Department Assistant RareD and P&O

Are you proactive curious and energised by variety Do you enjoy connecting the dots anticipating next steps and supporting teams in a way that truly makes things run smoother If you bring a can-do attitude love learning new things and thrive in a dynamic environment with many moving parts this role may be your next great step.

We are looking for a Department Assistant to support Rare Disease (RareD) and People & Organisation P&O teams.

Read on and apply today!

Your new role

As an Assistant RareD and P&O you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth daily operations and supporting leaders across Rare Disease and People & Organisation departments. You will act as a central point of coordination helping drive effective planning communication and execution of activities. The role requires strong organisational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinatinglogisticsfor internal and external meetings events and conferences includingtravel and accommodation arrangements

• Supporting department heads with project coordination and daily operational tasks

• Maintaining organized contracts and ensuring compliance with requirements including coordinating contract review forms validation andarchiving

• Managing invoices purchase orders expensereportsand related documentation

• Supporting andcoordinating the tender process ensuringcomplianceandmaintainingup-to-date andstructured documentation

• Supporting the operations of the Novo Nordisk office reception

Your new department

Rare Disease is a specialised area within Novo Nordisk that focuses on improving the lives of patients with rare conditions. Our team is dedicated to driving innovation and delivering solutions that make a difference. The atmosphere is dynamic and collaborative offering opportunities to contribute to impactful projects and initiatives. You will also have opportunity to collaborate cross-functionally with the Sales and Marketing team and Key Accounts Managers working on tenders.

The People & Organisation team is equally dynamic focusingon building a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can these departments offer a stimulating environment where your work has realimpactandyou can grow your skills across coordination communication and project-oriented activities.

Your skills & qualifications

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and bringsa strong senseof ownership to daily operations. You will collaborate closely with colleagues and leaders acrossRareDand P&O so a service-minded approachstrong communicationskillsand the ability to navigate multiple priorities are essential.

To be successful in this position we imagine youhave:

• ABachelors or mastersdegree

• At least 2 years of assistant experience while additional project management experience will be advantageous

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• Solid knowledge of MS Office (Word Excel PowerPoint)

• CommunicativeEnglishskillsto help you collaborate effectively with international partners a strong advantage

• Ability to plan prioritise execute tasksand follow upeffectively while anticipating potential challenges

If you enjoy variety learning new things bridging different tasks and seeing your work directly improve team efficiency you will feel at home here especially as this role offers hands-on opportunities to grow your project coordination and project management capabilities.

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 long-term health. One where diverse thinking shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us youre not just starting a job youre becoming part of a story that spans generations.

Deadline

15 February 2026

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.

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

At Novo Nordisk were not chasing quick fixes were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years weve 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 whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives seek out bold ideas and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together were 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.