Strategic Assistant to Country PresidentJob ID REQ-10034657
Argentina
SummaryThe Strategic Assistant will provide essential support to the Country President of Novartis Argentina to achieve strategic initiatives and operational goals.
This pivotal role entails managing the day-to-day operations of the Country President's office, preparing content for strategic initiatives, and overseeing key projects from start to finish.
The role demands strong strategic thinking, professional acumen, and the ability to navigate organizational complexities effectively.
The Strategic Assistant will collaborate closely with the local executive team, regional and global functions, and other stakeholders within Novartis.
They will act as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to the Country President, proactively addressing issues and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
By fostering strong relationships and facilitating communication across the organization, the Strategic Assistant will contribute significantly to the delivery of the Country President's priorities and the advancement of Novartis Argentina's goals.
Major ResponsibilitiesAct as a trusted advisor and sparring partner to the Country President in strategic and operational matters, proactively identifying and resolving issuesManage day-to-day elements of the Country President's office, including the preparation of content for strategic initiatives and operational activitiesDrive and manage key strategic projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with overall business objectivesDevelop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders across Novartis Argentina and the broader Novartis organizationContribute to the creation of strategic documents and materials for executive meetings and board of directors' presentations, guiding and quality-controlling materials prepared by teamsFacilitate communication and collaboration between the Country President's office and the broader organization, to facilitate the delivery against strategic prioritiesManage the monthly Innovative Medicines Leadership Team (IMLT) meeting agenda, building trust relationships with IMLT members and beyondContinuously seek innovative ways to meet the Country President's priorities and to advance the Organization's goalsKey RequirementsExperienceDegree in Medicine (or Bio Sciences), Engineering or Business Administration with strong academic credentials5+ years of experience in the Life Sciences and/or Healthcare industriesExperience in Strategy Consulting, Business Development, or a similar strategic roleProven track record of managing complex projects and driving them to successful completionExperience in preparing high-quality, high-stakes presentations and strategic documentsCapabilitiesStrong interpersonal skills and effective stakeholder management abilitiesExceptional clarity in both communication and thought, capable of influencing and building trust at all levelsHighly analytical and adept at problem-solving, with demonstrated capability in story-lining and attention to detailPossesses creative thinking skills and the ability to see beyond the obviousGoal-oriented, pragmatic, takes ownership to achieve results with a keen sense of urgencyExcellent project management and organizational skills, adept at managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environmentWorks independently with minimal oversight, exercising good judgment in seeking alignment or approvalProven ability to collaborate efficiently and adapt swiftly across various functional and business areasAble to navigate and adapt swiftly across a broad range of functional and business topicsExhibits high integrity, professionalism, reliability, and a strong commitment to confidentialityExperienced in using Generative AI tools for efficient task execution and creative workflow managementLanguagesNative Spanish
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