Planning the expansion of your remote team into Germany can be daunting, but with the right approach, it can be a smooth and rewarding process. At Teamed, we make global employment a breeze.
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We manage your international payroll & local contracts - 100% compliant & hassle free.
You've found the talent and are ready to hire them as a Spanish employee or a contractor. This is where Teamed as your Employer of Record (EOR) can hire and pay the talent for you.
After meeting with our hiring experts, you'll have a simulation with the specific employment costs calculated and a Master Service Agreement (MSA) to sign.
Time for your onboarding call with your own customer success manager. During this stage you'll get access to the Teamed platform and you will have an opportunity to ask any questions.
We onboard your employee and take them through the contract. We facilitate and concerns or questions.
Your employee is now ready to start working in their new role in your business.
Please read through our frequently asked questions regarding hiring in Germany. We've listed the most common questions and answers below.
Work-related incapacity due to sickness or injury of 6 weeks at 100% of salary.
Understanding your rights and obligations during parenting and maternity leave is crucial for both employees and employers. Here's a simplified overview to guide you through the key points:
Parental Leave: Up to 36 months available until the child turns 8, with the first 12 months before the child is 3.
Salary Policy During Maternity Leave: Employees need to be paid their full salary, minus a portion paid by the health insurance. This can be fully reclaimed by employers including social security contributions from the health insurance.
Part-Time Work: Employees may work part-time during parental leave.
Employment Protection: Safeguarded against dismissal under the Employment Protection Act during leave.
Maternity Leave: Includes 6 weeks pre-delivery (optional work) and 8 weeks post-delivery (no work allowed), with special rules for various circumstances.
Employees are entitled to 20 working days of annual leave plus 9 public holidays. However employers most commonly offer 25 days annual leave
In Germany, the exceptional quality of the healthcare system often means that many businesses forego providing an extra health insurance plan.
Universal Availability: It's imperative to provide access to the private pension scheme for all employees, ensuring inclusivity and compliance.
Salary Deduction Option: Employees have the option to contribute a portion of their gross salary directly to their pension fund. Importantly, social security contributions are not required on this deducted portion, offering a tax-efficient saving opportunity.
Our team can build custom benefits packages based on the specific needs of our customers whilst ensuring that the benefits will stay 100% compliant.
During probation, there is a 2-week notice period for termination. Following probation, the notice period for the employee is 1 month, terminating at the end of the month, while the employer's notice period increases incrementally.
Both parties can mutually agree on longer notice periods, provided they are more advantageous for the employee. For instance, if the employer desires a 3-month notice period, they must also offer a 3-month notice period to the employee.
In Germany, married couples have the flexibility to choose how they're taxed. You can opt for:
Joint Taxation: The go-to choice for around 90% of couples. It typically offers more benefits under most circumstances.
Separate Taxation: Suitable for specific situations where it might be more advantageous.Tax classes play a crucial role in determining your tax obligations and potential benefits.
Our team of country experts can support you once you have onboarded with Teamed.
At Teamed, we streamline the termination process in Germany, ensuring compliance with country laws and applicable agreements. Our tailored support includes:
Efficient Communication: Leading termination discussions and facilitating agreements with professionalism and empathy.
Navigating Complex Laws: Expert handling of individual dismissals and company-wide redundancies, with special attention to local requirements.
Managing Dismissals: Guidance on different types of dismissals, including severance calculations and formal procedures.
Financial and Legal Precision: Accurate final settlements and seamless handling of statutory requirements, ensuring a dignified exit process.
"During a tough time, Teamed was our anchor. They guided us through the complexities of downsizing with empathy and expertise." Shivani, from Pixelynx
We're sorry that we can't sponsor visas in Germany right now, but don't worry!
We can provide contracts and proof of employment to aid the application, please ask our global employment experts for further details.
At Teamed, transparency is paramount. We pride ourselves on never imposing additional fees. That means no extra FX fees, no additional onboarding fees—just clear, upfront pricing. What we agree upon is precisely what you'll pay.
Your first invoice will be issued during the month your first employee/contractors has been onboarded. This means that if an employee starts on the 12th of February, the first invoice will be issued by the end of February.
Our standard procedure involves requesting a deposit from our customers, typically equivalent to the employee's first month's salary, as a precautionary measure. This practice ensures our ability to consistently fulfil our legal obligation to pay employees promptly.
With Teamed, you'll get one invoice in one currency with itemised list by employees. Your employees and contractors get paid in their local currencies.
Julia Mardell
Operations Director, Classic Folios
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