Job ID
REQ-10083568
Jul 14, 2026
Ireland
Available in: English
Summary
We're a team of dedicated and passionate people united by a drive to achieve together. This is a senior leadership role accountable for defining and delivering the AI strategy that transforms how Novartis Corporate Affairs creates and delivers enterprise value. You will set the multi-year vision for AI enablement across the function, lead a team to execution, lead the development of the portfolio, and represent Corporate Affairs as our lead voice on AI in senior enterprise forums. You will own the full lifecycle of AI in Corporate Affairs, from strategy and business cases through delivery, governance, adoption, and realized value, and is measured by the strategic, operational, and reputational impact AI generates for the function and the enterprise.
About the Role
Novartis will not sponsor visas for this position.Hybrid based role - 3x/week.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement a defined and executive-endorsed multi-year AI strategy for Corporate Affairs that anticipates how AI will reshape communications, public affairs, ESG, and stakeholder engagement.Lead the strategy and development of a prioritized AI portfolio governed as a managed investment, with disciplined trade-offs across strategic and operational impact, data readiness, and speed to value.Lead the strategy and execution for approved business cases and funding decisions for every initiative in the portfolio, with quantified value targets, ROI methodology, and clear reinvestment logic linked to enterprise outcomes.Hire and develop a high-performing AI team with the technical depth and judgment required to deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions.Deliver realized business value across deployed solutions - measured in time recovered, productivity gained, opportunities captured, insights accelerated, or strategic capacity created - tracked against approved business cases.Represent Corporate Affairs in enterprise AI governance bodies, technology councils, and senior cross-functional forums.Serve as a trusted senior advisor with the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Chief of Staff, and other executive leaders on AI strategy, opportunity, and more.Own the AI governance framework for Corporate Affairs, jointly defined with IT, Legal, and Compliance with zero material compliance, privacy, or responsible-AI incidents across the portfolio.Essential Criteria Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field required. Advanced degree (MS, MBA, or equivalent) preferred. Extensive progressive experience in AI, digital transformation, and technology strategy, with a proven track record of defining and leading AI strategy for a major function or business unit - including ownership of investment, portfolio, and value realization.Strong track record of delivering production-grade AI, generative AI, or advanced analytics solutions in a complex environment, with demonstrable ownership of business outcomes.Hands-on technical fluency with large language models, generative and agentic AI applications, and the data engineering and machine learning operations principles that underpin enterprise-grade AI, including responsible AI and model risk.Proven experience building and leading teams of AI, data, or technology professionals, including senior individual contributors.Ability to operate credibly at senior executive level - advising and briefing C-suite leaders on AI strategy, risk, and value - with substantive experience leading cross-functional partnerships across IT, Legal, Compliance, Procurement, and business functions.Direct experience partnering with or working inside Corporate Affairs, Communications, Public Affairs, Policy, or Reputation Management functions, with a sophisticated understanding of how these functions create and protect enterprise value. Desirable Criteria:Pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or other highly regulated global industry experience.Benefits & Rewards At Novartis, we're committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen. Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 102,200 - 189,800 EURO The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters. The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave. Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics. Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve. Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
Primary location salary range
€102,200.00 - €189,800.00
Division
Corporate Affairs
Business Unit
Communications
Location
Ireland
Site
Dublin (NOCC)
Company / Legal Entity
IE02 (FCRS = IE002) Novartis Ireland Ltd
Functional Area
Data and Digital
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Data and Digital Corporate Affairs Ireland
Job ID
REQ-10083568
Director, AI Enablement, Corporate Affairs
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Job ID
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Director, AI Enablement, Corporate Affairs
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Novartis provides healthcare solutions that improve and extend people’s lives. We use science-based innovation to address some of society’s most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible. Our company is focused on industry-leading divisions with innovation power and global scale: pharmaceuticals, eye care and generic medicines Novartis is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis Group companies employ approximately 120,000 associates and its products are available in more than 180 countries around the world.