Associate Director, Governance & Operations
Novartis (company site, opens in a new tab)15+ yrsHyderabadOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 35–60 LPA
Posted on 2 Sept
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Job description
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About This Role
- Lead Governance & Operations team driving operational excellence for BSI and related functions via governance, AI-enabled solutions, and process simplification.
- Own and evolve Governance & Operations operating model including platform and digital tool ownership, data governance, reporting, and decision-enabling insights.
- Manage stakeholder alignment, team leadership, resource planning, and delivery of transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and compliance.
Minimum Requirements
- 15+ years of relevant experience in operations, governance, digital & AI transformation, or related leadership roles.
- Proven hands-on experience with AI/GenAI platforms (e.g. Co-Pilot Studio, ChatGPT) and Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem (Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint).
- Experience working across Finance, P&O, Procurement, DDIT, and business functions in a global context.
- Work Experience Required: 15+ years. Notice period: Not explicitly mentioned in the JD.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experienced leader in governance and operational excellence with a strong digital and AI mindset and hands-on technology experience.
- Strategic thinker with proven ability to lead cross-functional programs and complex organizational change in a regulated or similarly complex environment.
- Proficient in stakeholder management, operational controls, workforce and budget planning, and building high-performing teams focused on continuous improvement.