VP Assistant - People Organisation & Corporate Affairs

Personal Assistant – People Services
People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs

Bagsværd, Denmark

We are looking for a highly proactive and structured Personal Assistant with a global mindset to partner closely with the Vice President in People Services. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the heart of a global organisation and drive excellence across leadership coordination, business operations, and communication. Apply today for a career where every day brings new opportunities to make an impact.

Your new role

As Personal Assistant to the Vice President, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth leadership operations, enabling decision-making, and driving efficiency across the People Services organisation. You will act as a trusted partner, balancing administrative excellence with business insight, and contribute to creating an effective and well-coordinated leadership environment.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Executive support: Manage calendar, travel and leadership cadence, coordinate meetings and workshops, and ensure structured follow-up on decisions and actions
• Leadership team effectiveness: Drive coordination of leadership activities, maintain visibility on priorities and milestones, and support annual business cycles  
• Business operations & governance: Support budgeting, forecasting, reporting and administrative processes, including acting as a delegate in relevant systems
• Communication & stakeholder engagement: Coordinate internal communication, incl. town halls and events, and build strong cross-functional relationships
• Continuous improvement: Identify opportunities to simplify processes and strengthen ways of working through digital tools, automation and AI-enabled solutions.

You will operate with a high degree of independence and discretion, handling confidential information and acting on behalf of the Vice President when needed. Your role will also include collaboration with other Personal Assistants and supporting broader team priorities when required. You can expect some travelling.

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.

You will join the People Services area, support a global organisation and collaborate closely with the People Services Leadership Team, People & Organisation, Finance, and Corporate Functions. The department plays a key role in enabling organisational effectiveness and delivering high-quality people services across Novo Nordisk. Working in a dynamic and international environment, you will be part of a strong PA network, where collaboration, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are at the forefront – offering broad exposure across the organisation and a unique insight into leadership priorities and decision-making.

Your skills & qualifications

You are a highly organised and proactive professional with a strong sense of ownership and a passion for supporting leaders and driving efficiency. You thrive in a complex environment and are comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a structured and detail-oriented approach.

To succeed in this role, you bring:

• Experience: +5 years of proven experience supporting senior leaders or leadership teams in a similar role within a complex, international organisation
• Strong organisational capabilities: Excellent planning, coordination and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Business understanding: Solid insight into business operations, budgeting, governance and administrative processes
• Stakeholder engagement: Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across functions and levels
• Digital proficiency: Confidence working with Microsoft 365 and a curiosity for leveraging digital tools and AI to improve ways of working.

On a personal level, you demonstrate high integrity, discretion and professionalism. You are proactive, solution-oriented and resilient, with a strong drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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 499,600.00 to 734,400.00 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.

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 10% and 4% holiday allowance.

Deadline

4 August 2026

Due to the summer holiday period, a slightly extended recruitment timeline is expected. Thank you for your understanding.

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.