The Role
Leads Align Technology’s Nordic clinical team across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Responsibilities include managing and developing clinical staff, overseeing education programs, supporting orthodontists and general practitioners, partnering with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success, monitoring clinical KPIs, driving change management, and ensuring regulatory compliance and clinical integrity. The role is office-based in Copenhagen with regular regional travel and requires relocation.
Summary Generated by Built In
Are you ready to be the Head of Clinical for Nordics and be part of the Nordics Management team?
We are seeking an experienced Dentist or Orthodontist with a strong combination of clinical expertise and people leadership experience gained either through managing clinical teams within a dental practice or leading teams in a corporate environment. As Manager, Clinical Nordics, you will lead the clinical team across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, driving clinical excellence, developing talent, and strengthening customer confidence in Align Technology's Invisalign and iTero solutions. As a member of the Nordics Management Team, you will play a key role in shaping clinical strategy and supporting business growth across the region.
This is an office-based leadership role located in Copenhagen, Denmark, with regular travel across the Nordic region. The successful candidate must be willing and able to relocate to Copenhagen.
Role expectations
Team Leadership & Development
- Manage and mentor Clinical liaisons, Clinical relations & education specialists and Clinical Itero trainers in (country).
- Oversee onboarding, performance development, and succession planning.
- Ensure alignment with EMEA-wide clinical strategies and local commercial leaders
- Work cross-functionally with other functional managers to drive innovation, customer experience and achieve business targets based on the regional and local strategy.
Clinical Education & Support
- Deliver and oversee clinical education programs for orthodontists and general practitioners.
- Support strategic relationships with universities, external partners, and key opinion leaders.
- Ensure scientific accuracy and relevance of educational content and promotional materials.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success teams to drive clinical confidence and product adoption.
- Collaborate with regional and global clinical leaders to align on best practices and innovation.
Operational Excellence
- Monitor and report on clinical KPIs, team impact, and strategic initiatives.
- Lead change management efforts related to reporting lines, team structure, and role evolution.
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and clinical integrity.
Be willing to co-travel with field clinical liaison team to coach them and commercial team to gather clinical insights from customers
What we're looking for
- Degree in Dentistry or related clinical field; postgraduate education in Orthodontics or Healthcare Management preferred.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in clinical roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
- Experience from clinical education, team management, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Fluent in English; Additional languages a plus
- Willing to relocate to Copenhagen, Denmark
Preferred Skills
- Strategic thinking and stakeholder management.
- Strong communication and leadership presence.
- Ability to work effectively across functions and geographies.
- Data-driven decision-making and process orientation.
About
Your growth and well-being:At Align, every smile matters. We’re committed to helping you thrive by supporting the health, growth, and well-being of our team members through a variety of tools and programs. While specific offerings may vary by location and role, Align employees can typically expect:Health and well-being programs to keep you thriving in both body and mind.Employee-exclusive discounts on Invisalign products.Learning opportunities through online learning resources and support for your individual development plans.Inclusive, global workplace that fosters collaboration, recognition and belonging.Country and/or role specific details will be shared with you by your recruiter during the interview process. Discover Align:We are a global community of game-changers and smart team players, united by our belief in the power of a smile. Our dynamic team of exceptional employees is dedicated to transforming the industry and creating extraordinary outcomes every day.Align’s core values of agility, customer, and accountability are more than words to work by, they are words we live by. The actions we take every day speak to who we are as a company and our focus on being truly impactful. We celebrate our differences, and the many ways we support one another— ultimately creating a more inclusive organization and world as we continue transforming smiles and changing lives.We foster a culture where thinking differently and seeking new experiences are not just encouraged but celebrated. With the Align Mindset, we empower each other, ensuring every voice is heard and valued in an inclusive environment that inspires creativity and collaboration.At Align, we believe in the power of a smile, and we know that every smile is as unique as our employees. As we grow, we are committed to building a workforce rich in diverse cultural backgrounds and life experiences, fostering a culture of open-mindedness and compassion. We live our company values by promoting healthy people and healthy communities, all with the intent of changing millions of lives, one unique smile at a time. As part of our commitment to innovation, Align Technology includes exocad and Cubicure, companies that enhance our offerings and extend our impact to industry transformation.Eager to learn how we embrace our global differences and nurture employee well-being? Explore Align's culture here!Want to discover more about exocad and Cubicure? Click on their names for additional information.
Skills Required
- Degree in Dentistry or a related clinical field
- 8–10 years of experience in clinical roles
- At least 3 years of leadership experience
- Experience in clinical education, team management, and cross-functional collaboration
- Fluency in English
- Willingness and ability to relocate to Copenhagen, Denmark
- Postgraduate education in Orthodontics or Healthcare Management
- Additional language skills
- Strategic thinking and stakeholder management
- Strong communication and leadership presence
- Ability to work across functions and geographies
- Data-driven decision-making and process orientation
Align Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Align Technology and has not been reviewed or approved by Align Technology.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life, and both short‑ and long‑term disability, along with AD&D and wellness resources. Select locations add region‑specific programs such as medical coverage and Multisport, reinforcing breadth.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — A corporate bonus plan outlines performance‑based rewards and eligibility, and compensation is described as competitive in commercial roles. Incentive structures in sales are portrayed as offering strong on‑target earnings potential.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) plan with company contribution mechanisms, profit sharing, and a defined contribution pension plan. These elements emphasize long‑term financial security alongside salary and bonus.
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The Company
What We Do
Twenty years ago, we pioneered the world's first clear aligners. Since then, we have continuously innovated with new products and technologies that are revolutionizing treatments for doctors and their patients. Invisalign clear aligners and the iTero Intraoral scanner help dental professionals achieve the clinical results they expect and deliver effective, advanced dental options to their patients. Helping change millions of lives, one smile at a time. Discover your straight path to a bright future at Align. As a part of our smart, diverse and fast-moving global team, you'll make an impact for the market leader that's moving an industry forward. Want to find out what’s next for us—and for you?
