Welcome to Berikelse with Pål Behrens! Change challenges leadership. Workforce reductions and major organizational changes are among the most demanding processes any leader may face.
How can necessary changes be implemented in a way that is legally sound, strategically well-judged, and carried out with genuine responsibility toward people?
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 | 16:00–17:30
Light refreshments and informal networking from 16:00.
The presentation begins at 16:30, followed by continued discussion.
Pål Behrens is an experienced and highly engaging speaker with extensive expertise in employment law. He is a Supreme Court Attorney (H) and Head of Employment Affairs at the Norwegian Finance Sector Union (Finansforbundet). In addition, he serves as an examiner and supervisor at the University of Oslo and has broad experience in teaching and academic guidance. Pål has held several central positions within the Norwegian Bar Association, including Chair of the Oslo Chapter and Deputy Chair of the National Board. His practice covers the full spectrum of employment law.
This executive briefing provides a comprehensive review of how organizations can manage change processes in a professional and responsible manner, with particular focus on workforce reductions. It addresses the legal framework that defines the room for manoeuvre, the strategic considerations that shape direction and reputation, and the importance of constructive collaboration between management and employees throughout the entire process.
For executive leaders and boards, workforce reductions are about more than legal compliance – they concern governance, risk management, and long-term value creation.
Registration: Please RSVP by 12 March 2026 to post@narumpartners.no Venue: Ruseløkkveien 34, House of Oslo, Via Vika, 0251 Oslo