At least 14 percent of all patent applications developed in Germany now originate from inventors with foreign roots, with Indians, and women, making particularly dynamic contributions.
If you're looking for a new job in Germany, or want to relocate, you may be wondering about which resources to turn to. We've compiled an overview of the best websites and advice for finding find English-speaking jobs.
As the labour shortage in Germany worsens, the federal cabinet has given the go-ahead for a new agency that would make it easier – and faster – for more skilled migrants to come and live in Germany.
Foreign nationals in Germany on a work permit can feel uniquely threatened by the prospect of losing their job, as it may also result in losing permission to stay in the country. Here's the scoop on how long you can stay and what you can do.
Foreign doctors, dentists, pharmacists, and midwives who want to work in Germany face a long bureaucratic process to see their qualifications recognised. Now the government aims to speed up the process.
Germany’s pension system rests on three pillars – a state pension, anything private you've set up for yourself, and extra contributions your employer might make as part of your company savings plan. Here’s how it works if your workplace is topping up your pension.
Executive pay rose in Germany in 2024, along with the gap in wages between executives and employees. But the difference remains less dramatic than in some other countries, partly as a result of Germany’s ‘Schallmauer’.
Germans working in tech tend to make less money than Americans and Brits, but more than tech workers in France and India. Here are the highest paid tech development and engineering roles according to a recent survey.
It takes well over two months for companies to fill positions in Germany and in some industries it takes even longer, according to a new report. How long does it take to get hired, and how steep is the competition in different industries?
While employees in Germany are entitled to maternity leave and maternity pay, freelancers have to navigate a different set of rules and considerations.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said he would like to allow working senior citizens to earn up to €2,000 a month tax free. The move comes in response to the ballooning costs of Germany's pension system.
You don't always have to study at university to land a lucrative job. These seven jobs all have healthy salaries and don't require years of training, making them ideal options for non-graduates or career changers.
Whether it's parental leave, sick leave, or a sabbatical - there are plenty of situations where you might be off work in Germany for an extended period of time.
Germany’s startup ecosystem is experiencing strong growth in some new regions as well as established hotspots. So where have the most startups been founded in the last six months?
More and more people earn significant income from content creation and related marketing activities. Here's what to know about how that income is taxed in Germany.
Workers in Germany enjoy the 4th best work-life balance in the world according to a recent analysis. Which benefits account for the country's high ranking?
With temperatures in the 30s expected in Germany this week, you might be wondering how hot is too hot to go to work or even to work from home? Here’s what workers should know.
Moving to Germany as a freelancer can be a great way to get started, but there are hurdles to clear when applying for the visa. From gathering letters of intent to securing official appointments, Becca Warner outlines what you need to know about the process.
There are lots of great reasons to study in Germany, but which subjects – and which universities – will give you the best chance of landing a secure and well-paid job?
Applying for jobs is never simple but it can feel even more difficult in a foreign country when you’re unfamiliar with the language and job market. In a bid to make the process easier, The Local asked recruitment experts for their best tips to successfully apply for a job in Germany.
There's a lot to know about getting paid and paying taxes as a freelancer in Germany and it starts with sending your first invoice. Here's everything that should be included.
