People & Organisation (P&O) Director

Are you an experienced HR / P&O leader with a proven track record of driving organizational excellence? Do you have a strong commitment to fostering a high-performance culture and implementing innovative HR strategies that align with business goals? If you are passionate about developing talent, enhancing employee engagement, and leading teams toward success, we invite you to apply to the role of People & Organization (P&O) Director in Novo Nordisk Austria?

The position

As the People & Organization (P&O) Associate Director, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing the company's people strategy, championing organizational excellence, and cultivating a culture centred on continuous improvement and high performance.

In this role, you will report directly to the General Manager and be a member of the Novo Nordisk Austria Leadership Team. As a member of Leadership Team, you will act as a strategic advisor to senior management, providing insights and recommendations on organizational design, culture transformation, and workforce effectiveness to support business growth objectives. You will also collaborate closely with Business Area to drive strategic initiatives forward.

This position is office-based and located in Vienna, Austria, requiring presence at the office five days a week.

Your main responsibilities will include to:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive People & Organization strategy that aligns with Novo Nordisk's business goals and objectives.
• Oversee the HR function in Austria, encompassing payroll, recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and career development.
• Enhance organizational effectiveness and performance by applying best practices in talent management, organizational design, and change management, while maintaining strong communication at all levels.
• Cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement that supports the company's mission and values.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations, and company policies, while fostering a safe and ethical work environment.

Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

Qualifications

As the P&O Director, you should possess a strong background in human resources management, with proven experience in developing and executing people strategies that align with business goals. Additionally, exceptional leadership skills and a demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and foster a high-performance culture are essential for success in this role.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in HR, business administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in HR leadership roles, in a multinational company with matrix organization
• Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Knowledge of local laws, regulations, and policies related to HR and employment. Can do mind-set ability to balance people and business objectives, pro-reactiveness
• Fluent in both German and English

About the department

Novo Nordisk Austrian affiliate belongs to Business Area South & West, which is part of the broader Region Europe and Canada (EUCAN). It is a rapidly expanding and dynamic organization of 60 employees dedicated to solidifying Novo Nordisk’s market presence through the launch of innovative products and enhancing patient access. Looking ahead, we have outlined ambitious plans for sustainable growth that leverages our successes while prioritizing key elements of performance and leadership in the fields of obesity and diabetes.

Working at Novo Nordisk

We are a proud life-science company, and life is our reason to exist. We’re inspired by life in all its forms and shapes—its ups and downs, opportunities, and challenges. For employees at Novo Nordisk, life means many things—from the building blocks of life that form the basis of groundbreaking scientific research, to our rich personal lives that motivate and energize us to perform at our best. Ultimately, life is why we’re all here: to ensure that people can lead lives independent of chronic disease.

Contact

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Deadline for applications

Please apply before October 21st, 2025.

Data Protection Statement

Novo Nordisk will treat all personal information collected during the recruitment process with the utmost confidentiality and in line with current data protection legislation. We rely on the lawful basis of Art. 6 (1) (b) of the GDPR to process the information provided by you in the recruitment process.

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Should you be successful in your application, the information provided, along with further information gathered at the relevant time, will subsequently be used for the administration of your employment and in relation to any legal challenges regarding our recruitment practices.

Novo Nordisk is not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.