Chief of Staff to the Workforce Strategy Head Greater New York City, NY Area

The Company is seeking a Chief of Staff to serve as a strategic partner and operational extension to its Workforce Strategy Head, supporting the development and execution of the US Commercial People & Organization strategy over a three-to-five-year horizon. The role leads the Workforce Strategy office, establishes leadership operating rhythms and governance, and translates priorities into agendas, decisions, actions, and execution plans. Responsibilities include strengthening leadership effectiveness, preparing executive materials, aligning priorities across teams, and coordinating strategic projects with local and global impact. The Chief of Staff will also anticipate risks and misalignment, escalate critical issues, and integrate transformation priorities into broader business planning. Candidates must have at least seven years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, health policy, or healthcare consulting, including at least three years of commercial experience and two years leading complex projects requiring global and local alignment. Strong project management, analytical, communication, storytelling, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills are required, along with the ability to lead without formal authority and manage competing priorities in a complex, matrixed environment. An advanced degree in life sciences, healthcare, or a related field is desirable, as is an MBA or equivalent. Experience with a leading consulting firm supporting healthcare or life sciences work is also preferred.

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Novartis