Reports to the Senior Director, Media & Stakeholder Relations, and interacts with senior leaders across all areas of Novo Nordisk US Operations (USO), including USO President/Executive Office, Commercial, Market Access and Public Affairs, Legal, Finance and Investor Relations, Clinical, Medical and Regulatory, plus other cross functional teams as needed. The Director, Media Relations & Issues Management is accountable for establishing and leading Novo Nordisks strategic media relations programs across key priorities to enhance the visibility and positive reputation of Novo Nordisk at the local and national levels, to position the company favorably among its key external audiences; and to ensure public understanding of the companys mission, business goals and philosophies.