Associate Director, Digital Strategy & Execution

Are you passionate about driving digital transformation in the pharmaceutical industry? Do you have the expertise to lead impactful data and AI projects that shape the future of drug research and development? 

If so, we invite you to join our team as Associate Director, Digital Strategy & Execution (DSE). Take the next step in your career and apply today for a life-changing opportunity!

The position
As an Associate Director, DSE, you will report to the Head of DSE within the Research & Early Development (R&ED) Strategy, Portfolio, Operations and Communications (SPOC) organisation. You will work closely with senior executives and key stakeholders across the R&ED organisation and the Novo Nordisk value chain. 

You will work to enable effective and efficient implementation of strategic digital projects, enabling senior leaders in these areas to advance the R&ED organisation’s strategic data/digital/AI priorities and aspirations.  

Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead the implementation of data and AI workstreams/projects across R&ED and within individual units
• Act as a subject matter expert, providing strategic insights to senior leadership (VP, CVP) on data and AI matters
• Collaborate with internal and matrixed delivery teams to ensure the successful delivery of digital projects
• Drive consistency, efficiency, and alignment in the execution of digital initiatives across R&ED
• Partner closely with key stakeholders to identify and deliver on their highest data and AI priorities
• Embed R&ED aspirations into daily workflows, challenging the status quo to achieve productivity gains, adopt new technologies, and enhance capabilities
  Organise project teams, assign responsibilities, and develop project schedules to meet milestones and objectives

Qualifications
To be successful in this role, we envision you to have:

• An academic degree in a relevant field, i.e. natural science (biology, chemistry, etc.)
• 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related field e.g. consulting, preferably within the areas of drug research & development, digital transformations, and implementations
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing digital strategies and delivering high-impact, client-focused projects
• Proven ability to solve complex problems, manage stakeholders, and lead cross-functional matrixed teams
• High degree of self-drive and independence
• Fluency in written and spoken English

On a personal level, you thrive in a dynamic, complex environment. You approach challenges with curiosity and creativity, seeing opportunities for innovation and growth. You bring a broad strategic perspective while remaining grounded in hands-on execution. You work independently and you are open-minded and collaborative, driving progress and serving as a trusted partner across the organisation.

About the department
You will be part of the DSE team within the R&ED SPOC organisation. Based at Novo Nordisk’s global headquarters, the DSE team plays a pivotal role in enabling the implementation of strategic digital projects, including those within the R&ED GenAI strategy. 

The department thrives on collaboration, working closely with senior executives and stakeholders across R&ED to advance Novo Nordisk’s strategic data, digital, and AI priorities. The atmosphere is dynamic, fast-paced, and driven by a shared commitment to innovation and excellence.

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care. 

Deadline
10 July 2025.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

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

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.