Associate HuR counsel

Associate Human Rights Compliance Counsel - Business Ethics Compliance Office (BECO)

Category - Finance, Legal & Global Solutions 
Location - Bagsværd, Denmark 

Are you passionate about advancing business and human rights on a global scale? Do you want to help shape how one of the world's leading healthcare companies respects and protects human rights across 80+ countries? Join us as our next Associate Human Rights Compliance Counsel and help set the direction for Novo Nordisk's global human rights agenda. 

Your new role 

As Associate Human Rights Compliance Counsel, you will support Novo Nordisk's work on human rights within our global Ethics & Compliance (E&C) programme. Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation, you will help drive the implementation of our Human Rights Commitment and contribute to ensuring that respect for human rights is embedded in the way we operate globally. 

Your key responsibilities will include: 

• Supporting the development and execution of the Human Rights Roadmap and contributing to Novo Nordisk's ongoing work on human rights as part of the broader E&C agenda 
• Providing guidance and support on global and local human rights topics, including helping assess risks and collaborating with stakeholders across Compliance, ESG, Lines of Business and Responsible Sourcing 
• Contributing to ESG-related reporting and disclosures, including annual updates to Novo Nordisk's Human Rights Report, Modern Slavery Act Statements and input to the Annual Report 
• Supporting human rights-related activities within CSRD and EU Taxonomy workstreams (e.g. ESRS S1-S4, EU Taxonomy Minimum Social Safeguards) and contributing to the implementation of mandatory human rights due diligence legislation 
• Helping build awareness and understanding of human rights through training sessions, workshops and communication initiatives across headquarters and global operations 
• Participating in external networks and stakeholder forums, to support ongoing development of our human rights programme. 

Your new department 

In Finance, Legal & Global Solutions, we enable Novo Nordisk to fulfil our purpose by safeguarding the business, providing corporate infrastructure, and driving value creation. We are a team of 2,300 colleagues primarily based at our headquarters in Denmark and our Global Business Services centres in India and Mexico. 

Within this area, the Business Ethics Compliance Office (BECO) sits at the heart of our global Ethics & Compliance programme You will join  BECO as part of the Strategic Operations & Advice team, which has significant influence on how ethics and compliance is lived across our global organisation. The team ensures a robust global E&C programme through risk identification, governance, training and continuous monitoring – balancing local maturity and cultures with a consistent global standard. As our human rights expert, you will play a pivotal role in embedding respect for human rights into every element of that programme. 

Your skills & qualifications 

We're looking for an early-career professional with a strong interest in human rights and sustainability, who enjoys collaborating with stakeholders and contributing to meaningful projects in a global organisation. To succeed in this role, you'll bring: 

• An MSc degree in Law, Human Rights, Sustainability, Political Science, International Business or a related field 
• Newly graduated or up to 1-2 years' full-time experience within human rights, sustainability and/or compliance in a global organisation – preferably from the pharmaceutical, chemical, life sciences or medical device industry (overseas work experience is a plus) 
• An understanding of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and international human rights frameworks, gained through academic studies, internships or early professional experience 
• Familiarity with Ethics & Compliance frameworks (codes of conduct, FCPA, UK Anti-Bribery Act) is an advantage 
• An ability to build positive working relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across different functions and cultures 
• Excellent English communication skills – written, oral and presentation – with the confidence to present information clearly and engage with a variety of stakeholders 
• A proactive and structured approach to work, with strong analytical skills and an interest in project coordination, risk assessment and continuous learning 

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives, and you may be the right candidate for this role. 

Working at Novo Nordisk 

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations. 

What we offer 

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage. 

Salary:  For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 549,600.00 to 807,800.00 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position. 

As this position is designed for a recent graduate or early-career professional, the compensation package will reflect the level of experience and responsibilities associated with the role. 

Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks. 

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here. 

Deadline 

31 July 2026. (Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis). 

Novo Nordisk is not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health. 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.