A life changing career in Denmark

”When I was offered the position I thought that it was a very interesting thing for me professionally, development wise. I was a bit concerned I have to say, I was between excited and having cold feet, because in a way, the location, the weather, the people here, it is a completely different part of the world than where I come from, Greece”.
Yiannis Mallis, Senior Global Project Manager.
Life at Novo Nordisk
- Company reputation and culture
Novo Nordisk is #1 globally in diabetes prevention, detection and care. The company is considered a very attractive place to work in Denmark. - Diversity
Novo Nordisk is becoming more global everyday; this results in more frequent interaction with people of different cultures, talents and needs. Our future success depends on our ability to value and utilize all these unique aspects in order to generate change. - Compensation and benefits
Novo Nordisk offers a competitive remuneration package. To help ensure a smooth transition, the company also provides a support package to all foreign employees moving to Denmark. - Leisure
The International Social Club was established to help expatriate staff and their families settle in and establish social networks. - Global careers
The Novo Nordisk group consists of more than 45 affiliates. There are real opportunities for international assignments or transfers.
Life in Denmark
- Values
The Danes value equality, individuality and democracy and are known to be very liberal. - Working culture
The Danish workplace is less hierarchical than in many other countries. - Special tax scheme
Denmark offers a special reduced tax scheme for scientists and specialists. - Safe environment for families and children
Denmark offers a very safe and serene living environment. - Transportation
Denmark has a highly developed infrastructure and a good public transportation system. - Leisure
A cosmopolitan yet liveable city, Copenhagen has many attractions, such as museums, performing arts, shopping, historic buildings, a scenic coast and harbour, and festivals. - Overall quality of life
Denmark ranks high in independent international research on living standards and quality of life.
Useful information and links
Read more about life changing careers in Denmark (pdf)
Life changing careers magazine - X-Men and X-Woman speak out (pdf)
Copenhagen Benchmark Performance - A survey of surveys (pdf)
Article about Novo Nordisk Social Club (pdf)
Novo Nordisk Graduate Programmes (link)
Expat in Denmark (external link)
Wonderful Copenhagen (external link)


