Do you want to support our legal team and the rest of Novo Holdings on transactions and asset management? We are looking for a Student Assistant to join our legal team. 

Novo Holdings is offering a unique opportunity for personal and professional development in a dynamic and ambitious work environment, characterized by a global outlook, a dedicated focus on sustainability and a significant investment capacity and deal flow. 

Headquartered in Copenhagen, with offices in London, San Francisco, Boston, Singapore, Shanghai, and Mumbai Novo Holdings is a world-leading life science investor with a focus on creating long-term value. 
 
The Job 
As a Student Assistant in the legal team, you will undertake challenging and varying tasks in relation to carry out our deliveries, to fulfil the legal key strategic initiatives and goals, and to support the day-to-day operations of the organization. 
 
Your main tasks will be to: 

• Support the legal team on transactions, asset management and various internal projects 
• Review, negotiate and draft agreements and documents, particularly non-disclosure agreements  
• Assist with entity management with respect to the growing number of Novo Holdings companies 
• Assist with AI optimization of certain legal workflows  

The legal team consists of 12 lawyers based across offices in Copenhagen, Boston, San Francisco and Singapore. You will have the opportunity to be part of a dedicated, international, ambitious, and connected team that is driven by values, respect, and appreciation for one another. 

The workload will be approximately 15-20 hours a week (at the Novo Holdings office in Copenhagen) with flexibility in relation to your studies. 

Personal & Professional Qualifications 
We are looking for a candidate who: 

• Has completed a BA.jur. or HA.jur. and is currently enrolled in the first semester of a master’s degree in law (cand.jur.) or business administration and commercial law (cand.merc.(jur.)).  
• Has a solid understanding of general contract law.  
• Has a knowledge of corporate law and/or M&A – a plus but not a requirement. 
• Communicates fluently in English, both written and verbal. 
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, combining a good overview with attention to detail. 
• Works in a structured, independent manner and is a highly motivated self-starter. 
• Is a team player who thrives in an international environment. 
• Has an interest in the use of AI in a professional setting. 

Working at Novo Holdings 
Novo Holdings is a holding and investment company responsible for managing the operating and financial assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation, a mission-driven Danish enterprise foundation with a vision to improve people's health and the sustainability of the planet. As a leading global life sciences investor, Novo Holdings invests in life science companies at all stages of development, with a portfolio of more than 170 companies, while also managing a broad portfolio of public and private assets. As of year-end 2025, Novo Holdings had total assets of approximately EUR 93 billion.  

Our work environment is driven by purpose and values, and we strive to be a leading responsible investor, recognised by our stakeholders and people as an exceptional enterprise. Learning and development is core to our organisation, and we strive to create an environment, where our people can develop to their full potential.   

We employ more than 230 professionals from various nationalities and backgrounds, all sharing the same goal: To generate attractive long-term returns on the assets of the Novo Nordisk Foundation. Our investment teams are spread across offices in San Francisco, Boston, London, Singapore, Mumbai, Shanghai, and our headquarters just north of Copenhagen in Hellerup. 

 
Application and Information 
We encourage you to send your application as soon as possible and no later than 31/8/2026. To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and university transcripts by clicking on the “Apply Now” button.