Summary

Location: Hybrid. Prague, Czech Republic.

Our aspiration is to be the transformation partner that enables Novartis' purpose through world-class execution. We support the most strategic programs in the company and focus on identifying and delivering high impact engagements. People and culture; knowledge and innovation; performance and value are the key enablers to deliver our consulting strategy & vision. Through our talent, curiosity, and continuous collaboration, we partner with our colleagues across the whole global organization.

>> You would become part of our global network of Novartis management consultants located in Prague, Dublin, Hyderabad, Mexico City, and East Hanover. In Prague, you'll find a vibrant team environment that celebrates diversity, with colleagues representing 20 different nationalities.<<

• Independently manage global, cross-functional project teams or workstreams of major strategic programs in a variety of areas within Novartis (e.g.: biomedical research, drug development, manufacturing, commercial divisions)
• Program objectives and challenges to be solved can range from target operating model, operational excellence, strategy, M&A, data & digital, program management, change management to coordination of enterprise tools implementation;
• Ensure solution and project deliverables are properly designed and implemented with little supervision, and in accordance with the agreed project methodology and approach;
• Build and maintain trust with stakeholders in global, high-level leadership positions and work collaboratively with project partners towards a common goal
• Actively contribute on continuous improvement and innovation of internal services (e.g. critical initiatives, team learning and culture, capability groups, business units, methodology development)
• Seek opportunities to share the knowledge back to the team and implement new ways to improve team culture

• 8+ years of experience with project delivery ideally in any of these areas: Management consulting, Post-merger integration, Pharma / Biosciences, Technology and Innovation industries
• Successful track record in solving business problems in at least one of these areas: Post-Merger Integration, Organizational Change Management, Operating Model design, Strategy, Program / Project Management, Launch Excellence (in pharma), Data & Digital;
• Experience with end-to-end project lifecycle including planning and all elements of project execution;
• Experience in managing small cross-functional teams and strong senior stakeholder management;
• Team player attitude ('Team Before Self') - Protecting, developing, and recognizing teammates;
• Proven knowledge or certifications in any of the following areas: Agile, Design Thinking, Project Management, Organizational Design, Lean Six Sigma, Change management, Coaching;
• Proficient in English -The business language of Novartis and the consulting team is English (a second European language would be advantageous);
• High proficiency in Microsoft Suite is required (especially, MS PowerPoint). Knowledge of MS Project, collaboration tools (MS Teams, Miro) is an advantage.

• Master's degree in business, scientific or technical area
• Experience working in an international environment or abroad
• Experience from Big 4 is preferred