Global Project Lead, Diabetes Strategic Projects

Location:

Søborg – Denmark

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

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Job ID:

133151078

Posted On: 

03 July 2026

Are you passionate about driving asset development and market readiness strategies? Do you have a strong background in pharmaceutical asset valuation and portfolio strategy? Do you want to shape the commercial future of the portfolio and help bring life-changing treatments to millions of patients with Diabetes worldwide? If so, we invite you to join Novo Nordisk as our new Global Project Lead within the Diabetes Strategic Projects team.

The position

As Global Project Lead, you will be responsible for leading high-priority strategic projects across the late-stage Diabetes portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in leading asset deliverables, indi-rectly leading matrix teams to drive strategic projects and land recommendations with govern-ance. You will be at the heart of shaping commercial strategies, aligning diverse stakeholders and driving successful implementation of critical strategic priorities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Lead strategic portfolio projects

· Development and execution of asset strategies, ensuring collaboration with cross-func-tional stakeholders to translate scientific, clinical, and regulatory insights into tangible commercial market opportunities

· Owning competitive asset Target Product Profile (TPP) development anchored in unmet patient needs and competitive positioning

· Conducting market research to analyse market trends and dynamics that impact asset strategy and positioning

· Ensure portfolio-wide perspective in asset development, balancing strategic fit, resource allocation, risk profile, and long-term value creation across the Diabetes portfolio

Drive strategic analyses and recommendations

· Support business cases and strategic evaluations for investment, prioritization, and re-source allocation decisions.

· Translate complex insights into compelling narratives and decision materials for senior leadership and governance forums.

Ensure cross-functional alignment and stakeholder engagement

· Build strong partnerships across Commercial, Medical, Development, Market Access, Operations, Digital, Finance, Product Supply, and other key functions

· Drive alignment among global, regional, and affiliate stakeholders on strategic priorities and project deliverables

This role is based in Søborg, Denmark, and requires on-site presence.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have:

· Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Life Sciences, Medicine, or a related discipline. MBA or PhD is considered an advantage.

· 2-4 years of relevant experience within management consulting, commercial asset de-velopment, new product planning or investment banking focused on asset valuation

· Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives with significant business impact

· Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear strategic recommendations

· Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority in a matrix environment

· Experience preparing executive-level communications, governance materials, and stra-tegic recommendations

· Fluency in written and spoken English.

It would be considered an advantage if you have:

· Experience within diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, or other chronic disease ar-eas.

· Experience from a top-tier management consulting firm.

· Experience working across global pharmaceutical organizations.

About the department

The Diabetes Strategic Projects team is responsible for leading high-priority strategic initiatives that shape the future direction of Novo Nordisk’s Diabetes business. The team works across or-ganizational boundaries to address complex business challenges, support strategic decision-making, and drive implementation of initiatives with significant enterprise-wide impact.

Working at Novo Nordisk

For over 100 years, we’ve approached our work with unwavering dedication to defeat serious chronic diseases. In this role, you’ll be part of that legacy—leading projects where curiosity meets strategic impact, and where your decisions shape lasting change for millions living with diabetes. We’ve built a culture that values diverse perspectives and bold thinking, because we know that innovation requires both. Here, you’ll find the autonomy to make meaningful decisions, the support of a global team united by purpose, and the opportunity to grow alongside a company that’s transforming healthcare for the long-term.

What we offer

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary: For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 742.600 DKK to 1.091.600 DKK corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits: The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

Contact

For further information about the position Tine Westergaard Højfeldt, Associate Portfolio VP, Diabetes Strategic Projects at twhfnovonordisk

Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we’re not chasing quick fixes – we’re creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we’ve been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we’re making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

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