This is a temporary contractor opportunity at Novartis
Novartis touches the lives of a tenth of the world’s population. Every role here, regardless of contract type, makes an impact on human life!
This role is offered through Magnit Global, who, if selected, will be your employer. If your services are retained, you will be assigned to provide services to Novartis as the end client. This is not an offer of employment with Novartis. If you are selected for this Temporary/External opportunity, you will not be an employee of Novartis and will not be eligible for any Novartis employee benefits or incentives.
Ready to work with/through Magnit at Novartis? Please read on…
About this role
Help shape how our global Recruitment Solutions teams adopt AI-enabled recruitment. You will lead change and adoption for the global rollout of HiredScore, an AI-powered recruitment platform supporting candidate screening and talent rediscovery—turning a major technology investment into meaningful improvements in how teams work.
Working closely with the Overall Project Lead, Business Lead and cross-functional project team, you will own and deliver the change, communications and engagement approach, from preparation through go-live and post-launch adoption. This hands‑on role connects global direction with local needs, building confidence and helping teams use HiredScore effectively and responsibly.
Key responsibilities
- Own and deliver the global change, communications and adoption plan, building on pilot foundations and aligning activities with project milestones and broader RS initiatives.
- Validate and extend or enhance existing change impact and readiness assessments across roles, regions and countries; address gaps, adoption barriers and risks.
- Engage stakeholders and end-users to secure support and coordinate implementation of the change approach.
- Mobilize and manage the RS change champion network, equipping champions to support readiness, global standardization, local engagement and sustained adoption.
- Adapt existing communications and training resources for the global rollout, creating additional content where needed and ensuring consistent, audience-appropriate messaging.
- Support the Overall Project Lead and Business Lead in progressing the established ER, NEF and Works Council engagement and consultation plans, including preparation of materials, Q&A and follow-up coordination with Legal and ER stakeholders.
- Coordinate training delivery working with capability and knowledge management teams and business experts to ensure relevance to RS processes and address local needs.
- Plan and facilitate awareness, go-live and post-launch regional/country engagement sessions; lead change and communications activities during hypercare.
- Use adoption measures and user feedback to drive targeted reinforcement with leaders and champions, capture lessons and ensure a structured handover.
Required experience and skills
- Proven experience leading change for global or multi-country technology implementations, from planning through post-go-live adoption.
- Strong hands‑on communications, training coordination and facilitation skills.
- Ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across functions, cultures and time zones.
- Experience managing change champion networks and using readiness assessments, adoption measures and feedback to guide action.
- Strong independent delivery and organizational skills, with excellent written and spoken English.
Preferred / good to have
- Experience in recruitment, HR transformation or HR technology, particularly HiredScore or Workday Recruiting.
- Experience supporting employee representative or Works Council consultation processes, and familiarity with responsible AI and data privacy considerations.
- Recognized change management certification or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with Workday or similar HCM systems implementation
Payroll: Inside IR35 (PAYE)
Workload: 7 hours per day / 35 hours per week
Role type: Hybrid
Required start date: November 2026
Contract: 6 months
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?
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at directsourceproteam@prounlimited.com.
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Global Change & Adoption Manager — AI Recruitment Technology Rollout in City of London employer: Novartis
Novartis is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where passionate individuals come together to drive breakthroughs in precision medicine. With competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and robust learning and development opportunities, employees are empowered to grow both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Located in vibrant cities like London, Barcelona, and Dublin, Novartis offers a dynamic workplace that values diversity and encourages innovation.
