CMC Project Manager (Copenhagen, Danish Capital Region, DK)

CMC Project Manager

Would you like to help strengthen how CMC projects are planned, managed and communicated across Lundbeck? In this newly established role, you will work closely with CMC Project Leads and help create the transparency, tools and ways of working that enable strong project execution and decision-making.

Your new role

As CMC Project Manager, you will provide project management support across our CMC project portfolio, partnering closely with CMC Project Leads and stakeholders across the organisation. You will play an important role in strengthening financial transparency and budget optionality, working closely with teams and Finance to connect project plans, forecasts and financial commitments. By providing clear insights into committed and flexible spend, scenario implications and upcoming decision points, you will help enable informed prioritization, resource allocation and portfolio decisions. You will also develop and maintain project management tools, processes and standards by leveraging digital tools, automation and AI-enabled solutions to improve planning, forecasting, reporting and portfolio transparency, helping project teams spend less time on manual processes and more time on value-adding activities. As the role is newly established, you will have an opportunity to shape how we work and contribute to building a strong, consistent project management capability within CMC.

Your future team

You will join a newly established team of seven CMC Project Leads, working across CMC development projects and in close collaboration with colleagues across CMC and the broader organisation. We are building the team and our ways of working together, giving you a unique opportunity to influence how the role develops and how we support projects. You can expect a collaborative environment with high professional standards, open dialogue and a shared focus on enabling project teams and leaders to make well-informed decisions and deliver on their commitments.

The role is part of the CMC Digital & AI and Program Management organisation, and you will report directly to the Vice President of the area.

The position is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

What you bring to the team

You combine solid project management capabilities with a structured and analytical approach and an interest in leveraging automation, data and AI to improve planning, reporting and ways of working You are comfortable working with financial information and turning complex project data into clear overviews and reporting for different audiences. You enjoy creating practical tools and processes, and you build effective relationships across functions and organisational levels.

We imagine that you bring:

Relevant higher education and experience from project management, project coordination or a similar role in a complex organization.

Strong analytical skills and experience with project financials, forecasting, reporting and/or portfolio overviews.

Financial understanding and the ability to work closely with CMC Finance Business Partner on budgets, forecasts and reporting.

Experience developing and maintaining project management tools, processes and ways of working.

Solid stakeholder management and collaboration skills, with the ability to create alignment and communicate effectively with project teams, senior stakeholders and governance forums.

You are proactive, pragmatic and comfortable working in a role that is still being shaped. You bring structure without creating unnecessary complexity, take ownership of your deliverables and are motivated by helping others succeed. Experience from pharmaceutical development or CMC is an advantage, but not a prerequisite if you bring strong transferable project management experience.

Our promise to you

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.

We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion .

Annual base salary range: 687 000 - 944 900 DKK gross

At Lundbeck, we are committed to fair and transparent pay. Please note that the final base salary within the stated range will be based on relevant qualifications, skills, competencies, and level of proficiency as well as internal pay equity.

Apply now

Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!

Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience.

If you have questions, please contact Lone Rahbek, Vice President, CMC Digital & AI and Program Management at LORA@lundbeck.com.

Applications must be received by November 8, 2026.

Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com , LinkedIn or Instagram (@h_lundbeck).

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