About the company
Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Denmark. Our purpose is to drive change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases such as obesity and rare blood and endocrine disorders.
Life at company
Ranking
| List | Ranking position |
|---|---|
| Best Places to Work in Africa 2023 | #1 |
| Global Best Places to Work 2023 | #1 |
| Global Best Places to Work for Women 2023 | #2 |
| Global Best Places to Work 2022 | #1 |
| Best Places to Work in Africa 2022 | #1 |
| Best Places to Work in Africa 2021 | #5 |
| Best Places to Work in South Africa 2021 | #1 |
Certification details
Overall employee experience score
Results overview
Overall employee experience score
Results overview
Quotes from employees
We are honoured to be named as one of the best companies to work for in South Africa for the 2nd consecutive year. Our purpose that unites us all at Novo Nordisk is in driving change to defeat Diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. Through living this purpose in all that we do, we aim to make a positive difference in patients’ lives each and every day. Our people are key to our success and so we work hard to create a healthy, engaging and supportive work environment for them. This is essential for a sustainable future, one that attracts and retains new talent, but also provides an environment where our people are motivated to succeed.
Sara Norcross
Vice President & General Manager
