Have you been terminated? Know your rights

At Pharmadanmark, we support you in moving forward after dismissal. We understand the Life Science industry and can guide you through the process – legally, professionally and personally.

You receive legal advice, career guidance and practical tools to help you take the next step. You set the pace. We help you find direction.

What to do if you are dismissed

• Contact our legal advisers at  jura@pharmadanmark.d for individual guidance – whether you have received a dismissal or a severance agreement

• Opdate your status on My page– your membership fee is reduced when you are unemployed

• Contact your unemployment insurance fund to apply for benefits

• Contact your insurance provider if you have income protection insurance

Notice period

Your notice period is stated in your contract or collective agreement. If you are a salaried employee, it depends on your length of service.

Notice periods under the Danish Salaried Employees Act:

Note: During the first three months, your employer may terminate your employment with 14 days’ notice if a probation period is agreed.

Do you have to work during your notice period?

Your employer decides how your notice period is handled. You may be:

• Released from duties – you do not have to work

• Suspended – you must remain available but do not necessarily attend the workplace

• Working as usual – you continue in your role during the period

You are entitled to a reason

You can request a written explanation for your dismissal. We can assess whether the dismissal is fair and whether you may be entitled to compensation.

If you believe the grounds for your dismissal are incorrect, you may be entitled to compensation for unfair dismissal. Pharmadanmark’s legal advisers can help assess whether your dismissal was carried out in accordance with the applicable rules.

Discrimination

Your employer must not dismiss you based on pregnancy, parental leave, gender, disability, ethnicity, political views, religion, sexuality or age. If the dismissal is based on one or more of these circumstances, certain special requirements may apply to the employer.

This does not mean you cannot be dismissed, but the dismissal must be justified and lawful. If not, you may be entitled to compensation – and if they are, we will also take on the dispute with the employer.

Severance pay

You may be entitled to severance pay if you have been employed for many years with the same employer.

Typically:

• More than 12 years: 1 month’s salary

• More than 17 years: 3 months’ salary

Unemployment benefits

If you are dismissed, contact your unemployment insurance fund as soon as possible. They help you understand the rules and access financial support.

If you have private income protection insurance, contact your provider.

Severance agreements

Some dismissals are concluded with a severance agreement. This sets out the terms of your departure, such as release from duties, compensation and holiday pay.

We always recommend having the agreement reviewed before signing.

Pharmadanmark unemployment scheme (PDA)

As a member, you are covered by Pharmadanmark’s unemployment scheme (PDA). If you become unemployed and meet the criteria, you may receive financial support on top of your benefits.

Free career guidance

You can book career consultations with an experienced adviser who understands the Life Science industry. We support you throughout your job search.

We offer:

• Clarification of direction, motivation and career goals

• Guidance on your job search strategy

• Review of CV and application

• Interview preparation and networking support

If you are offered an outplacement programme, we recommend accepting it. If not, we are ready to support you with an individual programme.

Starting a new job? Remember a contract review

Congratulations on your new job. Before signing your contract, we recommend contacting our legal advisers.

We offer:

• Review of your employment contract

• Assessment of salary and terms

• Advice on starting your new role and well-being