At Novo Nordisk, our commitment to sustainability is deeply embedded in the way we manage taxes across the global tax organisation. As part of our sustainable ambition, we are dedicated to managing taxes in a business-anchored, responsible, and transparent manner that supports balanced and competitive tax rates. Our responsibilities include proactively managing tax risks, maintaining open and constructive dialogue with tax authorities to reduce uncertainty, and ensuring compliance with international transfer pricing standards and local regulations.

As part of this approach, we also make use of mechanisms available in relevant jurisdictions to secure competitive tax outcomes in a sustainable and compliant way.

About the Global Tax Graduate Programme

Fast-track to success! This full-time position offers you the chance to experience three exciting jobs in just two years. You will work in various functions across our global tax organisation, with the opportunity of a fast-learning track in different areas and geographic locations - ensuring a strong tax toolbox, including knowledge of digital tools, and a holistic understanding of Novo Nordisk and the pharmaceutical industry.

Working at Novo Nordisk provides the opportunity to make a significant difference to patients and society while also delivering exciting results from a tax perspective.

As you’ll be working towards an ambitious career, we will provide you with:

• Accelerated personal and professional development through one-on-one sparring with a senior mentor assigned to you from day one and an extensive, custom-built training programme.
• International experience by working abroad for at least eight months in one of our affiliates (e.g., USA, Denmark, Zurich etc.).
• Broad and international network of colleagues, chance to work with senior stakeholders and exposure to senior management.

Throughout the programme you will gain hands-on experience with transforming data into business insights, with major learnings in the following areas:

1.    Tax Compliance in Pharma: Acquire knowledge of international tax, build Tax Technical understanding, exposure to other business functions

2.    Risk mitigation and reporting:  Risk assessment and methodology experience, mitigation and controls implementation, partnering to drive business value

3.    Digital Processes and Capabilities: Acquire and automation of processes, using technology to improve efficiency, communication, culture and branding

For positions starting in September 2026, we are looking for candidates with:

• A master’s degree obtained in 2025 or 2026, demonstrating above-average academic achievements within tax, law, economics, accounting or similar

• International experience, for example from studying abroad, working or volunteering.  

• Relevant work experience from internships, student jobs, or extracurricular activities, with a maximum of 1 year of full-time work experience between or after completing your master's degree.   

• Fluency in both spoken and written English.    

• Willingness to relocate globally.