HR Business Partner

People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs

Kalundborg, Denmark

Shape the future of manufacturing while building a world-class organisation. Join us in designing not just facilities, but the teams and culture that will serve patients for decades to come. 

Your new role 

As a trusted HR Business Partner for the M3 (Manufacturing 3) project, you'll be at the forefront of establishing a cutting-edge multi-product facility that bridges new automated technologies with deep biotech manufacturing expertise. This is more than traditional HR—you'll be a strategic partner shaping how we build additional API capacity to meet the needs of millions of patients globally. 

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Partnering with the Project Vice President and Project Directors as a natural part of the management group, driving strategic and operational discussions on leadership, organizational design, governance, and performance culture 

• Leading organisational development, design, and culture discussions with a One Team approach that connects the project and manufacturing as the facility evolves 

• Maintaining and further developing robust HR processes that support a high-performing, fast-growing organisation with high ambitions on culture and leadership 

• Developing and implementing talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies for a greenfield manufacturing environment 

• Contributing to cross-functional organisational initiatives based on analyzed data, while executing central yearly HR processes including bonus and salary, talent management, and employee engagement 

• Supporting senior management teams to succeed by connecting business needs with people strategies, creating synergy across a large, complex organisation. 

 The job will be carried out from our site in Kalundborg. 

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'll join our People & Organisation Business Partnering team consisting of several P&O Business Partners and a Training Academy team supporting all HR processes in API production and in API Large and Capital Projects. Together, we're responsible for developing our organization and employees to meet current and future needs. You'll be supporting PS API Large Projects within Novo Nordisk CMC & Product Supply, which globally employs approximately 30,000 of Novo Nordisk's 65,000 employees. PS API Large and Capital Projects is a growing area responsible for designing, planning, and building all major API expansion projects across Novo Nordisk—setting the standards for the future and designing facilities we'll still be proud of many decades from now. 

Your skills & qualifications 

We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and knows how to make things happen. You'll bring with you: 

• Several years of experience as a HR Business Partner with excellent stakeholder, project, and implementation skills 

• A degree within HR, Psychology, or Business Management (or you might be from a completely different field or a former experienced Manager moving into HR—what matters most is excellent people and leadership skills) 

• A self-motivated, solution-driven attitude with high energy and the ability to create trust while motivating collaboration across all levels of an organization 

• The ability to set direction and make things happen, while knowing when to look for alternatives in an ever-changing environment with sharp deadlines 

• Strong analytical skills with a structured approach to solving challenges and finding insights in data 

• Excellent listening skills and a proactive mindset—you're a great colleague who seeks to contribute 

• Fluency in English and Danish. 

Working at Novo Nordisk 

For over 100 years, we've been committed to driving lasting change for long-term health. This dedication inspires our constant curiosity and commitment to finding better ways forward. We embrace different ideas, perspectives, and experiences—because lasting change requires diverse thinking. We've built a culture of warmth and mutual respect where everyone's contribution matters, and where you can explore new opportunities while making a tangible impact on millions of lives. When you join us, you're not just starting a job—you're becoming part of creating change that spans beyond this generation. 

Contact and application 

If you have questions about the position, please feel free to contact Associated Director, P&O Business Partnering Peter Kragh at +45 3075 6950. 

Deadline 

26 April 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.