Over 140,000 automotive manufacturing jobs are expected to be cut over the coming decade in Germany, a new study has found. But this is only half the story, as new jobs are being added in related sectors, an employment expert says.
Ailing auto giant Volkswagen plans to close at least three factories in Germany and cut "tens of thousands of jobs" at its namesake brand as part of a drastic cost-savings plan, workers' representatives said Monday.
The ability to get a sick note from your doctor with a phone call has been praised as a rare success among the German government’s efforts to reduce bureaucracy. So why does the Finance Minister suggest walking it back?
Germany has passed a new law to digitalise employment contracts and other official work documents from 2025. What do the upcoming changes mean for workers?
The bustling port city of Hamburg is a popular choice for foreigners looking to settle in Germany. But what kind of salaries can they expect - and how high is the cost of living?
The German government has agreed on plans to toughen up long-term unemployment benefits - Bürgergeld - as part of the 2025 budget. The latest draft includes a €1,000 conditional bonus for those who take up a job.
The move to all-day care in schools is likely to ease the burden on parents, but unions warn it could also exacerbate Germany's dire teacher shortages.
With so many top employers around the country, Germany is a great place for a career. Certain companies offer more attractive perks for young professionals than others, a new survey has revealed.
Gloomy economic news and the threat of job cuts at big German automakers have sparked fears that a recession could be around the corner. The Local spoke with economy and labour experts to find out how it will affect the job market.
Cologne, Düsseldorf and the surrounding areas attract many internationals who move to Germany. We look at what you can expect for salaries and jobs in the region.
According to a media report, Germany's troubled carmaker Volkswagen could cut tens of thousands of jobs as part of savings measures. However the firm has not confirmed this figure.
A number of German cities have been rebranded as 'digital hubs' aimed at startups and business who specialise in everything from fintech to e-mobility. But where are the digital hubs - and what can they offer Germany's entrepreneurs?
In a move to encourage skilled immigration into the country, Germany has signed two new migration pacts with Kenya and Uzbekistan. Which countries have similar deals with Germany - and what do they mean?
Unions are not ruling out strike action if talks over a new pay deal for workers at Volkswagen fail this month. This comes after the German auto giant threatened to cut jobs at home and close factories.
Germany's tax rules can be confusing, but understanding them is essential if you want to make sure you're paying the right amount. Here's what to expect from your German tax bill and how it's calculated.
Volkswagen, Europe's biggest carmaker, has cancelled a long-standing job-protection deal and is mulling closing factories in Germany as it attempts to cut costs. Here's what we know so far – and who could be affected.
Volkswagen has axed an agreement protecting jobs in Germany that had been in place three decades, as the ailing auto titan pushes ahead with a controversial cost-cutting plan.
Germany’s bigger cities are home to some of the best-paying jobs and also some of the highest living expenses. The Local has crunched the numbers on what’s considered a good wage in the nation's capital compared to the Bavaria's capital.
The years of the coronavirus pandemic prompted a radical shake-up of our working lives. Many months later, are companies in Germany still happy to let their employees work from home?
Transport companies are turning to student workers to fill staff shortages. In Mannheim and other cities around Germany, they hope to attract students with flexible schedules and good pay.
