Content
Setting the scene in general: What is so different about Germany and German laws:
- The German social security system.
- The Civil law systems.
Hiring of employees
- Employees status or contractor.
- Reference letters.
- Job adverts.
The employment contracts
- Time limited or unlimited term, part-time or full time.
- Minimum wage.
- Probation.
- Notice periods.
- Working time regulations.
- Restrictive covenants.
Day to day employment management
- Performance management.
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures.
- Sickness leave.
- Discrimination .
Working with the Works Council
- Formation of the Works Council.
- Co-determination in relation to human resources matters.
- Co-determination in relation to social matters.
- Co-determination in relation to economic matters.
Termination
- Unfair dismissal protection and reasons for termination.
- Case study: Larger scale redundancy.
- Processes and procedures.
Employment court proceedings
- Procedures.
- Made and Outcome.
- Costs.
Online Learning Platform
Once you have registered, you will be able to access your online learning platform, including extra materials for consolidating what you have learned.
Benefits
This seminar ….
- contains a practical introduction to German employment law.
- will highlight important differences between German employment law and in particular the UK and the US laws provides you with lots of practical examples.
Methods
Practice-oriented seminar with case studies, discussion of practical cases and exchange of experience.
Recommended for
Specialists and managers in the HR department and the legal department with personnel responsibility.
Seminar Reviews of „Deutsches Arbeitsrecht in englischer Sprache“
Start dates and details
Wednesday, 12.02.2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The stated participation fee includes a group lunch per full seminar day, refreshments during breaks and extensive course handouts. The participant must settle accommodation costs directly with the hotel. Regarding the booking of the hotel, you will find a reservation form in your online learning platform.
Tuesday, 08.04.2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday, 31.07.2025
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The stated participation fee includes a group lunch per full seminar day, refreshments during breaks and extensive course handouts. The participant must settle accommodation costs directly with the hotel. Regarding the booking of the hotel, you will find a reservation form in your online learning platform.
The stated participation fee includes a group lunch per full seminar day, refreshments during breaks and extensive course handouts. The participant must settle accommodation costs directly with the hotel. Regarding the booking of the hotel, you will find a reservation form in your online learning platform.