lønramme

A lønramme, or wage framework, is a structured system for determining remuneration for employees within a sector or organization. It provides a framework for how salaries are set, adjusted, and progressed over time. A typical lønramme includes pay bands or salary steps, a description of corresponding job grades, base pay ranges, and rules for supplementation, such as allowances for qualifications, seniority, or special responsibilities. It may also define criteria for progression, performance-based increases, and annual adjustments tied to inflation or market development.

In Denmark, lønrammes are commonly established through collective agreements between employers and trade unions, particularly in the public sector and in many state and municipal contexts, as well as in parts of the private sector. The system aims to create transparency and comparability across similar roles and to support budget planning. Job evaluation methods determine which positions belong to which bands, while market benchmarking helps set the level within bands.

Organizations may operate a strict, narrow band system with precise steps, or broader bands allowing more discretion for individual salary decisions. When new roles emerge or market conditions change, the lønramme is typically revised through negotiation or internal policy updates. The term emphasizes structure and consistency in pay, rather than ad hoc salary setting.