EXPERT STAFFING SIMPLIFIED

temporary staffing solutions.

Struggling with a staffing shortage? worknow offers lightning-fast employee leasing to connect you with skilled temporary workers. We take care of the entire legal and administrative burden, so you get the expertise you need exactly when you need it—with zero overhead and full flexibility.

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A WIN WIN FOR ALL SIDES

How we hire – step by step

We take responsibility for the entire recruitment process. From the first briefing to successful placement, we work with a clear structure, direct communication, and measurable decisions.

PHASE 01

Recruitment

We start by understanding your reality. Before we search, we listen to understand your role, team setup, and what success really looks like. This ensures we recruit for fit, not just keywords.

PHASE 02

Pre-Selection

Structured screening, not volume. We personally interview all suitable candidates to assess skills, motivation, and cultural fit. Only those who meet your requirements and our quality standards move forward.

PHASE 03

Selection

You meet only candidates we would hire ourselves. We present a small, carefully selected shortlist – no CV flooding. You focus on decision-making, not on filtering.

PHASE 04

Coordination

We manage the process end-to-end. From interview scheduling to feedback loops, we handle coordination transparently and reliably. You always know where the process stands – without chasing updates.

PHASE 05

Onboarding

Clear responsibility from day one. We support contract setup and onboarding to ensure a smooth and compliant start. New hires are ready to perform from their first day.

PHASE 06

Ongoing Support

Recruitment doesn’t end with the signature. We stay involved after placement and remain the point of contact for both client and candidate to increase retention and long-term success.

A WIN-WIN SITUATION FOR ALL SIDES

Temp to Perm Solutions

The ideal employee not only meets the job requirements but also integrates seamlessly into the team. However, how well the fit truly works often only becomes clear over time. That’s why temp-to-perm allows both you and the candidate to get to know each other before transitioning into a permanent employment relationship.

the start

Entry through temp staffing

A flexible combination of temporary and permanent employment with a clear focus on long-term hiring.

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onboarding

Trial phase & performance

An induction period of 3 to 12 months with the flexible option to convert into a full-time position.

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planning

Cost-efficiency

Maximum planning security: Recruitment fees are waived entirely after a maximum of ten months.

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the goal

Win-Win solution

A true benefit for both sides through sustainable placement and shared long-term advantages.

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TEMPORARY STAFFING SOLUTIONS

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Client Company Responsibilities

→ Day-to-day management of the employee
→ Task assignment and prioritisation
→ Performance management and team leadership
→ Business decisions and objectives

✔︎ You manage how the work is done and what the employee works on.

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our Responsibilities

→ Employment contracts under German law
→ Payroll, salary payments, taxes, and social security
→ Statutory benefits and mandatory insurances
→ Compliance, employment changes, and terminations

✔︎ We assume full legal employer responsibility for the employment.

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AUG Licenced

We act as the legal employer, while you retain full operational control over your employees work. All employments are in accordance with the employee leasing model (AÜG) applicable in Germany.

✔︎ We hold the required AUG-Licence from the German Federal Employment Agency.

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Attractive and compliant employment in Germany

All employees hired through worknow are employed under applicable German collective agreements – ensuring legal certainty, fair conditions and a strong employee experience.

Collective Agreement

→ Regulated working hours and compensation

Working hours and remuneration are clearly defined and aligned with German labour regulations. This ensures transparency, predictability and compliance for both employers and employees.

→ Paid vacation above the statutory minimum

Employees receive paid vacation entitlements above the statutory minimum, in line with applicable German collective agreements. This provides additional security and supports long-term retention.

→ Punctual and reliable salary payments

Salaries are paid punctually and well in advance of the due date, ensuring financial reliability and trust for employees.

→ Employment under GVP collective agreements

Temporary staffing employment is based on GVP collective agreements, ensuring standardized conditions, legal certainty and transparent employment frameworks.

→ Personal support from a local employer

Employees are supported directly by a locally established German employer, with a dedicated contact person for all employment-related matters.

Important Information on the German Temporary Employment Act (AÜG)

Since April 1, 2017, the reformed version of the German Temporary Employment Act (Arbeitnehmerüberlassungsgesetz – AÜG) has been in force.
This reform introduced significant changes regarding the use of temporary agency workers – in particular the maximum assignment duration and the equal pay principle. These regulations aim to create greater transparency and ensure fair conditions for all parties involved.

Maximum Assignment Duration

Temporary agency workers are often employed for limited periods. However, in some cases, longer assignments occur. Since the AÜG reform, the assignment of a temporary agency worker to the same client company is limited to a maximum of 18 months.

Once this period has elapsed, there must be an interruption of at least three months and one day before the same individual can be assigned to the company again.
Important: This period applies to the client company, not the specific role — changing positions within the company does not reset the clock.

If the maximum assignment duration is exceeded, a permanent employment relationship between the company and the temporary worker may arise by law.
In certain industries, deviations through collective bargaining agreements are possible — for example, in the metal and electrical industries. In such cases, the maximum assignment duration can be extended to up to 24 or even 48 months.

Equal Pay Principle

The reform also strengthened the equal pay principle:
After nine months of uninterrupted assignment at the same company, temporary agency workers are entitled to the same pay as comparable permanent employees.
This includes not only base salary but also bonuses for shift and weekend work, performance-related bonuses, and special payments such as holiday and Christmas allowances.

In many industries, collective agreements contain individual rules. Here, too, equal pay must be applied no later than after nine months, unless there are specific sectoral agreements providing otherwise.

Penalties for Non-Compliance

iolations of the AÜG can result in significant fines for both the lending agency and the hiring company:

General violations can be fined up to €30,000.
In the case of unlawful deployment as a “strikebreaker,” fines of up to €500,000 may apply.

If a company hires a temporary agency worker through a provider without the required license, the company itself is responsible for verifying the staffing agency’s qualifications and authorization.

Further Information

worknow advocates for clear and practical regulations to make it easier for companies to work with temporary agency workers.
In particular regarding the maximum assignment duration, we support flexible solutions, such as opening clauses that allow for sensible measures like professional training and qualifications.

we specialize in matching candidates with expertise in the following areas:

Data & IT

Process Engineer
System administrator
System administrator
IT Consultant
Web Development
Big Data
Data Science
Business Intelligence

Sales & Services

Sales/Internal Sales
Sales field service
Specialists in technical sales
Customer Service
Salesperson
Sales Manager
Account Manager
Key Account Manager
Business Development
Sales Manager

Procurement & Office