Outlook 2027 – TechSverige’s Labor Law and Industry Day
As a tech employer, what do you need to keep an eye on right now, and what challenges lie ahead?
On December 1, TechSverige invites member companies to an afternoon event where we’ll review the year in labor law, highlight current employer issues, and look ahead to 2027. The event is intended for CEOs and those who work in HR or handle employer-related matters at a tech company.
This afternoon, we’ll take a look at this year’s most significant rulings from the Labor Court and the Court of Justice of the European Union and provide an up-to-date overview of the Pay Transparency Directive and the legislative process in Sweden. We’ll also look ahead to the 2027 collective bargaining round and other issues that will be important for tech employers in the coming year.
The afternoon will conclude with the launch of TechSverige’s new report , *The Swedish Tech Industry 2026*, which provides an up-to-date picture of the industry’s development, as well as the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. This will be followed by a networking session with industry colleagues.
Welcome to an afternoon of the latest insights, future trends, and valuable networking opportunities with others in the tech industry.
Program
The program is updated on an ongoing basis.
1:00 p.m. Welcome to an afternoon event for tech employers!
Åsa Zetterberg, CEO of TechSverige, will kick off the afternoon and address some of the issues currently at the top of the employers’ agenda. Moderators: Frida Faxborn, economic policy expert at TechSverige, and Jenny Moberg, labor law attorney and head of TechSverige’s Northern Region.
1:15 p.m. Labor Law in Flux—News, New Legislation, and Case Law
What changes in labor law do you, as an employer, need to be aware of?
TechSverige’s labor law attorneys, Ebba Svenburg and Olivia Onwuta, review current changes in labor law, highlight relevant rulings from the Labor Court and the European Court of Justice in 2026, and explain what they mean in practice for employers.
2:00 p.m. When Security Begins as Early as the Recruitment Process—The Legal Basis for Background Checks
Background checks and security screenings are becoming increasingly important for many organizations. But what legal issues arise in connection with background checks and security screenings? Veronica Johansson, a litigation and employment law attorney at TechSverige, clarifies the most important employment law and privacy-related issues.
2:30 p.m. Coffee break and networking with TechSverige
2:50 p.m. People—Asset and Risk: From Screening to Security Interview
Employees are a business’s most important asset, but the human factor can also pose safety risks. As an employer, how can you identify and prevent these risks?
Mattias Engström from Vergenta shares insights and practical advice on what employers should be aware of, how risks can be identified early on, and how to conduct a security interview effectively.
3:30 p.m. Pay Transparency—Where Do We Stand Now?
Pay transparency continues to be an important issue for employers. What are the latest developments, and how might they affect efforts related to pay and pay structures?
TechSverige’s labor law attorney, Siri Åhlman, and deputy chief negotiator, Lisa Eriksson, provide an up-to-date overview of the current situation and guide you through what these developments mean for employers, with a focus on salary setting, salary surveys, and salary structures.
3:50 p.m. Looking Ahead to the 2027 Collective Bargaining Round—What Lies Ahead?
As an employer, what do you need to be aware of ahead of the next round of collective bargaining?
TechSverige’s chief negotiator, Einar Humlin, and deputy chief negotiator, Lisa Eriksson, provide an update on the current situation and look ahead to the issues and conditions that may be significant for employers in the tech industry ahead of the 2027 collective bargaining round.
16.10 Conclusion and Summary
We’ll summarize the afternoon’s key insights and reflections, focusing on what you, as an employer, can take back to your organization.
16:15 Networking and industry trends
We’ll continue the afternoon with an opportunity to network, share experiences, and meet other employers in the tech industry. Afterward, we’ll present our latest report,“The Swedish Tech Industry in 2026,” which offers insights into the industry’s development and future prospects.
Practical information
When: Tuesday, December 1
Times:
1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | TechSverige Outlook 2027
An afternoon focusing on current labor law issues and what employers need to be aware of as we look ahead to 2027.
Starting at 4:30 p.m. | Networking and launch of TechSverige’s report *The Swedish Tech Industry 2026*
If you’d like, you can stay and learn more about*The Swedish Tech Industry 2026*.
Where: Industrisalen, Näringslivets Hus, Storgatan 19
Price:995 SEK per person
Multiple participants from the same company: 895 SEK per person
Limited number of spots. Exclusive to TechSverige members.