Benefits, Director Finance & Analysis

Overview

In this role, you will shape and manage competitive benefit programs across the United States and Canada, driving financial insight and ensuring compliance to support a strong employee experience.

Location

East Hanover, New Jersey (Hybrid, requires office presence 3×/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy and design of active and retiree health, life and disability plans in the US
• Manage the benefits budget, forecasting and analysis of plans' funding.
• Engage and partner with internal and external experts to review and develop the funding and contribution strategies for the plans.
• Oversee compliance and audit responsibilities within the benefits team.
• Subject matter expert for regulatory changes for health, life and disability plans.
• Benefits lead for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Responsible for design, compliance and benefits finance relating to Canada's health, life and long term disability plans.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in benefits management
• Proven experience in designing and managing employee benefit plans
• Strong financial acumen
• Proven ability to collaborate across multiple teams and partner with stakeholders
• High level of attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Strong analytical skills, including advanced Excel proficiency
• Ability to adapt quickly to shifting demands and manage multiple priorities

Desirable Requirements

• People Leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills

Benefits & Rewards

The salary for this position is expected to range between $160,300 and $297,700 per year. The final salary offered is determined based on factors like relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors. Your compensation will include a performance‑based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US‑based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. Employees are also eligible for a generous time‑off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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.

Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations

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Skills Desired

• Ability to Influence Key Stakeholders
• AI Driven
• Building Effective Teams
• Capital Allocation
• Critical Thinking
• Data Cleansing / Normalization
• Data Visualization
• Effective Communications
• Embracing Change
• Employee Engagement
• Financial And Management
• Insight Generation
• Managing Ambiguity
• Market Understanding
• Planning & Analysis
• Process Optimization
• Rapid Problem Solving
• Reporting
• Understanding Value Drivers