German EOR ・ Based in Germany
Employ in Germany.
Without the entity.
We employ your team in Germany under compliant local contracts, payroll, social security, and employer-of-record structures.
Fully AUG Licensed. Germany-based. Guided Onboarding within 24 Hours.
Custom Contracts
drafted by our inhouse legal experts, not automated templates.
599€
Monthly EoR Fee. No Hidden Cost, simple & transparent pricing.
Built for Germany
Berlin-based EOR services designed specifically for the German market.
GVP Member
Germany’s leading employer association ensuring full compliance
EcoVadis Gold
Repeatedly awarded for excellence in ethical business & sustainability.
EOR - Made in GermanyWhat we handle on your behalf
As a German provider based in Germany, we handle the operational layers that matter under German employment law — from contracts and payroll to social insurance and local compliance.
Employment Contracts
Employment contracts are drafted manually by in-house legal experts — not generated from templates.
German Payroll
Payroll is administered locally with all tax and reporting requirements handled within Germany.
Statutory Registration
Registrations and mandatory filings are managed directly across German social insurance institutions.
AÃœG Compliance
Structured within the legal framework required for compliant Employer of Record operations in Germany.
Why the details matter in Germany
Some parts of employing in Germany are simply more specific than they look at first — especially when it comes to contracts, social insurance, and legal structure.
Temporary Staffing Act
In Germany, the legal classification of the Employer of Record model matters. German case law has established that these structures may fall within the scope of employee leasing. worknow operates within the required legal framework and holds the necessary AÃœG authorization.
Mandatory Social Insurance
Employment in Germany requires statutory registration across the social insurance system, including health insurance, pension, unemployment, and nursing care. Employer contributions typically range between 22–25% of gross salary.
Contract Requirements
German employment contracts require more than translated templates. Core provisions such as notice periods, working time, paid leave, and post-termination clauses must be drafted to be enforceable under German law.
A clear path to hiring in Germany
From the first conversation to active employment, we guide the process directly — with clear steps, local expertise, and no unnecessary complexity.
Initial conversation
We discuss your hiring plans, the role, your timeline, and whether you already have a candidate in mind.
Contract and setup
We prepare the employment setup and draft the contract under German law — tailored to the role and your hiring structure.
Employee onboarding
Your hire signs with worknow as legal employer, and we take care of payroll setup and the required registrations.
The advantages of working with us
Some parts of employing in Germany are simply more specific than they look at first — especially when it comes to contracts, social insurance, and legal structure.
No German Entity Required
You can hire in Germany through worknow without setting up your own local company. We act as the legal employer on the ground.
Implementation Without Delay
Once the key details are in place, employment can usually be set up quickly and without unnecessary process overhead.
Clear Employer Cost Structure
Employer social contributions in Germany typically range between 22–25% of gross salary, depending on the individual setup.
Direct, Knowledgeable Support
You work directly with a team focused on German employment — not through layered support structures.
Pragmatic Handling of Timelines
Statutory registrations can be completed within the applicable timeframe after employment begins, if start dates need to move quickly.
No Long Setup Process
The process is typically handled through a focused implementation rather than lengthy procurement or platform rollout.
Calculate your costs!
Cost Summary
Detailed monthly cost estimation for Germany.
Commercial Setup
EoR Service Fee
Flat fee of €599 per month. Full payroll, admin and compliance handled.
Statutory Costs
Employer contributions (approx. 22-24%) are passed through 1:1 at cost.
What’s Included
- → Custom drafted employment contracts
- → Monthly payroll & tax filings
- → Social Security Registration
- → Vacation & Sick Leave Administration
- → Full personal support
- → Guided onboarding
EoR — Made in Germany.
Global platforms offer standardized workflows. We offer German precision. At worknow, we don’t just operate in Germany — we are built on its legal foundations. By focusing exclusively on one jurisdiction, we ensure that your local employment is managed with the depth of expertise that the German market demands. hat also matters on the employee side. Having a local employer, with people who understand the system and can respond directly, creates a very different experience than being part of a remote, multi-country setup.
Global Platforms &
Standardized
Services.
→ Indirect support via ticketing systems and rotating contacts
→ One-size-fits-all legal frameworks across multiple markets
→ Compliance typically addressed only when issues arise
→ Limited accountability due to distributed ownership structures
Direct.
Local.
Personal.
Germany is not a plug-and-play market. It requires deep local expertise, not just software and templates. We operate with dedicated in-house specialists who understand German labor law and AÃœG requirements with full ownership.
599€ fixed fee
AUG Lisensed
Clear, fair and
transparent pricing.
✔︎ No hidden Fees
✔︎ One-time onboarding & offboarding fees
✔︎ Flexible cancellation policy
Employer of Record Services
599 Euro
per employee / month
â—‰ Custom Contract
â—‰ Guided onboarding
â—‰ Tax & social security registration
â—‰ Monthly Payroll
â—‰ Flexible cancellation policy
â—‰ No fixed term contract
â—‰ Dedicated personal contact
â—‰ Direct phone support
â—‰ Benefits administration
Pricing breakdown:
EoR Fee: 599 Euro per month / employee
Onboarding Fee: 199 Euro (one-time) | Offboarding Fee 199 Euro (one-time)
What our partners say
Real stories from global companies expanding to Germany with worknow.
"Working with our dedicated contact at worknow has been an absolute pleasure. The collaboration is consistently friendly, highly professional, and remarkably smooth for our entire team."
"We were initially concerned about the administrative burden of German employment. However, worknow handled everything for us—fast, efficient, and with a very personable and supportive touch."
"Everything runs like clockwork. worknow even found an excellent solution for providing a company car to our local employee, proving they can handle even the most specific and unique requirements."
FAQs
- Mileage Reimbursement: We process tax-free travel expenses according to German statutory rates.
- Private Leasing: Your employee arranges a private or long-term rental, which you then subsidize via our payroll system.
Ready to hire in Germany?
Skip the ticket systems and global call centers. Speak directly with our German-based experts to build your compliant local setup today.
Schlüterstrasse 37
D-10629 Berlin
+49 (0) 30 887 212 02
info@w-now.de