Job Description

HR Business Partner

Karachi, Pakistan

Your new role

As HR Business Partner, you'll be the strategic people partner for the Pakistan affiliate of Novo Nordisk. You'll translate business priorities into meaningful people initiatives while serving as the trusted advisor on all employee lifecycle matters.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the primary P&O contact for Pakistan employees, managing all HR processes from job offers and onboarding to salary reviews and Short-Term Incentive programs
• Translating business strategies into actionable People & Organisation plans that drive performance and engagement
• Designing and delivering local Diversity & Inclusion and Wellbeing initiatives that foster an inclusive culture rooted in the Novo Nordisk Way
• Building organizational capability by facilitating Performance Management, Talent Management and Succession Planning processes
• Leading internal communications and employer branding initiatives that strengthen team cohesion across multiple geographies
• Coaching managers and teams through complex employee relations matters, providing guidance that balances business objectives with people development
• Supporting flexible and international ways of working as activities span multiple locations and time zones

Your new department

The Pakistan affiliate is a part of the Business Area Middle East and Central Asia (BAMECA), in

Region Emerging Markets (REM). The Pakistan affiliate consists of more than 150 people highly skilled and engaged professionals showing remarkable results. Together, we foster an inclusive workplace culture that empowers individuals to thrive, and supports our mission to make a positive impact on people's lives.

Your skills & qualifications

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner who brings strategic thinking, hands‑on execution, and the ability to thrive in an international, matrix environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (master’s/MBA preferred) and 6+ years of HR experience, including 2+ years partnering with business leaders
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, with strong facilitation, presentation, planning, and project management skills
• Proven ability to translate business challenges into HR priorities and initiatives aligned with the People & Organisation agenda
• Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving abilities, and a results‑driven, agile mindset
• Demonstrated capability to build trusted relationships, coach stakeholders, and lead change effectively through ambiguity

Working at Novo Nordisk

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

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. This role offers the flexibility of international collaboration and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both business performance and people development across multiple markets.

Deadline

30 March 2026, applications are reviewed on ongoing basis