Job Description Summary

Location: East Hanover, NJ (Hybrid)
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About the role: The Director, Other Radiosensitive Tumors & Rare Disease Communications leads development and execution of high impact communications strategies for oncology and hematology brands in the United States.

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities:

Lead and build integrated communications strategy based on deep understanding of market dynamics, communications trends, and audience insights
Serve as an integral and well-informed partner to cross-functional business teams to identify when and where Communications can drive the greatest impact in support of Brand and Therapeutic Area strategy
Engage & integrate functional expertise including media relations, digital marketing, internal & executive communications, patient & issues advocacy, and market & audience analytics to drive execution of key Brand and Therapeutic Area programs & activities
Anticipate and manage risk to Novartis and Brand reputation; advise management of reputational risk associated with specific activities
Counsel senior management on external and internal communications to help position Novartis as a leader within the therapeutic area
Build, monitor and evaluate the function's performance to achieve and maintain best-in-class outcomes, while being fully consistent with the evolving legal, regulatory and compliance environment
Maximize ROI for communications budget and public relations agency

Role Requirements

Essential Requirements:

Bachelor's degree is required; degree subject area in Communication, PR, Marketing or related a plus.
10+ years of experience in communications; prior experience in oncology brand communications disciplines strongly preferred
Management of agency partners and budget
Crisis and issues management
Strong strategic and critical thinking skills and collaborative mindset
Ability to effectively analyze audience and market data to inform strategic communication thinking
Ability to understand and predict the impact of communications strategies on organizational goals
Excellent communications abilities including storytelling, writing and presentation skills
Expertise in managing and implementing integrated (multi-audience, multi-channel) communication plans, campaigns and projects against business objectives and priorities, and measure effectiveness of efforts
Ability to multi-task and manage complex issues into simple effective solutions; prioritization skills and ability to maximize time and resources
Leadership within a matrixed organization environment - ability to lead across diverse set of matrixed cross-functional partners and leaders, along with the ability to influence and adapt within a dynamic and ambiguous environment

Benefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $174,400.00 and $261,600.00 / year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$174,400.00 - $261,600.00

Skills Desired

Business Communications, Communication, Communication Medium, Curiosity, Employee Engagement, Internal Communications (Ic), Marketing, Media Relations, Multimedia, Photography, Social Media, Strategic Communication Planning