Work B1

Check employment contract before signing

Key points in the contract: probationary period, working hours, vacation, salary and termination rules.

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What is that?

The employment contract bindingly determines how your employment relationship is organized.

Where do I do that?

If anything is unclear: works council, union or specialist advice.

Required documents

  • ID card
  • Steuer-ID (tax identification number)
  • Social Security Number
  • Bank details

Typical costs

No contract costs; Depending on the position, advice may be chargeable.

Note: Costs may vary by state or city.

Progress

  1. 1 Read the draft contract in its entirety
  2. 2 Check salary and overtime rules
  3. 3 Check vacation days
  4. 4 Clarify questions in writing

Important German words & sentences

die Probezeit - Anfangsphase des Arbeitsverhältnisses
Die Überstunden - Arbeit über reguläre Zeit hinaus
Der Bruttolohn - Gehalt vor Abzügen
Wie werden Überstunden vergütet?
Wie viele Urlaubstage habe ich pro Jahr?

Common mistakes

  • • Verbal promises without written confirmation are risky.

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