Strategic Leader — Regulatory Science & Intelligence

Biopharma Careers; Søborg; On-site; DKK 941,000 - 1,449,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Regulatory Science & Intelligence Director to set strategic direction for regulatory science and intelligence. You will lead a global function, connect insights to portfolio decisions, and advance AI-enabled capabilities across R&D and regulatory policy.

You will report to the VP of SPI and join the SPI Leadership Team, shaping governance, talent, and high-performance culture while partnering with Regulatory Policy & Advocacy and external experts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in pharma or academic pharmaceutical science with leadership experience.
• Ability to translate complex scientific and regulatory topics into strategic guidance.
• Experience leading global, cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and enterprise-wide decision support capabilities.
• Proven track record in regulatory science and intelligence activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Regulatory Science & Intelligence function with clear priorities and an effective operating model.
• Set global strategy for scientific and regulatory intelligence aligned with enterprise goals.
• Build systematic internal/external intelligence gathering and trend analysis.
• Translate complex developments into concise insights and actionable recommendations.
• Connect intelligence to portfolio decisions and regulatory strategy improvements.
• Drive innovation via AI, digitalisation, and data platforms for regulatory intelligence.

Skills

Global leadership

Regulatory intelligence

Pharma industry experience

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MD/PhD/PharmD with advanced degree

Tools

AI-enabled regulatory tools

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Regulatory Science & Intelligence Director to set strategic direction for regulatory science and intelligence. You will lead a global function, connect insights to portfolio decisions, and advance AI-enabled capabilities across R&D and regulatory policy.

You will report to the VP of SPI and join the SPI Leadership Team, shaping governance, talent, and high-performance culture while partnering with Regulatory Policy & Advocacy and external experts.