Associate Director, Enterprise Marketing Partnerships

Novartis

. Evaluate partnership opportunities and recommend those aligned with Novartis’ enterprise strategy and brand priorities .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $160,300 - $297,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in partnership marketing and integrated marketing strategies, with a strong focus on managing complex programs and stakeholder relationships. Proficient in project management and utilizing artificial intelligence tools for executive communication and presentation enhancement.

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Partnership MarketingProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementExecutive CommunicationExperience in Pharmaceutical Industry

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Hard Skills

Partnership Strategy DevelopmentProgram ManagementOmnichannel Campaign ActivationAsset ManagementBudget Tracking

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingRelationship ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Artificial Intelligence Tools

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechHealthcareSponsorship ActivationCultural Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate partnership opportunities and recommend those aligned with Novartis’ enterprise strategy and brand priorities
Help shape partnership strategy within approved priorities
Translate approved strategies into execution plans, timelines, and deliverables
Manage relationships with select external partners
Lead execution across priority sports, cultural, and advocacy partnerships
Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and aligned to agreed objectives
Navigate legal, medical, regulatory, privacy, brand, and other internal review and approval processes
Coordinate stakeholder input and alignment for compliant activation
Support team hospitality planning and activation execution
Support omnichannel campaign activation tied to enterprise platforms, including awareness initiatives, screenings, education, and cultural moments
Facilitate alignment across internal teams, agency partners, and external stakeholders
Manage agency teams and vendor workstreams across activation development, experiential execution, content planning, asset management, and reporting
Support agency scope oversight, budget tracking, and performance evaluation
Monitor partnership asset utilization, activation progress, and delivery status
Identify risks and opportunities across the partnership portfolio
Contribute insights and recommendations to optimize current partnerships and inform future planning
Prepare executive updates, briefings, and decision materials communicating progress, performance, risks, opportunities, and recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required
At least five years of experience in partnership marketing, integrated marketing, or sponsorship activation
Two years of experience managing complex programs across multiple internal and external stakeholders
Proficiency in using artificial intelligence tools to develop executive summaries and enhance presentation content
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
Comfort navigating cross-functional teams and agency partners in a matrixed organization
Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or healthcare consulting environments, including global or multi-market work
Experience supporting major sports leagues, advocacy organizations, or enterprise partnerships
Experience with entertainment, nonprofit, or cultural platforms preferred
Local candidacy in East Hanover, NJ or New York City; relocation is not provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based cash incentive
Eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards, depending on the level of the role
Health benefits
Life benefits
Disability benefits
401(k) with company contribution and match
Vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
15% travel opportunity/requirement