WORKFORCE STRATEGY HEAD, ENTERPRISE DATA SCIENCE & ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (DSAI)

Role summary

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The Workforce Strategy Head will shape enterprise workforce planning for Novartis’s Data Science and Artificial Intelligence organization. The role requires strong experience in workforce strategy, organizational design, talent planning, data-driven decision-making and collaboration with senior business and HR leaders. Candidates should understand data science and AI talent markets, emerging skills, capability building and strategic workforce analytics. They are expected to translate business priorities into future workforce plans, identify capability gaps, guide talent investment and influence stakeholders across a global organization. Excellent communication, consulting, analytical and change-leadership skills are essential, along with experience operating in complex, international environments.

About the employer

Novartis is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, focused on discovering and developing innovative medicines. Its major therapeutic areas include cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience and oncology. The company combines scientific research, clinical development, digital technologies and commercial expertise to improve patient outcomes worldwide. Novartis operates across many countries and employs a large international workforce spanning research, manufacturing, medical affairs, technology, corporate functions and commercial operations. Its UK business supports clinical research, market access, medical activities and the delivery of medicines to patients through the National Health Service and other healthcare systems. The company increasingly uses data science, artificial intelligence and advanced analytics to improve drug discovery, clinical development, operations and decision-making.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, technology, finance and professional services, with London, Cambridge, Oxford, Manchester and Edinburgh being prominent employment centres. British workplace culture generally values punctuality, professionalism, clear communication and respect for personal boundaries, while teams are often diverse and international. Lifestyle options range from major-city cultural attractions to countryside, coastal areas and historic towns. The UK has excellent public transport, although housing and commuting costs can be high in London and the southeast. Skilled professionals usually need a sponsored Skilled Worker visa unless they have another right to work, such as British or Irish citizenship, settled status or an eligible visa. Relocating typically involves securing employment sponsorship, arranging accommodation, obtaining a National Insurance number and reviewing healthcare, tax and pension arrangements.