Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Senior
On-site
The Senior Global Labour Law Specialist role requires a Master of Laws or equivalent legal education, with admission to the Danish bar preferred, reflecting a high level of legal expertise. Candidates should have 5-8 years of relevant experience, demonstrating senior-level proficiency in global labour law. Key competencies include expert knowledge of labour law legislation and practices across multiple jurisdictions, particularly within the EU, and proven experience advising on complex employment matters related to mergers and acquisitions, cross-border labour law cases, and organisational restructurings. The role demands strong skills in legal risk identification and compliance management, as well as the ability to develop and implement global legal frameworks and guardrails. Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities are essential, enabling effective collaboration with People Relations, P&O business partners, senior management, and diverse cultural teams. The candidate must be a solution-focused team player, capable of delivering high-quality legal advice independently while fostering a global labour law network and driving alignment of best practices. Fluency in written and spoken English is required to support multinational operations. Overall, this position calls for a seasoned legal professional with deep expertise in international labour law, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal environments to support a global pharmaceutical company's strategic objectives.
About the role
Category: Human Resource Management
Location: Bagsværd (office-based), Denmark
Role Summary
Join the Global Labour Law and Employee Relations team at Novo Nordisk. Provide expert guidance on labour law matters across global operations, ensuring compliance with local and EU regulations. Collaborate with People Relations, P&O business partners, and senior stakeholders to drive global labour law alignment and best practices.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert legal guidance and identify risks throughout M&A processes and on complex employment matters
- Ensure compliance with employment law regulations
- Support and advise on cross-border labour law cases, reorganisations, and projects
- Help develop and implement global legal guardrails
- Further develop and drive a Global Labour Law network
- Provide expert input into global labour law policies and procedures
- Support inquiries from senior management, P&O, and line of business
Requirements
- Master of Laws or equivalent legal education (admission to the Danish bar preferred)
- In-depth expert knowledge of global labour law legislation and practices
- 5-8 years’ relevant experience preferred
- Proven experience advising on cross-border labour law matters, M&A-related employment issues, and complex reorganisations
- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
- Ability to work effectively across functions and cultures
- Fluent in written and spoken English
About You
- Team-player, solution-focused, and able to deliver high-quality legal advice with limited supervision
- Culturally aware and experienced negotiator
Why Novo Nordisk
- Inclusive culture shaped by shared beliefs and a strong sense of community
- Value diverse perspectives and collaboration
- Focus on long-term health solutions and defeating serious chronic diseases
- Commitment to building a better future through ‘The Novo Nordisk Way’
How to Apply
- Deadline: 5th of January 2026 (applications reviewed on an ongoing basis)
- No cover letter required, but include a section about your motivation in your CV
- Please do not include a photo in your CV
- Job title may be subject to change during the recruitment process
- Novo Nordisk is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates
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