Salary Range:
76.300,00 € - 141.700,00 €
Job Description Summary
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Location: Ljubljana, Slovenia
Internal job title / Interni naziv pozicije: HSE Business Partner – Platform / ZVO poslovni partner – platforma
Relocation Support: This role is based in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
As HSE Business Partner, you will shape and drive Health, Safety & Environment strategy across our Large Molecules, Cell & Gene and Aseptics manufacturing platforms, partnering with senior leaders and site teams to create a strong, compliant and continuously improving HSE culture. In this highly visible leadership role, you will connect global strategy with local execution, leading a network of HSE professionals across multiple manufacturing sites and influencing key business decisions that support our mission to reimagine medicine. If you are passionate about building high-performing teams, driving change and creating safer, healthier and more sustainable workplaces, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a global scale.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and execute HSE strategy across Large Molecules, Cell & Gene and Aseptics manufacturing platforms.
Partner with Platform Heads, Site Heads, HSE teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive HSE excellence.
Lead, coach and develop a geographically distributed team of HSE professionals across multiple sites.
Strengthen a proactive HSE culture through leadership, engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure effective implementation of HSE management systems, standards and compliance programs.
Oversee HSE risk management, incident governance and corrective actions across manufacturing sites.
Monitor regulatory developments and guide sites in maintaining compliance with evolving HSE requirements.
Connect global HSE priorities with local execution to deliver sustainable business and safety outcomes.
Essential Requirements:
University degree in Health and Safety, engineering, natural sciences or a related technical field.
Experience working in complex operational or manufacturing environments, with exposure to Health, Safety & Environment practices and requirements.
Minimum 5 years of experience in technical functions within multinational organizations.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience coordinating diverse teams and priorities.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and drive collaboration across multiple sites.
Fluent English and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Desirable Requirements:
Experience working within pharmaceutical, biotechnology or healthcare manufacturing environments.
Experience collaborating with site leadership teams and operating within a manufacturing site environment.
We offer permanent employment with 6 months of probation period. Submit your application with the CV in English language.
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:
76.300,00 - 141.700,00 EUR
The 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.
Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
In addition to your base salary, you will be eligible for benefits listed below:
Annual bonus for all employees: 20% of annual base salary.
Holiday allowance: In 2025 it amounted to €2,496 (net). For 2026 it amounts to €2,678.28 (net).
Yearly performance-based bonus: In 2025 it amounted to €2,538.64 (gross), including the winter allowance.
Voluntary…