Global Project Director, Semaglutide Diabetes

 Lead the strategic direction of groundbreaking diabetes treatments and shape the future of care for millions of patients worldwide.

Your new role

As Global Project Director, you will co-chair the Semaglutide Diabetes Global Project Team (GPT) and be part of setting the direction for the lifecycle management (LCM) strategy for our semaglutide diabetes portfolio – products that continue to set new standards in diabetes treatment. With one of the most prescribed treatments in human history and a 16X blockbuster in the portfolio, your work will be instrumental in maximising the value of these groundbreaking assets.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Co-chair the semaglutide Global Project Team (GPT) to set cross-functional strategic direction for our semaglutide diabetes projects
• Lead high-complexity, high-impact strategy projects that span the entire value chain, in alignment with the semaglutide LCM strategy
• Drive key strategic priorities from the GPT and other governance bodies to deliver on ambitious business goals
• Define and deliver strategic analyses, business cases, and investment guidance that inform executive decision-making and shape where we focus our resources
• Lead presentations to senior leadership, facilitating effective decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation
• Build and maintain networks with key stakeholders across functions and geographies, proactively identifying who needs to be engaged to drive decisions forward
• Take a leading role in project team development, coaching and sparring with team members and fostering a high-performing, collaborative environment that enhances knowledge sharing

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.

Within Product & Portfolio Strategy, you'll be part of the Semaglutide & Insulins Project team in the Diabetes& area, that sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. We work closely with stakeholders across the entire Novo Nordisk value chain – from Research & Development to International Operations – to ensure our most valuable assets reach their full potential. Your work will directly influence strategic decision-making at the executive level and shape the future direction of our diabetes portfolio.

Your skills & qualifications

We are looking for a strategic leader who thrives in complexity, excels in strategic project management, and has the ability to effectively collaborative across the value chain and set clear direction.

You'll bring with you:

• A Master's degree combined with 8+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience.  Strong knowledge of diabetes or cardiometabolic therapy areas would be advantageous.
• Proven project management experience with top management involvement, demonstrating ability to drive strategic priorities with executive stakeholders
• Deep understanding of working across the pharmaceutical value chain, with the ability to navigate complex cross-functional dependencies and drive alignment
• Extensive experience in leading systematic problem-solving, including structuring ambiguous challenges, prioritising issues, and developing clear recommendations
• Strong background in commercial functions (backgrounds in Research & Development are also welcome), with experience in product launch planning and execution, and development and execution of lifecycle management strategies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across organisational and national borders, building consensus among diverse stakeholders
• Very strong analytical and communication skills (both written and oral), including the ability to deliver clear, concise, and engaging presentations to senior leadership and facilitate workshops across cross-functional teams
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Working at Novo Nordisk

For over 100 years, we've been unwavering in our commitment to driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. This dedication inspires our constant curiosity and our determination to find better ways forward. We believe that lasting change requires diverse thinking, which is why we purposefully seek out different perspectives and ideas.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind. In this role, you'll have the autonomy to drive strategic priorities with significant impact, working alongside some of the most talented professionals in the industry.

Deadline: 27 April 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.