Overview
As the Director for Italy, you will shape the people, organisation and internal communication agenda to support sustainable growth. You will advise the General Manager and leadership team, translating business goals into people, culture and communication strategies. You’ll drive talent attraction, development and retention, leadership effectiveness, and an engaging employee experience, while guiding organisational capability and AI-enabled workforce readiness. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution in a dynamic, regulated environment.
Responsabilità Define and drive HR & Internal Communication agenda for Novo Italy to support strategic ambitions
Lead development and execution of People & Organisation strategies aligned with global, regional and local priorities
Drive workforce planning, succession, talent strategies and leadership pipelines
Act as strategic coach to leaders on people, culture, communication and design
Lead organisational transformation and change initiatives
Foster a high-performance culture with accountability and engagement




Oversee recruitment, onboarding, learning & development and employee lifecycle
Manage employee relations and ensure compliance with local labour law and company principles
Drive internal communications to enhance transparency and engagement
Lead P&O; operations and governance with efficient, compliant processes
Oversee AI and future workforce capability development
Build and develop a high-performing P&O; & Internal Communications team
Represent Novo externally through benchmarking, networking and employer branding
Collaborate with Italy Leadership Team and regional/global P&O; colleagues
Requisiti fondamentali Master's degree in HR, Business Administration or related disciplines
Significant leadership experience in HR within a complex, international context
Proven track record in partnering with senior leaders on organisational design, culture and people strategies
Experience leading organisation

📌 Director, People (Latina)
🏢 Novo Nordisk Pharma
📍 Latina