Global Payer Evidence Lead Obesity

Global Payer Evidence Lead Obesity

Product & Portfolio Strategy
Søborg, Denmark

Shape the evidence that opens doors for millions of patients. In this role, you will lead the strategies, studies and partnerships that turn scientific data into meaningful payer access – influencing how our therapies reach the people who need them most.

Your new role
As Global Payer Evidence Lead, you will set the direction for payer evidence across our portfolio, working at the intersection of science, market access and commercial strategy. You will lead complex, high-visibility projects with senior stakeholders across the organisation while driving functional excellence and innovation in evidence generation.

Day-to-day your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the initiation, development and implementation of payer evidence strategies across the Obesity & MASH portfolio to optimize access & reimbursement
• Leading evidence and value generation including real world evidence and economic modelling(e.g. patient costed pathways, treatment patterns, patient preference studies, cost and burden of illness)
• Leading publication strategies and the communication of scientific evidence through abstracts, posters and peer-reviewed publications
• Leading affiliate support for reimbursement and Health Technology Appraisal (HTA) submissions
• Translate complex health economic and RWE (Real-World Evidence)into clear, payer relevant value narratives that support market access and commercial objectives (e.g. expert input to payer value story development)

• Manage multiple evidence projects, associated budgets and external & internal partners, while ensuring a high level of scientific rigor and alignment with stakeholders.

• Effectively collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders – including Key Opinion Leaders, academic partners, and colleagues across commercial, Medical Affairs, Real World Data & Science, regions and affiliates

Your new department
In Product & Portfolio Strategy we drive commercial strategy, medical affairs and business development across all therapy areas. We act as a connector and compass, guiding the new Novo Nordisk portfolio for sustained competitiveness upstream, and maximising portfolio potential through successful commercial strategies and competitive launches downstream. 

Within this area, you will join a team at the forefront of market access innovation, working at the intersection of commercial strategy, health economics and payer engagement. Your work will directly influence how millions of patients access treatment, and you will operate with a high degree of independence while collaborating closely with internal teams and external stakeholders. You will represent Novo Nordisk in strategic discussions with private health insurance and employers, advocating for the value of our solutions at the highest levels. 

Your skills & qualifications
We are looking for a strategic and scientifically grounded leader who thrives in complex stakeholder environments and is energised by the opportunity to influence access decisions at a global level. To succeed in this role, you bring:

• A university master's degree in a relevant field such as health economics, public health, epidemiology or statistics/biostatistics, or related field
• At least 6 years of experience in health economics and outcomes research or related field within the pharmaceutical industry or consultancy, with a proven scientific publication track record in peer-reviewed journals
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to engage with senior leaders and external KOLs
• Business acumen and a strategic, operational and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify solutions and influence decisions that advance both patient access and business goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills and full fluency in written and spoken English

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 816,800.00 to 1,200,700.00 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.

Deadline
29th June 2026. Applications are 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.