Germany is consistently ranked as a top destination for freelancers and digital nomads. But being self-employed can make finding the right bank a challenge.
Starting on April 1st, German companies impacted by changes in the economy can access government funding so that their employees can embark on further training.
A regulation has come into effect that requires employers to track working time for all of their employees on a daily basis. But will the law truly bolster workers' rights or just become an annoyance to employers and employees alike?
A new study shows that many working from home policies in Germany, introduced during the Covid-19 pandemic, are sticking around - even as some bosses call their employees back to the office.
Starting this March, Germany has made it easier for international students to earn money alongside their studies. Here's what students and apprentices need to know about the changes.
The German government wants to stabilise pension payments going forward, and slow down the expected increase in pension contributions at the same time. Here's what you need to know.
Almost every second self-employed person in Germany is currently complaining about a lack of assignments, according to a new survey from the Munich-based Ifo Institute.
German career coach Chris Pyak says he and other career coaches have noticed an upward trend in skilled professionals looking to leave eastern Germany due to racism.
Workers in Germany don't need to feel guilty for taking breaks on the job - in fact daily rest time is regulated by law. Here are the rules for clocking out before the day is done.
Bavaria is no doubt a beautiful state with a strong economy, but can be a hard place for non-German speakers to integrate. The Local takes a look at job opportunities in Germany’s southeastern 'Free State.'
Following a dip in infections around the turn of the year, flu and respiratory illness rates are spiking again. Thankfully German labour laws ensure that workers have plenty of opportunity to take time off when they are sick.
Nowadays, more people than ever enjoy remote working arrangements that allow them to relocate anywhere in the world. If you're a digital nomad looking to travel to or live in Germany, here's what you'll need to know.
Wage violations are on the rise as some employers look to cut expenses in a time of rising costs. But federal law guarantees a basic compensation level for all workers in Germany. What are your rights?
German author and career coach Chris Pyak spoke with The Local about ongoing changes in the German labour market, and how foreigners can improve their chances of getting hired.
Under new proposals from German Labour Minister Hubertus Heil (SPD), unemployed people who refuse to accept jobs will see their benefits scrapped for up to two months.
Germany's stagnating GDP made 2023 a difficult year to get hired, with a number of the country's bigger firms announcing hiring freezes. The Local takes a look at what job seekers in Germany can expect in 2024.
Germany has a slew of official 'Feiertage' (public holidays) at both the state and national level. Here's what to know to plan your long weekends and getaways in the coming year.
Losing a job can be a scary experience - especially for people living in Germany on a work-based permit. Luckily, though, getting laid off doesn't always have to mean getting on the first flight home.
During the pandemic, people in Germany got used to phoning their doctors for a sick note. This system could be brought back sooner than planned as GPs complain of being overwhelmed in their practices.
A new report has revealed that half of all German companies have vacant positions they are unable to fill. Employers say the government should speed up visa processes and make it easier for them to hire non-EU foreigners.
