Document background
The Certificate of Employment with Compensation is a mandatory document under Danish employment law that must be provided to employees within one month of starting employment. This document serves as a formal record of the employment relationship and includes comprehensive details about compensation, benefits, and working conditions. It is designed to comply with the Danish Act on the Employer's Obligation to Inform Employees and other relevant employment legislation, including the Danish Salaried Employees Act. The certificate is particularly important as it provides legal certainty for both parties and helps prevent future disputes by clearly documenting all agreed-upon terms. It must be updated whenever significant changes occur in the employment relationship and serves as a reference point for both employer and employee throughout the duration of employment.
