REQ-10073106
Mar 09, 2026
Mexico

Summary

LI-Hybrid

Location: CDMX, Mexico

Step into a pivotal leadership role where your vision will shape the future of oncology in Mexico. As TA Head Oncology, you’ll drive strategic launches of breakthrough oncology therapies, lead the largest Novartis Mexico team, and navigate a dynamic healthcare landscape with agility and innovation. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on patients’ lives while building a high-performing, purpose-driven organization. If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire change, and deliver results, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Essential Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Proven track record of inspirational leadership in complex healthcare environments
  • Deep understanding of Mexico’s healthcare system and regulatory landscape
  • Over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
  • Demonstrated success in launching and pre-launching oncology therapies
  • Experience leading large, cross-functional sales and marketing teams
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and access strategy expertise
  • High agility and resilience in navigating change and ambiguity
  • Ability to foster a culture of growth, ethics, and enterprise mindset

Desirable Requirements

  • Experience across multiple oncology business units or therapeutic areas.
  • Exposure to regional or global strategic roles within the pharmaceutical industry.

Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
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International
General Management
Mexico
INSURGENTES
Commercial & General Management
Full time
Regular
No
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REQ-10073106

Therapeutic Area Head Oncology

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