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Head of International Medical Affairs, Process Effectiveness and Monitoring
Role summary
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This senior leadership role oversees international Medical Affairs process effectiveness, monitoring, governance and continuous improvement at Novartis. The successful candidate is expected to develop scalable operating models, strengthen compliance and quality controls, establish meaningful performance metrics, and partner with global, regional and country medical teams. Requirements typically include an advanced scientific, medical or pharmacy qualification, substantial pharmaceutical Medical Affairs experience, international stakeholder leadership, strong knowledge of industry regulations and effective change-management skills. The candidate should be strategic, analytical, collaborative and comfortable leading transformation across a complex global organisation. Excellent communication, influencing and project-management abilities are essential, along with the capacity to work across cultures and manage senior stakeholders.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: NHS nurses, doctors and allied health get a Health and Care Worker visa (about 3 weeks, no health surcharge); care workers lost this route on 22 July 2025.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Pay follows the NHS pay bands and is usually at least GBP 25,000. Nurses and allied health also need UK professional registration; care workers cannot be sponsored from abroad.
Official source: GOV.UK: Health and Care Worker visa, your job. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Healthcare jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register: English language rules and a Test of Competence |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee GBP 324 (up to 3 years) or GBP 628 (longer); no health surcharge on this visa |
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Novartis
Novartis is a Switzerland-headquartered global medicines company focused on discovering and developing innovative treatments for serious and chronic diseases. Its major areas include cardiovascular, renal and metabolic conditions, immunology, neuroscience, oncology and haematology. The company combines scientific research, advanced technology and data-driven development to improve patient outcomes and address significant unmet medical needs. Novartis employs people across many countries and operates through research, clinical development, manufacturing, regulatory, commercial and medical functions. In the United Kingdom, it supports medicines access, clinical research, healthcare partnerships and medical education while working with the NHS and other stakeholders. The organisation promotes a purpose-led culture, international collaboration, inclusion and professional development. Roles at its UK operations may suit experienced professionals seeking global exposure and opportunities to improve how innovative medicines are brought to patients.