Personal Assistant

We are looking for a proactive, organised, and energetic Personal Assistant who thrives on delivering high-quality administrative support in a professional, multicultural environment where you can make a visible difference.

Your new role

As Personal Assistant to the Associate Vice President in Digital Solutions, Processes & AI and to the Senior Director in Workforce Intelligence, you'll be at the heart of two dynamic departments. This is a role where your mindset, coordination skills and administrative support will enable senior leadership to focus on their key responsibilities. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Providing high-level executive support to two senior leaders, managing complex calendars, priorities and stakeholder engagement across both departments
• Handling the annual budget process for both departments having the responsibility for budget management
• Managing financial administration including PO creation, invoice processing, and ensuring compliance with Novo Nordisk guidelines
• Acting as meeting coordinator and facilitator, ensuring seamless preparation, execution, and follow-up for leadership meetings and cross-functional collaboration
• Serving as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, managing communication and coordination with professionalism and discretion
• Supporting colleagues across both departments on an ad hoc basis, bringing flexibility and a solutions-oriented approach to diverse tasks
• Actively participating in the PA network within the SVP area, contributing to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

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.

Within this area, you'll support two critical functions: Digital Solutions, Processes & AI, which is transforming how we work through innovative technology and intelligent automation, and Workforce Intelligence, which provides the data-driven insights that shape our people strategies. Both teams are central to ensuring Novo Nordisk has the capabilities and talent to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for a Personal Assistant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings administrative excellence, strategic thinking and a strong can-do mindset. Furthermore, you'll bring with you:

• An administrative education or similar educational background
• Hands-on experience with financial budgeting with proven ability to coordinate complex budget processes from start to finish
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project with the ability to leverage these tools for efficient coordination and planning
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage professionally with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Professional integrity and discretion with strong business understanding and the ability to navigate both formal business communication and interpersonal relationships

As a person, you demonstrate independence, proactiveness and a solutions-oriented mindset. It is natural for you to anticipate needs and stay one step ahead. You have exceptional coordination and prioritization abilities with a structured approach to managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously. Your positive mindset and effective way of working enable you to make things happen.

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 and Benefits: The Annual Base Salary ranges from 499.600 to 734.400 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.

A competitive benefits package is offered, including a pension scheme (currently 13% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution) in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement for Salaried Employees (Indutriens Funktionæroverenskomst or “IFO”). Benefits package also include a free choice account of currently 11% and 4% holiday allowance.

More information

For further information, please contact Maja Kristine Vedel at mjln@novonordisk.com. Be advised that Maja will not support queries about your recruitment status, Maja will only answer questions about the role.

You do not need to upload a cover letter, but please include a description of your motivation for this position and explain why you believe you are the best fit in your CV.

Deadline

21st of May 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t hesitate to apply. 

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.