Labour Law Advisor

Business:
Global Shared Services
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
3794
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

We are seeking a Labour Law Advisor to the Nordic region in the business area Global Shared Services (GSS)!

In this role you will be a part of our HR Advisory team in the Nordics. We support leadership and managers in a region with 4,500 employees in 6 countries. The team consists of HR Advisors, Labour Law Advisors and Talent Acquisition Specialists who deliver HR advisory services to our internal customers, enabling them to achieve their business goals. 

For DNV, it is important to be compliant, have good processes at the individual level and have good cooperation with the unions.

As a Labour Law Advisor, you will work with both collective and individual employment law. In your role you will:

  • Work closely with key stakeholders across business areas and have a voice in strategic processes and key business decisions in DNV
  • Ensure labour law and HR compliance in the Nordic countries
  • Give advice on labour law and union issues to leaders and HR on all management levels in the Nordic countries
  • Give advice on labour law in merger and acquisition processes, both in due diligence and post-merger integration
  • Manage and support negotiations (e.g. salary adjustment and revision of tariff agreements)
  • Organize and conduct consultations with unions
  • Build and maintain good relations with employee representatives
  • Contribute to Nordic and global projects 

What we offer

Reasons to work with us:

  • Attractive rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 6 weeks annual vacation, subsidized canteen, competitive pension, insurance, and parental leave agreement, in addition to a global profit share scheme.
  • Work/life balance. We offer flexible working hours and workplace, with focus on work/life balance for our employees.
  • Supportive and caring culture. Our international culture embodies diverse colleagues who value teamwork and inclusion across business areas and borders. We offer opportunities for our employees to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, throws after-works and informal meetings all year long for you to join.
  • Career and development. DNV offers extensive possibilities to grow and develop your competencies and career ambitions. We have a strong company culture with emphasis on growth mindset, knowledge sharing, and professional and personal development.
  • Our values “we care, we share, we dare” characterize how we work and behave towards each other and our customers. By joining DNV you become part of a world-leading company whose purpose is to safeguard life, property, and the environment.
  • Our Høvik office is located in beautiful surroundings by the sea and can offer access to sailboats, kayaks, tennis courts etc. We have more than 30 activity groups for you to join, as well as gym facilities and a kindergarten located on our premises. It is also worth noting that we offer free parking and shuttle buses to and from Skøyen, Lysaker and Sandvika.

In 2023 we were ranked Norway’s most attractive employer by Randstad, due to great people and our supportive environment.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity. Application deadline: March 7h at 23.59 CET. We will review applicants on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you not to wait until the deadline to apply.  

If you have any questions, kindly reach out to Ingvild Solli (Labour Law Advisor), email: ingvild.Solli@dnv.com or by phone: +47 48954577.

About you

To maximize your chances, you should:

  • Hold a Master of Law degree
  • Have minimum 5 years’ experience in the labour law field
  • Have experience in handling union relations and collective agreements
  • Demonstrate good legal understanding
  • Possess a good business understanding and are solution oriented
  • Are experienced in planning and conducting negotiations in complex organizations
  • Can lead change projects and processes
  • Possess analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
  • Have professional proficiency in both Norwegian and English language

Benefits

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require. Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.