Head Global Compliance & Controls, People Services & Solutions (PS&S)

Novartis

15 - 17 years

Hyderabad

Posted: 06/09/2025

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Job Description

Summary

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Primary Location: Hyderabad, India
Other Locations: Czech Republic, Mexico, Malaysia

As Head of Global Compliance & Controls for People Services & Solutions (PS&S), you will lead the transformation of PS&S into a role-model function—one that is proactively compliant and deeply rooted in a culture of awareness and integrity. You’ll partner to co-create a forward-thinking, always-doing-the-right-thing-ready PS&S organization across hubs, spokes, and countries. By embedding risk and compliance capabilities into our DNA, you’ll ensure that every process we design, develop, and deliver aligns with global standards and principles. This is your opportunity to lead with purpose, shape enterprise-wide governance, and leave a lasting impact on how Novartis operates globally.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

Lead global compliance strategy for People Services & Solutions (PS&S) across hubs, spokes, and countries
Design and implement a robust risk management framework for PS&S operations
Translate P&O strategy into actionable compliance plans and monitor execution
Partner with finance and compliance teams to ensure SOX and financial control alignment
Represent PS&S in global risk and governance committees, including the Global P&O Risk Committee
Foster a mindset of continuous compliance awareness and preparedness across PS&S teams
Lead and develop a small, high-performing team across multiple geographies, fostering collaboration and accountability
Provide expert consultation on process and technology design to ensure compliance integration
Collaborate with internal and external teams to support readiness for assessments and reviews
Promote a culture of proactive compliance and continuous improvement across all PS&S functions

Essential Requirements

Graduate or postgraduate degree, preferably in finance, accounting, or a related discipline minimum 15 years of experience in compliance, or related functions.
Strong experience in P&O risk and compliance within a global or matrixed organization
Proven leadership in financial risk management and compliance assessments
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop diverse teams across multiple geographies
Experience managing compliance during mergers, acquisitions, or organizational restructuring
Deep understanding of global compliance standards, governance, and regulatory frameworks
Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable compliance plans and monitor execution
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with a proactive, digitally fluent mindset

Desirable Requirements

Experience working with governance boards or compliance committees in a global organization
Exposure to digital transformation initiatives within HR or compliance functions

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-culture

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About Company

Novartis is a leading global healthcare company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. It specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and marketing of innovative pharmaceuticals. Formed in 1996 through the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, Novartis focuses on areas such as oncology, neuroscience, immunology, cardiovascular diseases, and gene therapies.With a strong commitment to scientific innovation, Novartis invests heavily in R&D and collaborates with biotech companies and academic institutions worldwide. The company operates in over 140 countries and serves millions of patients globally. Novartis is also known for its efforts in access to medicine, using programs like Novartis Access and Novartis Foundation to support underserved populations.