Executive Assistant to our Chief Legal Officer

Job title:

Executive Assistant to our Chief Legal Officer

Company

Novo Nordisk

Job description

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) of the Novo Nordisk Foundation, one of the world’s largest philanthropic foundations.If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about driving strategic priorities, governance processes, and people operations, this role is for you. As a key contributor to ensuring the CLO’s everyday workflow (together with the new PA), you will be a trusted sparring partner, managing key initiatives and ensuring seamless execution of tasks. You will also take on hands-on responsibilities, such as serving as secretary for board committees and overseeing a variety of internal and cross-functional projects. From preparing memos to drafting compelling presentations, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, close to decision making processes, and making a real impact every day. Importantly, you will also be part of a well-functioning and close-knit team of fantastic 14 people.About the jobKey responsibilities:

• Operate as a trusted partner to the CLO: managing priorities, helping drive initiatives forward and proactively follow up on tasks and decisions
• Support the CLO in preparing for Board of Directors and committee meetings (NNF/NH), including drafting high-quality memos, and presentations
• Stay ahead of the CLO’s needs and proactively address gaps, risks, or opportunities to ensure that Legal & Governance delivers on its ambitions
• Support the CLO in navigating the annual wheel; budget planning, people-related areas, reporting deadlines etc.
• Coordinate governance processes in close collaboration with our Legal Services team and Board Secretariat
• Coordinate and facilitate departmental off-sites and meetings
• Serve as secretary to the Art Committee (Novo Nordisk Foundation), including owning meeting logistics, drafting minutes and tracking follow-up actions – in close collaboration with the Board Secretariat
• Support the CLO in preparing for other meetings in relation to NNF and subsidiaries
• Build a strong network in the organisation and serve as a liaison communicating clearly and professionally on behalf of the CLO

About youOur ideal candidate is a professional with 3+ years of experience from law, business development, corporate or as an EA supporting a senior executive. Your educational background can be a business, social science or law degree, or many others. Professional and discreet, with experience in handling sensitive and confidential matters. A collaborative team player, who enjoys working in a young, passionate, and socially engaged team environment. Not afraid to roll up sleeves and be practical, but also with a strategic and proactive mindset.Application and Information
For more information, please contact Pelle Munk-Poulsen via e-mail .We suggest you send your application as soon as possible as we will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis, and hope to conclude with a candidate in June.To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and relevant diplomas by clicking on the “Apply for this job” button.About the Novo Nordisk FoundationEstablished in Denmark in 1924, the Novo Nordisk Foundation is an enterprise foundation with philanthropic objectives. The vision of the Foundation is to improve people’s health and the sustainability of society and the planet. The Foundation’s mission is to progress research and innovation in the prevention and treatment of cardiometabolic and infectious diseases as well as to advance knowledge and solutions to support a green transformation of society.In the coming years, the Foundation will broaden its scope and increase its grants for scientific, humanitarian, and social purposes, including solving the climate crisis and developing tomorrow’s food production. As a consequence, we are a growing organisation, which means new job openings and exciting opportunities for employees to be part of forming the future of the Foundation.

Expected salary

Location

Hellerup, Hovedstaden

Job date

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 22:14:20 GMT

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