Project Manager

Join a dynamic team supporting strategic transformation and employee engagement in Research & Development Quality (RDQ). The role offers hands-on experience in project coordination, change management, and internal communications, with exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Engagement & Program Support- Accountable for monthly functional updates. Assist in organizing the quarterly RDQ Connect townhalls and Quality Architect Series sessions.
• Project Coordination & Change Management-Manage RDQ governance structure with relevant document preparations, content and quality checks, Maintain and update RDQ digital presence with relevant communications and postings. Support Change Ambassador Network by collaborating with stakeholders on culture and engagement initiatives.
• Conduct ad-hoc projects and support with project management activities (e.g., Use of consistent templates, driving input for updates, support teams with documentation for steering committee meetings)
• Communications & Branding-Help develop and implement communication strategies aligned with corporate branding. Monitor engagement metrics and gather feedback to improve outreach efforts. Apply state of the art digital tools for employee engagement and presentation materials
• Collaboration & Networking-Build relationships across RDQ Leadership Team, PMO Community, and Ambassador Networks

Role Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Statistics, Information Technology or related fields. Master's degree or equivalent is a plus.
• Excellent English language skills (verbal and written)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in Project Management role
• Very good communication skills
• Project/program management
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong GenAI literacy, including: Use of AI tools for content generation and productivity, Visual effects creation and enhancement of PowerPoint slides, Communication tools that support storytelling and engagement

Why Novartis:

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

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Accessibility and accommodation

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Division

Development

Business Unit

Universal Hierarchy Node

Location

India

Site

Hyderabad (Office)

Company / Legal Entity

IN10 (FCRS = IN010) Novartis Healthcare Private Limited

Functional Area

Quality

Job Type

Full time

Employment Type

Regular

Shift Work

No

Novartis 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 [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.