Senior Director, People & Organization at Novo Nordisk advising on HR strategies and leading talent development. Managing a team to foster an engaging and inclusive workplace culture.
About the role
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Responsibilities
- Partner closely with the SVP of Development and Operations as a trusted advisor on people and organizational matters
- Design and implement organizational structures that scale with business growth
- Drive change management initiatives that help teams adapt and thrive
- Solve complex employee relations (ER) issues with fairness, legal compliance, and thoughtful care
- Guide leaders on performance management, development, coaching, compensation, team, and organizational effectiveness initiatives
- Facilitate and drive all core people programs, including performance reviews, calibrations, compensation planning, engagement surveys, succession planning, talent reviews, and workforce planning
- Build trusted relationships across all levels to foster stronger collaboration and enhance employee engagement
- Utilize HR data and analytics to deliver actionable insights and inform evidence-based decision-making
- Support employees in both exempt and non-exempt roles with tailored HR strategies
- Collaborate with Site Lead, Facilities, Safety, Security, IT, and Site Operations to maintain a safe, inclusive, and engaging workplace
- Partner on site-wide initiatives such as safety drills, training, and audits through an HR lens
- Embed the company’s mission, vision, and values into daily employee experiences
- Foster community and belonging through engagement programs
Requirements
- 15+ years of progressive People Partner experience, including direct support of lab teams consisting of employees in both exempt and non-exempt roles; currently operating at a Director level or equivalent
- Proven success in influencing and advising senior leaders, especially during organizational shifts or transformations
- Strong project management skills with a proven ability to develop, lead, and oversee cross-functional initiatives from concept through execution
- Deep experience with change management, organizational design, and enabling leadership effectiveness
- Skilled in coaching and development of people managers and leadership teams
- Strong understanding of employee relations, HR compliance, and employment law, with the ability to manage complex employee relations matters and drive timely, thoughtful resolutions
- Experience supporting operations, technical, scientific, or life sciences teams is highly preferred
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution—no task is too big or too small
- Proficiency with people analytics and tools like Google Sheets, Slides, or HRIS platforms (Workday preferred)
- High emotional intelligence, integrity, and a growth mindset
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or HR certifications are a plus
Benefits
- Participate in an annual bonus plan tied to company and individual performance
- Long-term incentive plan to align company and colleague success over time
- Flexible time-off
- 401k with a company match
- Medical, dental, vision plans
- Carefully selected mindfulness offerings
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