Guide to employment rules in Denmark

In this guide, we provide companies with a high-level overview of key employment law issues in Denmark. The guide includes practical answers to frequently asked questions – helping you understand the legal framework for your business to stay compliant and manage employment relationships confidently in Denmark. Companies covered by collective agreements may be subject to other or additional requirements.

1. Employment types

2. Recruitment process

3. Background checks

4. Statutory employment rights

5. Employment contracts

6. Unilateral changes during employment

7. Minimum salary

8. Incentive schemes

9. Working hours

10. Holidays

11. Flexible working

12. Sick leave

13. Parental leave

14. Other leave

15. Restrictive covenants

16. Termination

17. Whistleblowing

18. Employee representation

19. Transfers of undertakings

20. Mass redundancies

21. Collective agreements

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