Novartis Posted July 28, 2026

Regulatory Affairs Knowledge Management Capability Lead

London (The Westworks), United Kingdom Regular
Regulatory Affairs

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About this opportunity

Job Description Summary#LI-Hybrid (12 days per month on-site if living within 50 miles of our London office)#LI-Remote (Homeworker if living further than 50 miles of our London office)Office Location: London (The Westworks), United KingdomAs a member of the Knowledge & Content Management Platform team, the Knowledge Management Capability Lead contributes to the strategic vision of Regulatory Affairs and supports the digitalization and centralization of Knowledge Management in RA, by overseeing one or several product(s) underlying the Capability.The Knowledge Management Capability is supporting knowledge gathering and sharing across the organization, as well as the leveraging of collaboration tools. This capability is defining the strategy for successful deployment and usage of knowledge management technologies, best practices, and advising on information structure. The capability is also supporting regulatory requirements gathering and availability, as well as advocating for an harmonized approach through the leveraging of state-of-the-art enterprise tools. The Capability should also ensure high user adoption & scale-up, and easy retrieval of information potentially leveraging Artificial Intelligence.The Knowledge Management Capability Lead is accountable to ensure that the Capability strategy delivers business benefits, and to drive harmonization and continuous improvements.

1. Team Leadership:Responsible to ensure alignment of a team with organizational goals and business priorities related to Knowledge ManagementSupport the strategic vision for the Knowledge & Content Management Platform, from a Capability levelAct as a Change Lead to drive system adoption, communication and training, at the capability level: implement change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of technology initiatives2. Roadmap Development:Define, prioritize, and deploy an integrated capability roadmap working in close collaboration with relevant stakeholders and DDIT partners, ensuring alignment with the Knowledge & Content Management Platform, Development and Enterprise technology strategy roadmaps3. Stakeholder engagement:Represent the Capability in digital governance boards and leadership meetings across the organizationRepresent the Capability in digital networks, externally (e.g. across Industries) as neededCommunicate effectively to ensure understanding and support for new technology initiativesSupport continuous expansion of knowledge and foster the adoption of a digital mindset within the Regulatory Affairs team4. Collaboration and Partnerships:Build and maintain collaborative and productive partnerships within the Capability and the Platform, and with relevant stakeholders to achieve business priorities.Oversee vendors at the capability level, across product(s), in collaboration with IT and the External Partnerships TeamsOversee integrations with products underlying the Capability.5. Quality and Compliance:Ensure on-time, compliant, secure, and quality delivery of portfolio for the assigned capability/product(s), aligned with the NVS Quality ManualContribute to the change management strategy to ensure smooth adoption of technology initiatives, as requiredEnsure adherence to Security and Compliance policies and procedures within the scope of the Capability, and prepare for audit readiness and inspection requirements (incl. Related mitigations or actions triggered by audits & inspections).6. Product responsibility:Responsible for Product(s) within the Capability. Can act as a product manager and a product ownerEnsure on time, compliant, secure, and quality delivery of portfolio for the assigned product(s), partnering with relevant IT functions.Responsible to approve product-related requirements across product(s) underlying the Capability7. Project and Program Support:Responsible for configuration, decision making and outcome, impacting the capability, with involvement of relevant Business Process Owner(s), business SMEs and stakeholdersProvide support/resources for key projects and programs with impact to the underlying product(s), ensuring timely delivery of high-quality milestones in alignment with business requirements.Collaborate with business, IT, etc. to develop and define project scope, objectives, interdependencies for projects related to the capability and underlying product(s).8. Demand Management:Effectively manage demand for technology services and operational support arising from various functions within Regulatory AffairsMonitor service delivery performance and backlog9. Industry Trends:Stay updated with industry trends and emerging practices to drive agility, speed, efficiency, and effectiveness within the CapabilityBenefits & 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: £67,900 to £126,100  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.   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.

Job details

Seniority
Not listed
Function
Regulatory Affairs
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
London (The Westworks), United Kingdom
Employment type
Regular

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Regulatory Affairs role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 305 comparable Regulatory Affairs roles across 67 biopharma companies.

305Comparable roles tracked
275Currently active
67Companies hiring similar roles
37Countries represented

Salary context

85 of 305 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function. This posting doesn't list a seniority level, so peers aren't narrowed by seniority either -- the range below may span more levels than usual.

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Highest disclosed · AVP, Therapeutic Area Head, Clinical Safety and Risk Management · Merck $378,100/yr – $595,100/yr
Peer group range $98,050 – $486,600 (median $205,000)

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Ireland25
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Seniority mix

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Director61
Senior27
Associate Director26
Senior Director12
Executive/VP11
Associate8
Principal2
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Therapeutic area mix

33 of 305 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

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Neuroscience6
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