Associate Director, Corporate Event Marketing at Novartis

Job Description SummaryLocation: East Hanover, NJ or Cambridge, MA#LI-Hybrid The Associate Director, Corporate Event Marketing is responsible for managing all aspects of planning, organizing, and executing Novartis corporate brand presence at external and internal events, predominantly in North America
This role collaborates with communications and marketing teams to ensure that the Novartis corporate brand is well represented at key congresses
This role supports the Director, Corporate Event Marketing to create event experiences for Novartis stakeholders that build the Novartis corporate brand and contribute towards our enterprise objectives
In addition, the role holder will be periodically required to support events on-site.This position can be located at the East Hanover, NJ or Cambridge, MA site and will not have the ability to be located remotely
This position will require about 10-20% travel as defined by the business (domestic and/ or international)
Please note that this role would not provide relocation and only local candidates will be consideredJob DescriptionKey Responsibilities: Lead execution of the event lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, logistics and delivery of key Novartis corporate messaging.Work with the corporate and communications marketing teams to create exceptional corporate brand experiences at internal and external events for critical Novartis stakeholders.Coordinate with Corporate Affairs colleagues, other internal teams and external vendors to ensure that all event requirements are met.In collaboration with procurement, support vendor negotiation and contract management, ensure that external vendors deliver according to quality, timelines and on budget.Collaborate closely with marketing teams to ensure that the Novartis Corporate Brand is correctly represented at congresses.Monitor and evaluate event performance against objectives, collect feedback and identify areas for improvement.Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring our resources are allocated against our highest priorities.Identify and assess potential event and congress risks and develop contingency plans.Co-manage corporate events schedule planning.Travel to support events on site (about 10-20% travel required).Essential Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required5+ years of recent relevant work experience in planning and managing premium events, conferences or congresses at an event marketing agency or for a multinational brandCreative ability and fine attention to detailKnowledge and passion for integrated marketing tactics and up to date on latest trends (Gen AI etc.)Excellent organizational and project management abilities; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsEvent budgeting and financial management expertiseDesirable Requirements:Degree subject area in Marketing, Communications, Event Management or related field preferredA portfolio or links to examples of projects worked on would be beneficial to accompany your applicationNovartis Compensation and Benefit Summary: The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $130,400.00 and $195,600.00 / year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period.  Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.EEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers who are focused on building and advancing a culture of inclusion that values and celebrates individual differences, uniqueness, backgrounds and perspectives
We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the world around us and connects us to the patients, customers and communities we serve.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information
Please include the job requisition number in your message.Salary Range$130,400.00 - $195,600.00Skills DesiredConference Event Management, Conference Management, Conference Planning, Conferences, Event Management, Event Marketing, Promoting Events, Trade Show, Trade Show Management, Trade Show Production, Trade ShowsSummaryLocation: East Hanover (New Jersey); Cambridge (Massachusetts)Type: Full time