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The Global Finance Graduate programme at Novo Nordisk offers a comprehensive two-year rotational experience designed for recent master's graduates in finance, economics, business administration, or management accounting with above-average academic achievements. Candidates should possess international exposure through study, work, or volunteering abroad and have up to one year of relevant work experience, such as internships or student jobs. The role emphasizes developing a deep understanding of global finance within the pharmaceutical industry through three rotations, including one abroad, covering R&D finance, strategic finance, and commercial finance functions. Key competencies include financial modelling, strategic project support, investment evaluation in clinical pipelines, sales forecasting, and market dynamics analysis. Graduates will gain experience transforming complex data into actionable business insights and supporting resource allocation across R&D, production, and commercial activities. Strong communication skills in English, adaptability, a global mindset, and motivation for a corporate finance career are essential. The programme also offers mentoring, tailored training, and networking opportunities to build an international professional network. Additional soft skills include ethical awareness through finance and business ethics audits, flexibility for global relocation, and the ability to provide insights to senior management. The role suits candidates seeking a structured development path in corporate finance within a global pharmaceutical context, combining analytical rigor with strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration.
About the role
Location: Novo Nordisk, Denmark
Category: Education
Role Summary
- Kickstart your finance career with a two-year graduate programme at Novo Nordisk
- Experience three rotations, including one abroad, tailored to your development
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of global finance operations in the pharmaceutical industry
Responsibilities
- Work on strategic projects, financial modelling, and provide insights to senior management
- Support resource allocation across R&D, production, and commercial activities
- Manage and evaluate investments in the clinical pipeline
- Assist internal auditors with finance and business ethics audits
- Forecast sales and analyse market dynamics in local affiliates
- Transform data into actionable business insights and communicate recommendations
- Collaborate with skilled colleagues and build an international network
Graduate Track
- Three rotations across various finance functions, including one abroad
- Exposure to the full value chain: R&D, production, and sales
- Example journey:
- R&D Finance, HQ: Support investment management in the product pipeline
- Novo Nordisk, Inc., US: Forecast sales and analyse market dynamics
- Strategic Finance, HQ: Support senior management with strategic projects and financial modelling
- Receive mentoring from a senior leader, custom training, and networking opportunities
Requirements
- Master’s degree obtained in 2025 or 2026 with above-average academic achievements in finance, economics, business administration, or (management) accounting
- International experience (study, work, or volunteering abroad)
- Relevant work experience (internships, student jobs, extracurriculars); max 1 year full-time work after master’s
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- Willingness to relocate globally
- Global mindset, adaptability, and strong motivation for a career in (Corporate) Finance
Benefits
- Flexible working hours and a culture of well-being
- Support for mental and physical health
- Opportunities for learning, development, and networking
- Healthy work-life balance
How to Apply
- Upload your CV (as "resume"), cover letter, and most recent academic records (combine with cover letter) in English
- Keep your cover letter to one page
- Applications without required documents will not be considered
- In your cover letter, address:
- Your expectations from the Graduate Programme
- Your motivation for joining the programme and finance in a corporate context
- Qualities your colleagues value in you
- Apply by 7 December 2025 (GMT+1); applications reviewed on an ongoing basis
Additional Information
- Novo Nordisk is committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity
- The company focuses on defeating serious chronic diseases and promoting long-term health
- For more information, visit the Global Finance track page
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