Job Description

Legal & Compliance Student Assistant

International Operations

Malmö or Stockholm, Sweden

Are you a law student looking to put your knowledge into practice at one of the world's leading healthcare companies? Join us in a flexible role where you will support real business decisions, navigate complex compliance questions, and see first-hand how legal work protects patients and drives ethical business conduct.

Your new role

As Legal & Compliance Student Assistant, you will work two days per week, supporting the Swedish organisation across legal, data protection and business ethics matters. The position runs from end of 2026 through 2027, with the possibility to extend for the duration of your law studies. You will enjoy a high level of flexibility to plan your work around your study schedule.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts on behalf of the Swedish organisation
• Advising on privacy-related issues and supporting data protection compliance
• Optimising compliance processes and conducting legal research on topics relevant to the business
• Preparing and delivering trainings for the organisation on legal and compliance topics
• Deep-diving into compliance matters such as the promotion of pharmaceuticals and collaboration with healthcare organisations and academia
• Guiding internal stakeholders on how to meet external and internal requirements in projects that support patients, healthcare personnel and decision-makers

Your new department

As part of International Operations, you will join our largest operational unit. Covering 194 countries and 95% of the world's population, more than 18,000 of us work passionately to serve 35 million patients each day. With a promise to outperform the competition, we continue to be the growth driver for Novo Nordisk, and to improve health at scale across the globe.

Within International Operations, you will join the Swedish Legal & Compliance department, a close-knit team of four. You will collaborate primarily within the European and Canadian region, where the Legal, Ethics & Compliance organisation consists of about 150 people. Ultimately, you will be part of a Global Legal organisation of around 700 colleagues worldwide. The Swedish organisation itself gathers more than 100 people, giving you the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across functions while being connected to a truly global network. There is a possibility to work from either Malmö or Stockholm, and we offer flexible ways of working. If you are based outside these areas, some travel to the office will be needed.

Your skills & qualifications

We are looking for a curious and driven law student who is eager to explore the intersection of commercial law, data protection and the pharmaceutical industry. You'll bring with you:

• Enrolment in a law degree with an expected graduation within the next two years
• A strong academic record and a genuine interest in commercial law and data protection
• An organised, detail-oriented and structured approach to your work
• Self-motivation, a collaborative mindset and a willingness to take ownership of your tasks
• Openness to undertaking tasks in new and unfamiliar areas of law
• Fluency in Swedish and strong communication and presentation skills in English, as most work is conducted in English

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

At Novo Nordisk, you’ll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.​

Salary and Benefits: This position is hourly paid. For this position, the hourly base rate is 161,3 based on an assessment of relevant factors such as experience, educational background, demonstrated competencies, and the specific skills required for the position. In addition to the hourly base rate, Student Assistants are entitled to a pension scheme (currently 10% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution). ​

​Deadline

5 October 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 Novo Nordisk, 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.