Senior Investment Analyst

About the Department

At Novo Nordisk we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.

In NC we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our Product Supply Aseptic Manufacturing (PS AM) facility in Clayton NC is a 457000 square foot aseptic fill and finish site that is responsible for producing innovative injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At PS AM youll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.

What we offer you:

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

At Novo Nordisk you will find opportunities resources and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.

The Position

Provides financial and analytical support across the investment lifecycle for DPM US helping enable effective capital allocation and portfolio decision-making at Novo Nordisk. The role supports development and evaluation of business cases portfolio transparency month-end investment reporting and adherence to investment governance standards through robust analysis and accurate data management. This position contributes to value realization portfolio visibility and continuous improvement of investment management practices through application of the PEM model and effective use of Clarity.

Relationships

Reports to Director or above. Interacts with project sponsors leadership teams Finance Engineering Production and Portfolio Management stakeholders.

Essential Functions

• Act as a finance partner supporting investment decision-making at Novo Nordisk by providing structured financial analysis and insights across the investment lifecycle
• Support development and evaluation of business cases in alignment with Novo Nordisks Project Execution Model (PEM model) ensuring financial assumptions cost estimates risks and expected benefits are robust and consistent
• Perform detailed financial analysis of investment opportunities including scenario analysis sensitivity analysis and risk assessments to support informed decision-making
• Ensure adherence to Novo Nordisk investment governance standards by supporting consistent application of policies processes and approval requirements
• Maintain and update investment data in Clarity (portfolio management system) ensuring completeness accuracy and alignment with approved business cases and project timelines
• Support consolidation and reconciliation of investment financials as part of the month-end close process ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare investment reporting and analysis highlighting deviations from plan key drivers risks and opportunities for cost optimization or value improvement
• Support transparency of the investment portfolio by tracking project progress financial phasing and alignment with strategic priorities
• Collaborate with project teams Engineering Finance and Operations to ensure financial assumptions reflect operational reality and evolving project conditions
• Identify inconsistencies or risks in financial data assumptions or project execution and escalate issues appropriately to support corrective actions
• Support prioritization and allocation of capital by providing financial input into portfolio trade-offs constraints and sequencing considerations
• Monitor financial performance of approved investments against business case expectations and support tracking of costs timelines and key milestones
• Contribute to post-investment reviews and lessons learned activities to improve future investment planning and execution at Novo Nordisk
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes reporting tools (including Clarity) and analytical methodologies related to investment management
• Ensure alignment between investment financials accounting treatment and reporting requirements in collaboration with Accounting and Finance teams
• Drive strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making in a complex and dynamic environment while building credibility with senior stakeholders
• Challenge assumptions constructively and collaborate across functions to deliver pragmatic high-value business outcomes
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities as assigned

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in an open office environment with the possibility of frequent distraction. Ability to travel up to 10% of the time. (% can change on a case-by-case basis based on the role.)

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Finance Economics Engineering Business Administration Accounting or related field of study from an accredited university required and a minimum of eight (8) years of experience within Investment Management Corporate Finance Capital Project Finance Business Finance Portfolio Management Management Consulting Strategic Finance required
• In lieu of Masters Degree with eight (8) years of experience may consider a Bachelors Degree in Finance Economics Engineering Business Administration Accounting or related field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience within Investment Management Corporate Finance Capital Project Finance Business Finance Portfolio Management Management Consulting Strategic Finance required
• Proven experience developing and evaluating complex business cases required
• Strong expertise in Financial modeling Capital investment analysis Portfolio management Strategic planning Investment governance and Risk assessment required
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities required
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills required
• Professional proficiency in English required
• Experience from pharmaceutical biotechnology manufacturing engineering or highly regulated industries preferred
• Experience supporting large-scale capital investments and expansion programs preferred
• Strong understanding of project management and capital project execution preferred
• Experience presenting recommendations to senior leadership and governance boards preferred
• Experience with portfolio management tools and advanced analytics platforms preferred
• MBA CFA or similar advanced qualification is considered an advantage preferred

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 defeating 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.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.

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