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Learning Transformation and Change Management Lead (C2I)

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added today (last checked 12 Oct)

Novartis

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Overview

Job details

  • €91,800 - €170,600 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

    About €4,950 - €8,570 a month after tax, or €5,500 - €10,490 under the Beckham regime.

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

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  • The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship

    Not a refusal, but not a yes. Worth asking in your first message.

  • Pay clears the EU Blue Card threshold

    The advertised pay is over the €41,356 bar, so the route exists if Novartis uses it.

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Requirements

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

Skills

The role

Salary Range

€91,800.00 - €170,600.00

Job Description Summary

#LI-Hybrid

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Relocation Support: Yes

Are you passionate about transforming how people learn, adapt, and succeed in a rapidly evolving business environment? As the C2I Learning Transformation and Change Management Lead, you will shape the future of capability development across the organization by creating a modern, customer-centric learning ecosystem powered by innovation, data, and emerging technologies. Working at the intersection of learning, change management, and digital transformation, you will help teams embrace new ways of working, drive adoption of critical business solutions, and build a culture where learning is continuous, accessible, and embedded into everyday work. This is a unique opportunity to influence global transformation initiatives while delivering measurable impact on performance, productivity, and user experience.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Shape and execute the C2I learning and change management strategy aligned with business priorities.
  • Partner with countries and Super Users to identify capability gaps and learning opportunities.
  • Design personalized learning journeys that accelerate adoption and user proficiency.
  • Leverage artificial intelligence and automation to enhance learning experiences and knowledge access.
  • Lead the evolution of the Commercial Academy as a seamless learning and performance ecosystem.
  • Develop and execute change management strategies that drive sustainable adoption of new solutions.
  • Build stakeholder networks, change champions, and communities of practice across markets.
  • Measure learning effectiveness, organizational readiness, adoption, and business impact to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Process Management, Consulting, Organizational Development, Learning and Development, Human Resources, or a related field.
  • Proven experience leading learning transformation, capability development, or change management initiatives in a complex organization.
  • Strong expertise in change management methodologies, stakeholder engagement, and adoption strategies.
  • Experience designing and implementing customer-centric learning programs and capability-building frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to leverage artificial intelligence, automation, and digital technologies to enhance learning experiences.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience using data, adoption metrics, and user insights to drive decisions.
  • Excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills across global and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Experience using SAP to support learning, change, adoption, or business transformation initiatives.

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience leading learning, change management, or digital transformation initiatives within commercial, customer operations, or shared services environments.
  • Professional certification in change management, learning and development, project management, or organizational development.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we're committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €91,800 to €170,600

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.


Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Business Analytics, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Data Science, Forecasting, Influencing Skills, Innovation, Machine Learning (ML), Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Microsoft Excel, People Management, Predictive Analytics, Product Marketing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Research Methodologies, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Statistical Analysis

About Novartis

Novartis is a global healthcare company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, operating across the pharmaceutical, generics, biosimilars, and eye care sectors. With over 100,000 employees worldwide and a presence in more than 140 countries, it is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, known for innovative medicines in areas such as oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and cardiovascular health.

In Spain, Novartis has a significant presence with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, employing a diverse workforce across clinical development, data science, IT, and audit functions. The company is a major employer of international talent, offering roles in English and fostering a multicultural, science-driven environment. For international professionals, Novartis provides structured career paths in clinical research and development, with opportunities to work on global projects from its Spanish hubs.

Industry
Pharma
Founded
1796
Employees
100,000–200,000
Headquarters
Basel, Switzerland
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

  • Novartis operates in English as its corporate language, making it accessible for international professionals without local language requirements.
  • The Barcelona office hosts a large hub for clinical development and global functions, offering roles in data science, clinical programming, and medical affairs.
  • Spain is a key market for Novartis, with a strong pipeline of clinical trials and digital health initiatives.
  • The company offers structured career paths and global mobility programs, allowing employees to move between countries and functions.
  • Novartis provides a comprehensive relocation package for international hires, including visa support and settling-in assistance.
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