People, Organisation & Corporate Affairs Bagsværd, Denmark Lead the future of talent and succession at
[xxxxx] – with a strong focus on enabling
[xxxxx] to have the right talent, with the right capabilities, in the right position, at the right time.
Your new role As Director, Talent & Succession, you will be the architect of our global talent strategy, ensuring we identify, develop, and retain the talent and capabilities needed to sustain
[xxxxx]'s remarkable growth trajectory.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and executing a global talent and succession strategy that aligns with business objectives, continuously adapting to industry trends and evolving organisational needs
- Leading comprehensive succession planning processes for positions within Executive Management, Senior Management, and other critical roles across [xxxxx]
- Designing and implementing innovative talent development programs that build critical capabilities across all organizational levels
- Ensuring talent reviews that are fit for a consumer-driven market and build the right workforce for [xxxxx]
- Ensuring close and effective collaboration with key stakeholders – including EVP HR Business Partners, Global Leadership & Learning, Global Mobility, and Talent Acquisition
- Utilizing advanced HR analytics and predictive modelling to forecast future talent needs, identify gaps, and drive data-informed decision-making
About the department As the Director, Talent & Succession, you will lead a function of 5 employees. The Global Talent & Succession team is part of People, Leadership & Performance (Global CoE), which also includes Total Rewards, Global Leadership & Learning, NNWay, Culture & Facilitation, Global DEIB and Global Mobility. Serving as a strategic partner across multiple countries and Lines of Business, People, Leadership & Performance is placing people at the center of all our decisions, ensuring our leaders have the right capabilities, and creating the right conditions for strong performance – all anchored in the NNWay and a culture that fosters belonging
Global Talent and Succession provide strategic support to the whole organisation on talent and succession, helping the
[xxxxx] have the right talents, with the right capabilities, in the right positions, at the right time. The role is based at Bagsværd, Denmark.
Your skills & qualifications We're seeking an exceptional leader who thrives in complexity and can navigate the intersection of strategy, analytics, and human potential. You'll bring with you:
- 10+ years of experience with a proven track record in leadership and strategic talent & succession management at a global level
- Deep expertise in succession planning, talent development, and creating comprehensive talent pipelines at all levels, across diverse cultures and geographies
- Advanced proficiency in HR analytics and data-driven decision-making, with the ability to use predictive analytics to forecast talent needs
- Demonstrated success navigating senior stakeholder landscapes, including Executive Management, with exceptional communication and influence skills.
Furthermore, you have a solid understanding of diversity and inclusion principles as well as strategic leadership abilities with the capacity to drive impact with focused resources.
Working at [xxxxx] 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.
Deadline 3 May 2026. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.At
[xxxxx], 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 defeating 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.
[xxxxx] is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.If you are interested in applying to
[xxxxx] and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at
[xxxxx]. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
