Global Regulatory Affairs Operations Resource Planner

Job Description Summary

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Location: London (The Westworks), United Kingdom

We are seeking a highly organised and collaborative Global RA Operations Resource Planner to join our Regulatory Affairs Operations team.
In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the effective planning and allocation of submission management and publishing resources across a diverse global portfolio. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Regulatory Affairs and Development to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of regulatory submissions.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to gather, validate and maintain accurate and complete submission planning information within operational planning tools.

• Collaborate across Regulatory Operations, including Submission Managers, Publishers, leadership and Development Unit stakeholders, to support effective and timely resource allocation.

• Contribute to the optimisation of resource assignment processes by implementing and supporting efficient workflows, tools and continuous improvements.

• Apply working knowledge of global submission types, dossier components and publishing requirements to inform planning activities.

• Ensure balanced and prioritised allocation of submission resources in line with portfolio needs and organisational priorities.

• Develop, maintain and deliver standard resource planning metrics and insights to support leadership decision-making.

• Support and contribute to key initiatives related to resource planning, reporting and operational excellence.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience supporting resource planning and capacity management activities in a complex environment.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret, manage and present data effectively.

• Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders across a matrix organisation.

• Proficiency in using resource planning tools, systems and related technologies.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Desirable Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory, pharmaceutical and/or operational environments.

• Experience working within project or resource allocation environments, including relevant tools or systems.

• Ability to support forecasting activities and scenario planning to inform resource decisions.

• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing processes and operational efficiency.

• Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, Lean or similar) are advantageous.

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.

Skills Desired

Analytical Reasoning, Continuous Improvement, Detail-Oriented, Planning