AI & Innovation Director PTDI

Job Description SummaryJob Title: Director – AI & Innovation, People & Organization (P&O)#LI-HybridPrimary Location: HyderabadRelocation Support: YesAt Novartis, we’re reimagining the future of work—and the Director – AI & Innovation, People & Organization (P&O) will be at the heart of that transformation. This is a rare opportunity to lead enterprise-wide AI adoption, shape the future of responsible AI, and drive innovation that empowers our people and organization to thrive in a digital-first world. If you’re a visionary leader who blends technical depth with strategic influence and thrives on turning bold ideas into real-world impact, this role offers a global platform to make a difference. Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesDefine and evolve the AI strategy for P&O aligned with enterprise digital and transformation goalsTranslate future technology trends into actionable roadmaps with measurable business impactRapidly scale AI prototypes into enterprise-ready solutions with governance and adoption frameworksChampion Responsible AI by embedding ethical guardrails and compliance into all AI initiativesInfluence senior stakeholders through compelling storytelling and strategic alignment across functionsEstablish governance structures that ensure transparency, accountability, and cross-functional collaborationCo-create scalable solutions with IT, Legal, and P&O to break down silos and drive enterprise valueLead AI literacy and change programs to foster trust, curiosity, and adoption across the organizationTrack and report AI adoption, impact, and ROI through robust measurement frameworksManage budgets, vendors, and teams to balance innovation with disciplined delivery and talent growthEssential Requirements15+ years in P&O technology and AI/digital transformation within large, global organizationsProven success in scaling enterprise AI or digital solutions from strategy to executionDeep understanding of P&O operating models and HCM systems to address strategic prioritiesStrong executive presence with ability to influence and engage C-level stakeholdersDemonstrated expertise in Responsible AI, governance, and risk management frameworksAbility to balance visionary thinking with hands-on delivery in complex environmentsDesirable RequirementsExperience leading enterprise-wide P&O AI/ML initiatives or building AI literacy and adoption programsFamiliarity with AI open-source platforms and orchestration frameworks such as Hugging Face or LangChainCommitment to Diversity and Inclusion:Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.Accessibility and accommodationNovartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to diversityandincl.india@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message  Skills DesiredApplied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Aws (Amazon Web Services), Big Data, Building Construction, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Science, Data Strategy, Electrical Transformer, Machine Learning (Ml), Master Data Management, Professional Services, Python (Programming Language), R (Programming Language), Random Forest Algorithm, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis