Bagsværd Internal Business Ethics Auditor Capi

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Internal Business Ethics Auditor Category: Legal, Compliance & Audit Location: Bagsværd, Capital Region of Denmark, DK #job-location Group Internal Audit (GIA) Business Ethics Assurance Business Assurance & Compliance Bagsværd, Denmark Help shape ethical business practices across a global organisation. As part of our Internal Audit team, you will use your audit and compliance expertise to protect patients, support responsible decision-making, and strengthen trust in Novo. Your new role As a Business Ethics Auditor in Group Internal Audit, you will help strengthen ethics and compliance across the Novo Group by providing independent assurance and identifying opportunities for improvement. Working across a broad range of business areas, you will evaluate whether key controls and processes are operating effectively while supporting a culture of integrity and accountability. Your main responsibilities will be: Lead end-to-end business ethics and compliance audits, from planning and scoping through fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up actions. Assess compliance with anti-bribery and anti-corruption requirements, interactions with healthcare professionals, healthcare organisations and public officials, patient engagement activities, third-party management processes, and data privacy requirements. Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to gather evidence, discuss observations, and support the implementation of remediation actions. Analyse data and audit evidence to identify control gaps, emerging trends, and potential compliance risks, documenting findings in a clear, balanced, and objective manner. Support the development and continuous improvement of digital solutions and monitoring tools used within Internal Audit. Contribute to strengthening governance, risk management, and compliance practices across the Novo Group. Your new department You will join Group Internal Audit (GIA), based at Novo’s headquarters in Bagsværd, Denmark. As a diverse and international team, we provide independent assurance and advisory services to Senior Management and the Audit Committee across Business Ethics, ESG, Finance, and IT. In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across the global organisation, gaining exposure to both headquarters functions and affiliates around the world. Working across a wide range of business areas, you will contribute to strengthening governance, compliance, and risk management while building a broad understanding of the business and its operations. Your skills and qualifications To succeed in this role, you combine strong ethics and compliance expertise with a curious, analytical mindset. You are comfortable working independently, building productive relationships across functions and cultures, and translating complex information into clear, evidence-based insights. To succeed in this role, you: Hold a master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Business Law, Business Administration, Auditing, or a related discipline. Bring at least two years of experience in Ethics & Compliance within an international company in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, or consumer goods industry. Have strong analytical skills and experience working with data to identify trends, assess risks, and draw evidence-based conclusions. Communicate confidently and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, and are able to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. Take a proactive and independent approach to your work, with the confidence to lead audit assignments and navigate complex compliance topics. Are willing and able to travel internationally (approximately 50–70 days per year) to support audits across global affiliates and operations. The following would be considered an advantage: Experience in internal or external audit. Knowledge of data privacy requirements and related compliance frameworks. Familiarity with AI tools and technologies and their practical application in analytical, monitoring, or audit activities. Proficiency in additional languages beyond English. Working at Novo Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations. What we offer There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind. Salary : For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 570,200.00 to 838,100.00 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. Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here . Contact For further information about the position, please contact Sr Manager Timur Zafesov at TIZE@novonordisk.com. Please be advised Timur will not support queries about your recruitment status. Deadline November 8th, 2026 Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will take place on an ongoing basis. Therefore, do not hesitate to apply if interested at your earliest convenience. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV. We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all applicants. At Novo, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.