Job Description Summary LOCATION: London, UK, or Dublin, Republic of Ireland or Barcelona, Spain ROLE TYPE: Hybrid Working, LI-Hybrid Are you ready to lead with purpose and shape the future of cardiovascular medicine on a global scale? Step into a pivotal leadership role where your medical expertise will drive transformative strategies across early and late-stage programs. As Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs, you’ll influence global evidence generation, forge innovative partnerships, and collaborate across functions to deliver meaningful impact for patients worldwide. Job Description Key Responsibilities Lead global medical strategy for cardiovascular programs, driving innovation and transformative evidence generation. Co-develop integrated evidence plans and external education strategies with therapeutic area teams. Shape early portfolio development through strategic partnerships across Development, US, and International Medical Affairs. Represent Global Medical Affairs in high-impact internal and external forums, including regulatory and investment communities. Ensure medical activities meet compliance standards and deliver measurable impact on clinical practice. Provide expert input into reimbursement and market access strategies to support patient access. Champion the voice of the patient in decision-making and evidence planning across the asset lifecycle. Essential Requirements Medical degree (MD preferred) or PhD/PharmD in Health Sciences. Solid experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development within the pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability to think critically and navigate complex, uncertain environments independently. Fluent in written and spoken English; additional languages are a plus. Strategic mindset with strong influence across diverse stakeholders in a matrix organization. Demonstrated collaboration across functions and markets to co-create impactful solutions. Deep understanding of healthcare systems and external stakeholder dynamics. Strong delivery focus with a track record of executing high-quality medical affairs projects. Desirable Requirements Extensive cardiovascular experience with a strong track record in early asset lifecycle, pre-launch, and launch strategy. Proven success in developing and scaling best-in-class medical affairs processes across global and regional organizations. Why Novartis? We believe new insights, perspectives, and ground-breaking solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Join us and help reimagine medicine for millions of patients worldwide. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion / EEO Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network Skills Desired Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Disease Area Knowledge, Drug Development, Leadership, People Management, Risk Management, Strategy Development