Vendor Operations Lead - Global Clinical Operations (GCO)

#LI-HybridLocation: London, United KingdomRelocation Support: This role is based in London, United Kingdom. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.Novartis operates a Hybrid working arrangement with an expectation of 12 days per month onsite. Home Worker/Remote contracts can be considered for candidates meeting eligibility criteria. This can be discussed at interview stage if applicable.Strong vendor Quality and Compliance are critical to successful clinical development and inspection readiness. As Vendor Operations Lead - Global Clinical Operations (GCO), you will lead and strengthen the processes that prepare our vendor organization for regulatory inspections and audits. You will provide subject-matter expertise across inspection readiness, audit support, corrective and preventive actions, vendor compliance, and quality improvement, while helping colleagues respond effectively in demanding regulatory environments. Working across global functions and external partnerships, you will use compliance insights and performance trends to identify risks, improve processes, and ensure vendor activities meet Novartis standards and regulatory expectations.