All About Hiring Employees in Germany
Get the information you need to hire in Germany and learn how Justworks EOR can help you streamline international hiring and manage employees abroad.
The Benefits of an EOR for Hiring in Germany
Hiring in Germany doesn’t have to feel like a massive headache. As a global EOR provider, Justworks makes hiring German talent and building your global team seamless and fast. We’ll help manage local HR processes like leave, benefits, payroll, and more.
Our experts offer insight into hiring and managing employees in Germany. With our transparent pricing, you can start with one employee and scale up at your own pace.
Options for Hiring in Germany
Opening Up an Entity
Opening a subsidiary in Germany can be a big hassle, especially for employers making their first hire. It requires deep knowledge of Germany’s strict labor laws and significant time and costs. If you need to hire and get your employee onboarded fast, this likely won’t be the best option.
Drafting Employment Agreements
Though not legally required, employers should consider drafting employment contracts in German to protect themselves from potential litigation. Though not required by law, many German work contracts include a probationary period of up to six months. After this period ends, employers can fire underperforming employees with a two-week notice period. All written employment contracts in Germany should include:
Hours of work
Temporary, permanent, or contracted worker
Salary
Benefits
Vacation
Employment position
Procedure to be followed in the case of termination
If needed: details related to the probationary period
Ready to Hire Confidently in Germany?
Justworks EOR makes building your global team seamless by helping you hire and onboard talent in Germany and beyond more quickly. Save yourself the time and hassle of international hiring today.
