Giulia Conti

Giulia Conti is the Country President of Novartis Ireland and Managing Director of Novartis International (Pharma), where she leads the company’s strategic direction, commercial performance and engagement with the Irish healthcare ecosystem. In this role, she is responsible for driving access to innovative medicines, strengthening partnerships with healthcare providers and policymakers, and ensuring that patients in Ireland benefit from the latest advances in science and technology.

With extensive international experience across the pharmaceutical industry, Giulia brings a strong track record in leadership, strategy and market development. She has held senior roles across multiple geographies, building deep expertise in launching innovative therapies, navigating complex healthcare systems and delivering sustainable growth.

At Novartis, Giulia is focused on advancing a more integrated, patient-centric approach to healthcare, supporting the adoption of digital solutions and data-driven insights to improve outcomes. She is also a strong advocate for collaboration across industry, government and clinical stakeholders to address systemic challenges and enhance healthcare resilience.

Giulia is widely recognised for her inclusive and purpose-driven leadership style, and her commitment to fostering high-performing teams that deliver meaningful impact for patients, health systems and society.