Portfolio Account Specialist, Immunology - NSW South

Role summary

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The Portfolio Account Specialist will manage relationships with healthcare professionals, hospitals and relevant healthcare stakeholders across southern New South Wales, promoting Novartis immunology products. Requirements typically include tertiary qualifications, pharmaceutical or healthcare sales experience, strong customer engagement skills, commercial awareness and the ability to understand clinical information. The successful candidate is expected to develop territory plans, achieve sales and access objectives, communicate product value compliantly, identify customer needs, maintain accurate records and collaborate with medical, market access and commercial teams. A valid driver’s licence, willingness to travel throughout the territory and knowledge of Australia’s healthcare environment are likely required.

About the employer

Novartis is a global medicines company headquartered in Switzerland, focused on discovering and delivering innovative treatments for major health challenges. Its work spans areas such as immunology, oncology, neuroscience, cardiovascular and renal conditions, and ophthalmology. The company invests heavily in biomedical research, clinical development and partnerships with healthcare systems to improve patient outcomes. In Australia, Novartis employs professionals across commercial, medical, research, regulatory, market access and corporate functions. Its teams work with clinicians, hospitals, government bodies and patient communities to support appropriate access to medicines. Novartis promotes an inclusive, science-led workplace and commonly offers flexible working arrangements, professional development, performance incentives and employee benefits. The company’s commercial roles combine customer engagement with compliance, evidence-based communication and a strong focus on patient impact.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, technology, engineering, finance, education and skilled trades. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra, while regional areas may provide additional healthcare and technical opportunities. Australian workplace culture is generally collaborative, practical and direct, with emphasis on inclusion, work-life balance and professional accountability. Lifestyle varies from busy metropolitan living to coastal, rural and outdoor environments; costs are highest in Sydney and Melbourne. Work rights depend on visa status. Common pathways include employer-sponsored visas such as the Skills in Demand visa, skilled migration, and temporary graduate routes, subject to occupation and eligibility rules. Applicants should confirm requirements through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs. Relocating usually requires budgeting for housing, transport, healthcare, tax, insurance and initial settlement costs.