04:39 AM EDT, 07/17/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Novartis ( NVS ) said Thursday it has appointed Mukul Mehta as chief financial officer, effective March 16, 2026.

Mehta will succeed Harry Kirsch, who will retire after 22 years with the company.

Mukul, who has more than 20 years of experience, was recently appointed head of BPA, digital finance and tax. He will continue in this role until March next year.

Meanwhile, Kirsch will remain in the position until March 15, 2026, the company said.