Associate Director, AI Solutions for P&O & Quality

Novo Nordisk A/S; Ballerup; Remote; DKK 941,000 - 1,449,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Ballerup, Denmark, is seeking an Associate Director for P&O and Quality AI Solutions to set the strategic direction for AI across these functions. You will lead data platforms and AI products from build to operations, driving measurable business impact for colleagues worldwide.

You will build and motivate highly specialised teams, partner with Business Owners, Product Management and Enterprise AI Management, and shape governance, operating models and delivery processes in

Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA in software engineering, economics, computer science, data science, AI, business administration or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience, including substantial experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong experience in IT management, programme leadership and strategy development.
• Solid experience with AI and data, including ability to translate innovation into scalable solutions and measurable functional impact.
• Proven ability to lead through highly specialised employees, delegating responsibility and empowering teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with experience navigating complex environments.
• Structured, results-oriented approach and ability to address internal and external challenges.
• Inclusive, empathetic leadership across cultures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategy for P&O and Quality AI Solutions, aligned with organisational goals and measurable outcomes.
• Act as Solution Owner for P&O and Quality data solutions and AI products with accountability for development, support, and operations.
• Drive innovation and strategic initiatives that simplify and improve the data and AI landscape.
• Lead organisational design, development, training, planning and resource use.
• Partner with Business Owners, Product Management and Enterprise AI Management on budgets and investments.
• Build stakeholder alignment across Enterprise AI, P&O, Quality and other lines of business.
• Provide inclusive people leadership in line with Novo Way and Enterprise AI leadership principles.

Skills

Master's degree

8+ years experience

IT management

AI & data

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Structured problem-solving

Education

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

Novo Nordisk A/S in Ballerup, Denmark, is seeking an Associate Director for P&O and Quality AI Solutions to set the strategic direction for AI across these functions. You will lead data platforms and AI products from build to operations, driving measurable business impact for colleagues worldwide.

You will build and motivate highly specialised teams, partner with Business Owners, Product Management and Enterprise AI Management, and shape governance, operating models and delivery processes in