AI Execution Manager

Novo Nordisk; Måløv; Hybrid; DKK 743,000 - 1,092,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking an AI Execution Manager to shape how AI transforms Research & Development. Working at the intersection of science, digital innovation and business execution, you will partner with senior leaders, researchers and technology teams to turn strategic priorities into high-impact initiatives that create measurable value.

Based in Denmark or London, you will lead cross-functional initiatives across R&D, aligning science, technology and business objectives, and accelerating the

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences, preferably Master’s or PhD.
• Strategic mindset with ability to structure ambiguity and connect opportunities with priorities.
• Proven track record leading high-impact initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong digital and AI understanding; experience shaping scalable technology within large organisations.
• Experience in large pharma or life sciences organisations across scientific, technical and business functions.
• Excellent communication and English fluency.
• Experience from management consulting or digital transformation.
• Direct experience in pharmaceutical or biotech R&D settings.

Responsibilities

• Translate strategic AI and digital priorities into execution across R&D, from target discovery through to clinical development.
• Lead complex cross-functional initiatives across R&D, including collaborations with external partners and technology leaders.
• Provide strategic guidance and coordination across AI initiatives, ensuring alignment between scientific objectives, technology capabilities and business priorities.
• Act as a trusted partner who translates between scientific, technical and business perspectives to support informed decision-making.
• Build alignment across senior stakeholders and drive complex initiatives through to successful delivery in a global matrix organisation.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder engagement

AI & digital understanding

Excellent communication

Fluency in English

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences

Job description

Location

Denmark or London/Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Description

Location: Denmark or London/Oxford, United Kingdom

Job category: Research & Development

Department: AI & Digital Innovation, Research & Development

This position can be based in either Denmark or London/Oxford, United Kingdom.

As AI Execution Manager, you will help shape how AI transforms Research & Development at Novo. Working at the intersection of science, digital innovation and business execution, you will partner with senior leaders, researchers and technology teams to turn strategic priorities into high-impact initiatives that create measurable value. Your work will accelerate the pace at which AI and digital capabilities translate into progress for people living with serious chronic diseases.

What You'll Bring

• An advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in life sciences, providing the scientific foundation to engage confidently with experts across Research & Development.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to bring structure to ambiguity, shape complex initiatives and connect scientific and technical opportunities with broader organisational priorities.
• A proven track record of leading high-impact initiatives, influencing senior stakeholders and building alignment across complex matrix organisations to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Strong digital and AI understanding, including appreciation of how technology products and capabilities are developed, implemented and scaled within large organisations.
• A demonstrated understanding of how large pharmaceutical or life sciences organisations operate, with experience working across scientific, technical and business functions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with scientific, technical and executive audiences.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Desirable

• Experience from management consulting, digital transformation or a related strategic advisory environment.
• Direct experience in pharmaceutical or biotech R&D settings.

What You'll Do

You will translate strategic AI and digital priorities into successful execution across Research & Development, from target discovery through to clinical development. Your focus will be on shaping, coordinating and delivering initiatives that create tangible organisational impact.

• Partner with scientific and business leaders to identify and shape high-impact AI and digital initiatives, translating opportunities into clear, actionable programmes.
• Lead complex cross-functional initiatives across R&D, including collaborations with external partners and technology leaders.
• Provide strategic guidance and coordination across AI initiatives, ensuring alignment between scientific objectives, technology capabilities and business priorities.
• Act as a trusted partner who translates between scientific, technical and business perspectives to support informed decision-making.
• Build alignment across senior stakeholders and drive complex initiatives through to successful delivery in a global matrix organisation.

Who You'll Work With

You will join the AI Execution team within AI & Digital Innovation, part of Research & Development. The team partners across R&D, from target discovery through to clinical development, to identify, shape and deliver high-impact initiatives that create measurable value. Working across science, technology and business, your team helps transform ambitious ideas into tangible organisational impact.

Your closest partners will include senior scientific and business leaders across R&D, technology and digital teams, and external partners. You will work across functions and organisational levels, bringing different perspectives together to build alignment and move initiatives forward with clarity and pace.

What You Can Expect Here

You will work at the forefront of AI and digital innovation in a global healthcare company that is investing significantly in science and technology. The role offers the opportunity to shape how R&D operates, build new skills through cross-functional collaboration and grow your expertise at the intersection of science, AI and business.

You will be trusted to take ownership, make your voice heard and contribute your expertise where it matters most. The work moves at pace, and curiosity, adaptability and a drive for impact are valued every day.

Salary

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 742,600.00 to 1,091,600.00 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position. The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate's skills, competencies, knowledge and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits

The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all applicants.