Assoc. Director, Business Analyst, Global Clinical OperationsThis job is with Novartis, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.SummaryLocation: BarcelonaWe are looking for an experienced Business Analyst (BA)/ Business Process Expert (BPE) in Global Clinical Operations (GCO) to lead requirements analysis of systems which re-define how Novartis operates in GCO space as part of our Data Digital & IT (DDIT) organisation. You will be working on strategic initiatives with the mandate to deliver solutions which will bring transformative change to the GCO domain and will allow Novartis to realize a competitive advantage. You will join a highly skilled team in GCO Service Delivery function to deliver on the vision.About the RoleRole responsibilities:Leading business requirements/ business process analysis in the area of Site Study Operations with a team of business users including utilizing necessary analytical tools that result in aligned concepts, business processes and requirements with the business team; providing guidance to the business team to ensure consistency of the overall solution; continuous management of user expectations.Owning and managing user requirements specifications for a functional area, ensuring that the complexity of the requirements is documented in concise, scalable manner that is easily understood by both the business team and solution delivery teams.Owning the delivery of user requirements for a functional area including providing continuous clarifications to the team on requirements during build and validating the implementation of requirements from a usability perspective.Ensure consistency and traceability between user requirements, functional specifications, and testing & validation.Support validation and testing as appropriate and ensure adherence to Security and Compliance policies and procedures within Service Delivery scope.Keep abreast with internal IT systems and documentation requirements, standards (including quality management and IT security), regulatory environments / requirements (if applicable), DDIT Service Portfolio and with industry best practices in leveraging technologies for the business and taking advantage of reusable products, solutions, and services wherever applicable.Role RequirementsUniversity degree in Computer Sciences, business or similar OR relevant experienceWorking experience within the pharmaceutical industry, Relationship Management, leveraging digital technology / big data, multi-national global experience, Interactions with senior management, influencing without authority, Collaborating across boundaries8+ years of experience in business process analysis within drug development domainProven experience analyzing business needs, eliciting, and documenting effective user requirements.Awareness of GxP and relevant controls applicable for IT systemsAbility to collaborate with subject matter experts, technical experts across teams solution designKnowledge on business process modellingExcellent verbal and written communication skills in EnglishExperience working with Global teams and multi-vendor situations.Learning Agility and ability to manage priorities.Languages: EnglishYou'll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. Learn MoreBenefits in Spain include Company Pension plan; Life and Accidental Insurance; Meals; Allowance or Canteen in the office; Flexible working hours.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.This role is based in Barcelona, Spain. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.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? Learn MoreJoin our Novartis Network: Not the right Novartis role for you? Sign up to our talent community to stay connected and learn about suitable career opportunities as soon as they come up: Join NowBenefits and Rewards: Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally: Read More
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