Bruun & Hjejle‘s wide-ranging employment practice advises on matters in several of Denmark’s prominent industries, including energy investment, food and beverage, insurance and renewables. Elise Ross-Hansen spearheads the team, with expertise in incentive schemes, restructuring, and the employment aspects of M&A deals. Noted for her ’wealth of experience, energy and attention to details’ she is well-versed in negotiations, mediations and litigation. Flemming Strømme Martinussen plays a vital part in the team, offering adept advice on collective bargaining, dispute resolution, with an emphasis on cross-border work.
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  • ‘Kind and professional ’
  • ‘Very attentive and quick to grasp the issue at hand. Very solution-oriented.’
  • ‘They are updated on the latest labour law developments and have a practical approach to solving the issues that arise.’
  • 'Good and deep knowledge in their field of expertise.’
  • ‘Bruun & Hjejle's labour law and employment law team stands out as a truly exceptional legal practice, distinguished by its deep expertise, collaborative ethos, and forward-thinking approach. What makes this team unique is its ability to combine rigorous legal analysis with a pragmatic understanding of commercial realities—an invaluable asset for any client navigating complex legal landscapes.’
  • ‘Working with Flemming Strømme Martinusen has been a standout experience. Flemming operates at an exceptionally high professional standard. His legal advice is not only technically sound and well-reasoned, but also remarkably attuned to the practical realities of our organisation.'

Key clients

  • Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)
  • Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP)
  • Kerry Group
  • PensionDanmark
  • Omada
  • Dansk Landbrugs Grovvareselskab a.m.b.a.
  • Coloplast A/S
  • Vexve Group Oy
  • CapMan Hotels II FCP-RAIF
  • Arbejdernes Landsbank
  • Urban Partners
  • Kering Eyewear

Work highlights

Advising listed global taste and nutrition player, Kerry Group, on their Danish employment issues, including in connection with management and leadership team organisation as well as extensive other employment advice.
Served as legal advisor for PensionDanmark in connection with the succession within the management of the company, including the resignation of the CEO, the hiring of the new CEO, and the hiring of the interim CEO.
Advised Copenhagen Offshore Partners (COP) as lead counsel in connection with a wide range of employment matters and transactional projects across multiple jurisdictions.

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Practice head

Elise Ross-Hansen; Flemming Strømme Martinussen