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Employment Types and Agreements in Denmark

Is it necessary for the employment agreement to be bilingual with Danish taking precedence in Denmark?

Our employment agreement is written in English.

Can seniority be recognized in employment agreements in Denmark, and if so, in what ways can this be reflected in employment agreements?

Yes, seniority can be recognized in employment agreements in Denmark. The employee's seniority deriving from a prior employment agreement with the customer can be included in the employment agreement with Velocity Global Denmark. This recognition is applicable for:

  • Redundancy pay
  • Notice period

Can variable compensation be included in the employment agreement in Denmark, or should it be outlined in a separate Variable Compensation Plan?

In Denmark, variable compensation can be included directly in the employment agreement. Additionally, the employment agreement can reference a separate Variable Compensation Plan. The actual plan itself will typically be added as an annex to the employment agreement.

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