Are you ready to shape the future of Ethics & Compliance at Novo Nordisk?

We’re looking for a dynamic professional to design and drive strategic initiatives, lead our compliance program, and support leadership on key priorities. If you thrive in a global environment and want to make a real impact, this is your chance to be part of a purpose-driven organization transforming lives.

The position

As our Director, International Operations Ethics & Compliance, you will play a key role in setting strategic direction and driving key initiatives that support our business while upholding the highest ethical standards. In this high-impact role, you will collaborate with senior leadership, regional teams, and key stakeholders to drive compliance excellence, ensure alignment, and support decision-making at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Strategic Ethics & Compliance Initiatives (40%) – Design and drive the implementation of key compliance initiatives, proactively identifying areas where stakeholder alignment is needed and handling potential misalignments.
• Drive the IO Compliance Program Annual Wheel (40%) – Oversee and execute the core compliance processes, collaborating closely with HQ and regional teams while ensuring strategic communication and engagement with vendors.
• Support Senior Leadership (20%) – Work directly with the VP of IO Ethics & Compliance, validating key concepts and decision points, preparing high-impact presentations for leadership and steering committees, and keeping senior stakeholders informed on critical issues.

Qualifications

• Education – Master’s degree in Law, Compliance, Risk, Business, or Finance.
• Experience – 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably including 5+ years in Pharma compliance in an international setup. Strong experience with transfers of value and third-party risk management is preferred. Background in risk management, data analytics, and project management (Prince2, PMP) are a plus.
• Leadership & Influence – Strong stakeholder management, cross-cultural awareness, and ability to drive alignment.
• Strategic & Business Mindset – Results-driven, adaptable, and proactive in navigating complexity.
• Integrity & Independence – High ethical standards, self-aware, and able to drive change with impact.
• Communication Excellence – Clear, concise, and persuasive, with strong presentation skills in Business English.