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Novartis

Novartis

PharmaSpain HQ: BarcelonaGlobal HQ: Basel, Switzerland100000 employeesFounded 1996www.novartis.comBarcelonaMadrid

Novartis is a global healthcare company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, focused on innovative medicines in areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and cardiovascular disease. With operations in more than 140 countries and a workforce of over 100,000 people, it is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, combining cutting-edge research and development with a broad portfolio of patented and generics medicines (through its Sandoz division).

Novartis has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, including a major clinical development and global clinical operations hub in Barcelona. The Spanish teams work on global clinical trials, data science, digital transformation, and medical affairs, offering international professionals a multicultural environment and the opportunity to collaborate across borders. Spain is a key hub for clinical research, and the Barcelona office specifically hosts international talent in a city known for its high quality of life.

Company History

Novartis was formed in 1996 through the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, two Swiss pharmaceutical companies. Since then, it has grown into one of the world's leading pharmaceutical firms, known for pioneering drugs in areas like oncology and gene therapy. In 2023, Novartis spun off its generics division, Sandoz, to focus solely on innovative medicines.

For International Professionals

  • Barcelona office (international hub) hosts many global roles, making it an attractive place to relocate within a multinational environment. Many job titles are in English, with global teams.
  • As a large pharma company, Novartis often provides relocation assistance and international assignment packages for senior roles or specialists.
  • Spain is a great work-life balance compared to other European countries; Barcelona city has poor housing but great climate and Mediterranean culture.
  • The healthcare sector in Spain is regulated locally, but these global roles (clinical, digital, tech) are language-agnostic and mainly in English.
  • Spain equity in Novartis provides training, bilingual work environment (English is the corporate language), and opportunities in R&D and digital health.

Open Positions (41)

€24,200 – €174,200/year