ESG FRA Manager

Job Description Summary

The ESG (Environmental Social Governance) FRA Manager is responsible for coordinating ESG reporting activities within the Novartis country organization, including process, control, and data initiatives and supports the ESG FRA Reporting & Operations team on ESG Reporting matters. This key role will drive standardization and improvements and to support the accurate and timely reporting of non-financial ESG indicators. It is a highly visible role where she/he will actively shape and adapt non-financial reporting to new standards.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the local closing calendar, issue closing instructions, and track reporting activities.
• Perform spot checks and review local closing packages to ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness.
• Support Global ESG FRA Reporting Leads with Rest of World reporting reviews and reporting initiatives.
• Contribute to the annual update of local reporting scope and help harmonize and standardize reporting processes.
• Support the identification and implementation of ESG regulations and reporting requirements.
• Assist the Governance, Risk and Control team in executing and improving ESG controls and addressing audit actions.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders and provide ad hoc support to the ESG FRA Reporting and Operations team.

Essential Requirements: 

• Relevant experience in Finance, P&O (Human Resources), or HSE NTO, including reporting and analytics.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across functions and teams.
• Good understanding of Novartis and its functions.
• Project management, change management, and organizational skills.
• Experience in ESG reporting, ESG regulations, or audit is an advantage.
• Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken; additional languages are an advantage.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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

 

Skills Desired

Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, Building Effective Teams, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, People Development, Process Optimization, Resource Allocation, Understanding Value Drivers