Frequently asked questions

APPLYING FOR A POSITION

What should I do if I can’t find an opportunity that matches my skills?
Don’t worry. We are constantly looking for talented new employees, and we welcome unsolicited applications.

You can send your unsolicited application by clicking on the "unsolicited" vacancy within your field on our Vacancies page.

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How soon can I expect to learn if I’m being considered for the position that I have applied for?
It is important that you always note the application deadline – it is placed on the right side of the vacancy.

Once the recruiting Manager or Director has been through all applications, we will inform you whether you are considered for the position or not. Please note that it can take up to three weeks after application deadline.

If you have questions, you are always welcome to contact the recruiting Manager or Director. You will find the contact details on the bottom of the vacancy.
Can I receive job posting notifications?
We post all our vacancies on LinkedIn. So if you follow us on this platform, you will constantly be updated about what is going on at DC and our current career opportunities.

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Should I submit my CV with every position I apply for?
Each Manager or Director is responsible for the recruitment for their individual team. You should always follow the application instructions and include the CV every time.
Do you require years of experience, or do you hire directly from educational institutions?
We are always looking for both graduates and experienced people. We believe a mix between juniors and seniors generates an organisation that creates value – with room for personal and professional development.
Can I apply for a job outside my home country?
You are encouraged to apply for all of our positions, regardless of which country you’re from. We have offices in Aarhus, Hamburg, London and Istanbul – and you can always see on the vacancy for which office we are looking for people.

WORKING AT DANSKE COMMODITIES

What is the organisation’s policy on flexible working?
People are our greatest asset and in DC we do whatever we can to meet the needs of our employees. Therefore, DC has a very flexible working environment where we always try to find the solution that fits you (and your family), your team and the organisation.

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Where does Danske Commodities have offices?
Danske Commodities is an international company who has activities all over Europe. Right now, we have offices in Istanbul, Hamburg and London - besides our headquarter in Aarhus, Denmark. The office in Aarhus is the primary location for our trading activities and 80% of our employees are located here.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

How will I continue to grow as a professional?
At Danske Commodities, we expect our people to take responsibility. Your tasks will vary and no two days are alike. You and your colleagues will come up with new ideas, and you will have the opportunity and influence to drive your own projects and develop new potential business areas and/or processes.
What kind of training/development can I expect in DC?
When you start working in DC, it is mandatory to take part in our introduction programme that introduces you to the basics of DC’s core business.

We also have many different training programmes to develop you with the purpose of making you stretch and grow your skills; SQL programming, VBA, Danish course for internationals and more.

LIFE IN DANSKE COMMODITIES

What is Danske Commodities' approach to diversity and inclusiveness?
Danske Commodities is a very diverse organisation, and we have a stern focus on having an environment where everybody is and feels welcomed and included. We believe that diversity is important for the successful organisation. We are more than 25 different nationalities in DC. The benefit is obvious: it ensures a diverse and international work environment which enables our people to support the business and meet the customer in their local environment.
What is the social life like in the office?
We have a very informal tone and we establish networks across many different interests.

A wide range of different activities are offered in Danske Commodities, so there should be an opportunity for everyone to find a social activity to participate in. Attending our Friday Bars is just one way to get to know your new colleagues.

You can also participate in one of our regular DC Sports activities such as badminton, various runs, beach volley, football tournaments etc.
What is Danske Commodities' approach towards environmental sustainability?
We believe that corporate social responsibility (CSR) is essential for long-term value creation. We want our CSR initiatives – based on our values – to make a direct difference. And we are serious about it, too. We evaluate potential projects and calculate the positive effects for society, making sure that we create the biggest impact possible.

We prioritise the development and planning of our day-to-day operations and future growth platform with due care and consideration of our social and environmental footprint.
What’s in it for me?
You get the chance to stretch and expand your skills no matter where in your professional career you are. We promise you a work place where no two days are alike and where the work environment and culture is unique.