People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs

Bagsværd, Denmark.

 

Do you want to use your solid total rewards understanding on exciting business challenges? Do you excel at turning complex reward challenges into clear, scalable solutions, and do you get energy from engaging with many different stakeholders in a global environment? Then you might be the “Sr Global Rewards Manager" we are looking for.

 

Your new role

As our new Senior Global Rewards Manager, you will help elevate how we design, develop and deploy global reward standards and initiatives across Novo Nordisk. This position is placed in the Total Rewards Development team, where you will report into the Associate VP of HQ Partnering, Global Processes & Rewards Development. You will join a team of dedicated Rewards Specialists covering various projects

In this role, you will act as both an expert and a project manager on several of these projects. The projects will take reward deliveries to the next level in Novo Nordisk, supporting the overall strategy. Your work will primarily be project‑driven, but you will also be responsible for selected ‘running the business’ tasks.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Leading global reward development projects of which the main one right now is our Pay transparency journey but you will also be involved in our Employee Value Proposition project, and benefit offerings project. Driving process optimisation across Total Rewards to improve global standardisation and operational excellence. Managing selected ongoing tasks, including vendor management and Total Rewards training.. Partnering with senior leaders and global stakeholders to secure alignment and adoption. Ensuring governance, compliance and consistency across reward deliveries.

 

Your new department

Our core purpose is to drive rewards and foster an engaging employee experience by attracting, rewarding, and retaining our employees.

We operate as a truly global department, working closely with approximately 60 reward professionals across 19 countries. As a virtual global team, we maintain a footprint across all geographical regions, covering all areas of Rewards.

 

Your skills & qualifications

We’re looking for a candidate who will enjoy working in a high-paced, dynamic environment. You’ll bring with you:

Master’s in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance or similar. 8+ years’ experience in the field of Rewards. 3+ years’ experience in senior stakeholder management and leading global rewards projects. Experience working with Total Rewards in a global setting. Possess a high level of integrity, personal drive and adaptability. Demonstrate strategic insight and a high level of maturity. Can work very independently and has trust in their own abilities to take decisions. Fluent in verbal and written English.

 

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for longterm health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

 

Contact

If you have questions about the position, please feel free to contact your potential future colleague Jerry Harrington, Sr Global Rewards Manager, +45 3077 7819.

 

Deadline

Please send your CV in English through the system no later than 08 February 2025.

 

You do not need to attach a cover letter, but please include a few lines about your motivation in your resume or CV. Please assist us in maintaining a fair and inclusive selection process by not attaching a photo to your application.

 

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.