Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Mid
On-site
The Assistant Project Manager role at Novo Nordisk requires a candidate with a master's degree in engineering, finance, business administration, or a related field, complemented by at least three years of relevant project management experience. The position demands strong organizational and time management skills, with a structured approach to managing complex projects. Key responsibilities include acting as a liaison between senior stakeholders, driving high-standard executive-level reporting, and ensuring clear communication and alignment across multiple project deliverables. Experience in preparing detailed reports and presentations tailored to diverse audiences, including senior management, is essential. The role involves close collaboration with the Project Corporate Vice President and managing strategic initiatives within a large-scale API manufacturing expansion project. Familiarity with consolidating reporting from sub-projects and defining reporting standards is important. While direct technical project management experience is not mandatory, an interest in learning technical aspects is advantageous. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required. The position is based on-site in Kalundborg, Denmark, and offers opportunities for career growth within a global healthcare company committed to sustainability, innovation, and inclusive culture. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment focused on delivering world-class execution and strategic alignment across multiple functions including product supply, quality, and IT.
About the role
Category: Project Management & Agile
Department: CMC & Product Supply
Location: Kalundborg, Denmark (On-site)
Role Summary
Join Novo Nordisk’s largest-ever investment project (DKK 42 billion expansion) and help shape the future of global API manufacturing. This on-site role offers hands-on influence and the chance to accelerate your project management career in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Project Corporate Vice President (PCVP) and project management team
- Act as a key link between stakeholders
- Drive executive-level reporting to high standards
- Ensure clear communication, alignment, and coordination of project deliverables
- Develop and prepare executive information for critical decision-making
- Collaborate with the PCVP on all aspects of project delivery
- Own executive-level reporting to groups such as the investment portfolio group (IPG) and steering group (StG)
- Contribute to key business processes, linking overall strategy to the project
- Manage strategic initiatives within the project
- Consolidate reporting from sub-projects and define/distribute reporting standards
- Manage stakeholders across Novo Nordisk, including project, production, and external partners
Department
- Part of PS API Expansions, anchored in Novo Nordisk Product Supply, Quality & IT (PSQIT)
- Responsible for designing, planning, and building major API Expansion projects
- Focus on multi-product facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and sustainable, high-quality solutions
- Committed to world-class execution and building the future of Novo Nordisk
Requirements
- Master’s degree in engineering, finance, business administration, or similar field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in project management or similar function
- Structured approach with strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to prepare compelling reports and presentations for diverse audiences
- Experience in senior management support roles preferred
- Interest in learning technical aspects of project management is advantageous
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Benefits
- Opportunities to learn and develop within a global healthcare company
- Benefits designed to support your career and life stage
- Unique company culture focused on purpose, respect, and going beyond expectations
How to Apply
- Deadline: 7 December 2025
- No cover letter required; include a few sentences about your motivation in your CV
- Please do not include a photo in your CV
- For more information, contact Mariona Bertran, Senior Manager and EA to SVP of PS API Expansions, at +45 3075 8733
Inclusion & Culture
- Novo Nordisk is committed to an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity
- Equal opportunity for all applicants
- Focused on defeating serious chronic diseases and promoting long-term health
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