Are you passionate about employment and labor law in Denmark and across Europe? Do you have experience in creating staff handbooks, leadership guidelines, and policies while supporting colleagues globally? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our Global P&O Operations team.
The position as HR Legal Specialist
We are seeking a HR legal specialist to provide support in labor and employment law, primarily in Denmark and across seven other countries where we have a sales force. In this role, you will work closely with global vendors to support our HR needs in countries where we do not have HR on the ground. This administrative role is essential for ensuring compliance and supporting our HR Legal processes in a fast-growing, international company. You will collaborate with HR BP & other colleagues across Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, and the US.
Your work will be divided between our headquarters in Hellerup and our production site in Kvistgaard.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage HR legal administrative tasks related to Danish employment and labor law.
Provide legal advice on employment contracts, conditions, and legal matters for employees outside Denmark, working in close cooperation with global vendors and local legal experts.
Develop and maintain HR staff handbooks, leadership guidelines, and country-specific policies for the regions where Bavarian Nordic operates.
Support the enhancement of HR processes and tools and contribute to global HR Operations projects.
Draft local agreements for Denmark in accordance with industry collective agreements.
Participate in M&A activities, focusing on aligning employment terms on a global scale.
Support HR administration tasks when needed
Qualifications:
Strong expertise in Danish employment and labor law.
Experience working with unions and navigating industry regulations is a plus.
Demonstrated experience in creating HR staff handbooks as well as global and local policies and guidelines.
Highly organized with meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Danish and English.
Formal education for example a bachelor’s or master's degree in law from a university or business school.
Why Join Us?
At Bavarian Nordic, we are a fully integrated vaccine company focused on developing, manufacturing, and commercializing vaccines. With over 1,600 colleagues globally, we are dedicated to making a difference and saving lives.
In this role, you will gain valuable insights into global employment law while working with Danish labor law and collective bargaining. You will also be a key contributor to our operations by collaborating with global vendors to manage HR legal needs in countries where we do not have HR teams. You'll enjoy a high degree of flexibility in planning your work, including hybrid work options, and you’ll be part of a dynamic, international environment that encourages professional and personal growth.
How to Apply:
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV through our website. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis.
Further Information:
For inquiries, please contact Helle Thanning at + 22 65 67 23
For headhunters: Please respect the contact number is for candidates only as we do this hire ourselves.
Location: Hellerup, Philip Heymans Alle 3