AI Execution Manager

Novo Nordisk A/S; Greater London, Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S invites an AI Execution Manager to shape how AI transforms R&D, bridging science, digital innovation and business execution across global teams. You will partner with senior leaders, researchers and technology groups to turn strategic priorities into high-impact initiatives that accelerate progress for people living with chronic diseases.

This role requires strategic insight, a track record of delivering cross-functional programs, and strong communication in English.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences (Master's or PhD preferred).
• Ability to bring structure to ambiguity and align initiatives with business priorities.
• Proven track record of leading high-impact initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Strong digital and AI understanding and experience with technology product development at scale.
• Experience across scientific, technical and business functions in large organisations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with executive audiences.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Experience from management consulting, digital transformation or related strategic advisory environment.
• Direct experience in pharmaceutical or biotech R&D settings.

Responsibilities

• Identify and shape high-impact AI and digital initiatives with leaders.
• Lead complex cross-functional initiatives across R&D with external partners.
• Provide strategic guidance aligning scientific objectives with technology capabilities.
• Translate between scientific, technical and business perspectives to support decisions.
• Build alignment among senior stakeholders and drive initiatives to delivery in a global matrix.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Stakeholder management

AI and digital understanding

Cross-functional leadership

Excellent communication

English fluency

Consulting or digital transformation

Pharma/biotech R&D experience

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences

Job description

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Denmark or London/Oxford, United Kingdom

Job category

Research & Development

Location

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

Your impact begins here

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.
• 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

• 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.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all applicants. If you require adjustments during the application or selection process, please contact [e-mail] and include your name, the role you are applying for and the adjustment you require.