Environmental Compliance Specialist

Do you want to play a key role in driving environmental compliance for Novo Nordisk production sites? Do you have a passion for the environment and a proven track record in the field of risk regulation and emissions to environment? Can you drive efficient and compliant permitting processes working closely with internal and external stakeholders including regulators and local authorities? If so, you may be our new Environmental Compliance Specialist.

Your new role

As our new Environmental Compliance Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring Novo Nordisk maintains its license to operate and compliance with legal requirements regarding environment in support of our net zero commitment. You'll translate complex environmental regulations into practical solutions, working directly with regulatory bodies and key stakeholders, both centrally and at our production sites.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Support production sites with permit planning processes to ensure effective implementation and timely permitting for both existing facilities and expansion projects
• Manage permit applications, including environmental impact screenings and environmental assessments
• Act as single point of contact with regulators and municipalities to secure environmental permits and drive ongoing compliance
• Maintain ongoing compliance with applicable environmental regulations (primarily Danish law and relevant EU requirements)
• Understand, translate and communicate existing and emerging environmental regulations to stakeholders across Novo Nordisk
• Prepare and submit detailed compliance reports to management and regulatory bodies, demonstrating compliance in line with permit terms
• Stay at the forefront of emerging trends, technologies and regulations and be ready to integrate these in the way we work to ensure efficient, compliant systems and processes

Your new department

You will be part of Environmental Legal Compliance, a growing team of approximately 10 environmental and construction specialists. We are responsible for driving proactive environmental compliance to protect Novo Nordisk's license to operate and to reduce our environmental impact from production activities. As we support both existing production facilities and capacity expansion projects, our work is integral to enabling Novo Nordisk's growth while advancing our sustainability commitments.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for an experienced environmental professional who thrives in a fast-paced, changing environment and working closely together with colleagues. The successful candidate brings:

• Master’s degree in environmental science or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a corporate or site environmental compliance setting with a focus on risk, emissions and/or other environmental topics and knowledge
• In-depth knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, and guidelines related to risk and emissions ideally and/or other environmental topics knowledge, including experience working with regulatory bodies to negotiate and secure environmental permits and terms
• Strong analytical skills with proven experience in environmental impact assessments and audits
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across organizational levels
• Proficiency in environmental monitoring tools and software, and a process optimization mindset
• Fluent Danish and English skills, both written and verbal

As a person, you take a structured, organized approach to your work and excel at finding ways to improve existing processes. You make informed, fact-based decisions even in times of uncertainty, and you communicate clearly while establishing strong relationships with stakeholders. Your 'can-do' approach and service-oriented mindset make you a valuable team player in our collaborative environment focused on minimizing environmental impact.

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 651,000.00 to 956,900.00 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position. The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge and relevant experience.

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.

More information

You are welcome to contact Director for Environmental Legal Compliance, Victoria Elizabeth Stone-Bjarup on vces@novonordisk.com if you have questions about the role. Be advised Victoria will not support queries about your recruitment status.

Deadline

21st of May 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

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.