Payroll Specialist

Novo Nordisk A/S; Gladsaxe Kommune; Remote; DKK 383,000 - 563,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S is seeking a payroll professional to support colleagues across Denmark with salary, pension, taxation, vacation and time registration. You will handle inquiries with clear guidance and learn payroll processes through structured training, contributing to accurate and timely payroll delivery.

Collaborate with Payroll and other teams to resolve enquiries, while exploring digital solutions and AI tools to improve workflows. Fluency in Danish and English is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, customer service, HR, finance or other office-based role.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities and stay productive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel and Word; SAP Payroll/HR or ServiceNow is a plus.
• Interest in systems and AI-enabled tools to improve processes.
• Fluency in Danish and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Support employees across Denmark with questions related to salary, pension, taxation, vacation and time registration.
• Handle employee inquiries with clear, professional guidance.
• Learn and develop payroll expertise through training and collaboration.
• Contribute to accurate and timely payroll delivery.
• Collaborate with Payroll and other teams to resolve inquiries and improve support.
• Participate in digitalisation of payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Digital literacy

Fluent Danish & English

Tools

MS Outlook

Excel

Word

SAP Payroll/HR

ServiceNow

Job description

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Payroll is about much more than salaries. In this role, you will help ensure that colleagues across Denmark are paid accurately and on time, while providing support on topics such as pay, vacation, parental leave and time registration. Whether you already have experience in payroll or are looking to build expertise in a specialist area, this is an opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference to employees across Novo.

Your new role

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Support employees across Denmark with questions related to salary, pension, taxation, vacation, parental leave and time registration.
• Handle employee cases and phone enquiries, providing clear, professional and helpful guidance in every interaction.
• Learn and develop expertise across payroll processes through structured training and close collaboration with experienced colleagues.
• Contribute to the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, helping ensure colleagues receive the right pay at the right time.
• Collaborate with Payroll colleagues and other specialist teams to resolve enquiries and continuously improve employee support.
• Take part in the optimisation and digitalisation of payroll processes, supporting Novo’s ambition to simplify and improve the employee experience.

Together with your colleagues, you will support a high-volume payroll operation that handles more than 55,000 employee cases and calls annually, making a positive difference through every interaction.

Your new department

You will join the Payroll team within Corporate Accounting, part of Finance Operations at Novo. Together, the team supports approximately 34,000 employees across Novo and affiliated companies, ensuring accurate payroll delivery and providing guidance on payroll-related topics.

The team consists of 18 colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences who work closely together to deliver high-quality service. We continuously explore new technologies, digital solutions and AI tools to improve our processes and create a better experience for employees across the organisation.

Your skills and qualifications

You are motivated by delivering great service and interested in developing expertise within payroll. Whether you bring experience from payroll, HR or another office-based function, you combine a structured approach with curiosity, accountability and a willingness to learn.

To succeed in this role, you have:

• Relevant experience from an administrative, customer service, HR, finance or other office-based role.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate work.
• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and maintain quality in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence using digital tools, with experience in MS Outlook, Excel and Word. Experience with SAP Payroll/HR or ServiceNow is an advantage but not required.
• An interest in systems, technology and AI-enabled tools to simplify and improve ways of working.
• Fluency in both Danish and English, written and spoken.

You are a collaborative and service-minded professional who enjoys helping others, sharing knowledge and finding practical solutions. You build trust through clear communication, take ownership of your responsibilities and contribute positively to the team, even during busy periods.

Working at Novo

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, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

Salary : For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 383,200 to 563,400 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 .

Contact

For further information about the position, please contact Sr Manager Shamila Nielsen on [phone]. Please be advised Shamila will not support queries about your recruitment status.

Deadline

October 25th, 2026

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

At Novo, 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.