Manager - askHR

People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs

Bagsværd, Denmark

Lead a team that keeps our people operations running smoothly – and help shape the future of HR service delivery across Denmark.

Your new role

As Manager in askHR Denmark, you'll lead one of our three teams delivering professional HR operational services to approximately 30,000 employees across Denmark. This is a role where your leadership directly impacts both team performance and the employee experience.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading, coaching and supporting team members to drive growth, engagement and a strong team spirit
• Driving operational excellence in daily operations while supporting strategic developmental initiatives
• Assisting with implementation and local deployment of GPOS (Global People & Organisation Services) initiatives, including cLEAN implementation, Hoshin Kanri processes, performance management and EVOLVE plans
• Monitoring operational KPIs, contributing to continuous improvement efforts and ensuring consistent service delivery
• Collaborating closely with Digital Development & Analytics, Employee Data Management, People & Organisation partners and other key stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of HR services

Your new department

In People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs, you will be part of a team that enhances employee engagement and attracts top talent to ensure Novo Nordisk remains a premier choice for exceptional individuals. Together, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that empowers individuals to thrive, and supports our mission to make a positive impact on people's lives.

askHR Denmark is a key point of contact and resource within People & Organisation for internal Novo Nordisk employees. As the first point of contact for people inquiries, we deliver professional HR operational service and guidance while contributing to the development of global processes and systems, including new digital solutions. The GPOS - RSC EMEA team includes both the askHR Denmark organisation and the askHR + Payroll teams supporting the wider EMEA region based in Warsaw.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for an experienced leader who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. You'll bring with you:

• Proven leadership experience, having had direct reports in previous positions
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with fluency in both Danish and English
• Cross-cultural experience and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across locations (EMEA and India) and within matrix organisations
• A bachelor's degree in business, psychology, HR or a related field; a master's degree is a plus
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., cLEAN), gap analysis and process improvements
• Experience working in HR Service Centres or shared services within multinational organisations is an advantage; prior experience in the Pharma industry is preferred but not required

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.

Deadline

15 April 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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.