The Portfolio Account Specialist will manage relationships with healthcare professionals and accounts across the cardiovascular portfolio in South-West New South Wales. Requirements typically include relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent commercial experience, pharmaceutical or healthcare sales experience, strong communication and territory-management skills, and a current Australian driver’s licence. The successful candidate is expected to understand customer needs, communicate clinical and product information accurately, achieve sales and business objectives, work collaboratively with medical and market access teams, and comply with Novartis policies and industry regulations. Regular regional travel, effective account planning, customer engagement, and accurate reporting are likely to be important parts of the role.
Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, focused on innovative pharmaceuticals that address significant health challenges. Its key therapeutic areas include cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience, oncology and haematology. The company combines scientific research, data and technology to discover, develop and deliver medicines that improve patient outcomes. In Australia, Novartis works with healthcare professionals, hospitals, government bodies and patient organisations to support appropriate access to innovative treatments. The organisation promotes a purpose-led, inclusive workplace and offers opportunities across commercial operations, medical affairs, research, manufacturing, market access and corporate functions. Its employees are generally expected to demonstrate ethical conduct, customer focus, collaboration, scientific credibility and a commitment to improving patient care.
Australia offers strong opportunities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, biotechnology, technology, engineering, education, construction and professional services. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide, while regional areas such as South-West New South Wales provide opportunities in healthcare, agriculture, logistics and community services. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, direct, collaborative and respectful of work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from busy cities and beaches to quieter regional communities, with high-quality public services and outdoor recreation, although housing and living costs can be substantial. Skilled professionals usually need an appropriate visa, such as employer-sponsored, skilled migration or a temporary business visa; eligibility depends on occupation, qualifications, experience, English ability and health checks. Relocating involves securing work rights, accommodation, tax registration, banking and health insurance. A driving licence is particularly useful for field-based roles requiring regional travel.
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