Salary Range:
£83,510.00 - £155,090.00Job Description Summary
#LI-HybridPrimary Location: London, United Kingdom
Other Locations: Remote, United Kingdom
Relocation Support: This role is based in London, United Kingdom. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
Join Novartis as a Global Program Regulatory Director (GPRD) and play a pivotal role in shaping the global regulatory strategy for innovative medicines that have the potential to transform patients' lives. In this highly visible leadership role, you will influence critical development and commercialization decisions, guide complex Health Authority interactions, and bring together global stakeholders to navigate regulatory challenges and unlock opportunities. Working at the intersection of science, strategy, and innovation, you will help drive successful product development across the lifecycle while contributing to Novartis' mission of reimagining medicine for patients worldwide.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Develop and lead global regulatory strategies aligned to development, commercial, and portfolio objectives.
Lead Health Authority interactions to advance programs and achieve successful regulatory outcomes.
Evaluate regulatory opportunities and risks, implementing mitigation plans across global markets.
Provide strategic guidance on development plans, labeling, and key regulatory documentation.
Oversee regulatory submissions, ensuring high-quality dossiers and timely execution of deliverables.
Lead and influence cross-functional teams to drive aligned decision-making and program success.
Coach and develop regulatory team members while fostering collaboration, learning, and performance excellence.
Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.
Significant regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical development experience across multiple stages of product development.
Proven expertise in developing and executing global regulatory strategies for complex programmes.
Strong experience leading Health Authority interactions, negotiations, and major regulatory submissions.
Demonstrated matrix leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders globally.
Excellent communication, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Benefits & Rewards
At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: £83,510 to £155,090
The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. Long-term equity awards granted at group level may also be part of your package. Further details will be provided during the application process.
You may be eligible for a company vehicle or a car allowance in accordance with the applicable local Novartis policies and guidelines.
Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:
https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf
Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific discipline
- Advanced degree
- Significant regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical development experience across multiple stages of product development
- Expertise developing and executing global regulatory strategies for complex programs
- Experience leading Health Authority interactions, negotiations, and major regulatory submissions
- Matrix leadership skills and ability to influence global cross-functional stakeholders
- Excellent communication, strategic thinking, problem-solving, and stakeholder management capabilities
Novartis Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Novartis and has not been reviewed or approved by Novartis.
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are described as a strong overall package, supported by medical, dental, and vision insurance alongside FSAs/HSAs and disability and life coverage. Mental-health support is reinforced through an employee assistance program with psychological support and a network of mental health first aiders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, with an automatic company contribution plus dollar-for-dollar matching in the 401(k). Additional retirement funding is described through an age-based defined contribution program and access to an employee share purchase plan discount.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are framed as robust, including a global minimum of paid parental leave for new parents following birth or adoption. Added supports include domestic partner coverage, dependent-care resources, and benefits such as adoption assistance and child/elder care options.
Novartis Insights
What We Do
Novartis is an innovative medicines company. Every day, working to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives so that patients, healthcare professionals and societies are empowered in the face of serious disease. Our medicines reach more than 250 million people worldwide.
