| Country | Germany |
| Work Time | The standard work week is usually 35 to 40 hours, with the most common schedule being 5 days a week, 7 to 8 hours a day, including a lunch break. Employees can work a maximum of 48 hours per week |
| Probation | In Germany, the probationary period is usually 6 months. During the probationary period, the employer may terminate the contract at any time without providing a reason. However, if the termination of the contract is due to discrimination or other illegal behavior, the employer may face legal action. |
| Types of Employment | There are mainly various forms of full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, internship, and freelance employment |
| Resignation regulations | In Germany, termination of contracts must follow strict procedures. If an employer wants to dismiss an employee, written notice must be provided and there must be a valid reason. These reasons may include poor employee performance, poor company financial condition, or company restructuring. In addition, Germany also sets a notice period for employees, which is determined by the length of time they work in the company. If an employee wishes to resign, written notice must be provided and the termination notice period must be followed. If employees fail to comply with the notification deadline, they may face fines. |
| Labor Contract | 1. Job responsibilities and positions 2. Salaries and Benefits 3. Working hours and leave 4. Probationary period 5. Conditions and Procedures for Termination of Contract Employment contracts in Germany are usually signed in writing and must be signed before employees start working. In addition, German labor law stipulates that employees must receive a written contract within one month of joining the company. |
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