Does it excite you to support strategic planning, build analytical frameworks, and enable data-driven decision-making? And do you have experience working cross-functionally to transform complex inputs into clear, structured guidance? If this sounds like you, and you are ready to take on a broad area of responsibilities, then you could be our new colleague.
Your new position
As Manager, Strategy you will be a key supporting partner helping to drive clarity, structure, and analytical rigor across Zealand’s R&D and portfolio processes. The role focuses on building frameworks, preparing strategic analyses, and enabling smooth governance and decision-making. This is a hands-on, detail-oriented position suited to someone looking to develop strategy skills by working closely with leadership and across scientific and corporate teams.
We offer exciting responsibilities:
- Support strategic priorities by shaping and implementing plans with the Head of Strategy
- Build and maintain analytical and strategic frameworks (e.g., prioritization models, decision criteria, templates)
- Conduct structured analyses to inform strategic questions, option assessments, and long-range planning
- Prepare clear, well-organized materials for leadership, governance forums, and cross-functional meetings
- Ensure decision readiness by gathering, structuring, and validating cross-functional inputs; support light portfolio operations to keep strategy, planning, and execution aligned
Your profile
An organized, analytical contributor who creates clarity through strong execution, framework building, and high-quality analysis. Enjoys collaborating across functions, communicates complex information clearly, and develops strategic skills in partnership with senior leaders. Can build trust and influence through quality work, supporting alignment across teams.
- Relevant degree (MBA, MS, MSc, PhD, or similar in life sciences, business, or analytics)
- Experience in consulting, biotech/pharma, corporate strategy, or strategic operations
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data to structure problems and develop recommendations
- Solid communication and presentation skills focused on clarity and structure
- Collaborative mindset and willingness to engage across R&D, Clinical, and Finance
Your new team
You will join the Strategy department within Zealand Pharma, working closely with colleagues across R&D, Clinical, Finance, and other stakeholders. The team focuses on strategic planning, governance preparation, decision support, and enabling operational excellence. This role reports to the Head of Strategy.
Let's bond and be bold
We have a unique culture, characterized by excellent teamwork and strong engagement across the organization. And we want you to help us strengthen this culture.
Making bonds is at the core of everything we do. From discovering and developing the best new peptide drugs for patients, to engaging with our partners or connecting with each other. We bond through curiosity and playfulness as a team, allowing ourselves to challenge common thinking and drive future innovation. Join us and let's bond and be bold.
Interested in bonding with us? Then please apply no later than December 21, 2025. The applications will be reviewed as they come in. While a cover letter is not required, please include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and welcome applications from all job applicants.
About Zealand Pharma A/S
Zealand Pharma A/S (Nasdaq: ZEAL) is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of peptide-based medicines. More than 10 drug candidates invented by Zealand Pharma have advanced into clinical development, of which two have reached the market and three candidates are in late-stage development. The company has development partnerships with a number of pharma companies as well as commercial partnerships for its marketed products. Zealand Pharma was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a team in the U.S. For more information about Zealand Pharma's business and activities, please visit www.zealandpharma.com.
