Fresh Jobs at Novo Nordisk

Your new role

• You'll be leading a high-performing team of 7-8 marketing professionals to develop and execute breakthrough cardiometabolic marketing strategies that differentiate us from competitors in the market. Working closely with a passionate leadership team of 9 team members based in our South African office, you'll operate as one united team with an ambitious, can-do mindset.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and implementing innovative marketing plans that support our cardiometabolic product growth and brand positioning, including the exciting launch of Wegovy
• Leading cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Medical, Market Access and other commercial teams to ensure cohesive campaign execution that delivers results
• Leveraging advanced data analytics and digital media to identify emerging market trends, consumer behaviours, and opportunities to outmaneuver the competition
• Overseeing the creation of compliant, high-impact promotional materials and pioneering creative campaigns that enhance brand visibility
• Driving product performance through strategic P&L management, monitoring profitability and ROI while adjusting tactics to optimize financial outcomes
• Building strategic partnerships and exploring innovative go-to-market approaches that work within pharmaceutical regulations but think beyond traditional pharma constraints
• Managing pricing strategies, product launches, and the full marketing mix to maximize market share and establish clear differentiation in the cardiometabolic space

Your skills & qualifications

• We're searching for someone who brings passion, learning agility, and a can-do attitude. You don't need a traditional pharma background – in fact you can also come with fresh perspectives outside pharma.

What you do need is:

• Minimum a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• 8-10 years of experience in brand marketing within FMCG, consumer, aesthetic, dermatology, or pharmaceutical sectors
• Minimum 5 years in senior leadership positions with a proven track record of leading teams and delivering strategic business results
• Demonstrated success in developing innovative marketing strategies, overseeing product development, executing advertising campaigns, and conducting market analysis
• Strong data-driven decision-making skills with the ability to interpret sales data, customer feedback, and performance metrics to adapt strategies quickly
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement abilities – you'll be working with retail and channel partners, healthcare professionals, media partners, and cross-functional internal teams
• A mindset that's adaptable, sees opportunities, open to new approaches and solution-oriented

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Your new role

• As a Feasibility Manager, you'll be at the forefront of clinical trial planning, using data and insights to determine where and how Novo Nordisk's trials can succeed. You'll assess site capabilities, patient populations, and operational readiness to ensure every trial starts strong and delivers results that matter to patients.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Leading data-driven feasibility assessments at country and site level, analyzing patient availability, investigator experience, site capabilities, and historical performance data to support informed selection decisions.
• Contributing scientific and strategic insights to the Trial Portfolio Review process, including Strategic Feasibility Assessments.
• Expanding the site network by developing strong partnerships with new sites and Key Opinion Leaders across South Africa.
• Acting as the main point of contact for feasibility-related queries, facilitating cross-functional collaboration between global and regional teams.
• Defining and validating study assumptions, developing country and site strategies, performing scenario planning, and providing enrolment projections.
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of competitor trials, regulatory landscapes, industry trends, and patient treatment pathways to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensuring high-quality execution of feasibility activities in compliance with ICH-GCP, regulatory requirements, and internal SOPs.

Your new department

• You will be part of the Clinical Development Centre (CDC), working closely with global and regional clinical operations, medical, and development teams. The CDC plays a critical role in enabling efficient trial start-up, optimising site selection strategies, and ensuring the successful execution of Novo Nordisk's clinical trial portfolio. In this role, you'll bridge the gap between strategic planning and operational execution, ensuring South African sites are positioned for success in delivering innovative treatments to patients.

Your skills & qualifications

• We're looking for someone who thrives at the intersection of data, strategy, and relationships. You'll bring strong analytical skills combined with the ability to build lasting partnerships with investigators, site staff, and internal stakeholders across the clinical development ecosystem.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• 4+ years' experience in clinical operations as a CRA or Trial Manager, with a solid understanding of the clinical trial landscape.
• A Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with the ability to extract insights from datasets and make data-driven decisions.
• Deep understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and regulatory requirements, ensuring quality and compliance in all activities.
• Excellent relationship-building abilities and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage investigators, KOLs, hospital administration, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and data analysis, combined with the ability to define practical approaches to complex scenarios.
• The ability to thrive in dynamic environments, managing multiple tasks and deadlines while driving continuous improvement and innovation.