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.

Step 01
Analysis
Clarify Requirements
Initially, we discuss your requirements, the scope of deployment, and the desired duration together.
Step 02
Matching
Propose Candidates
Based on this coordination, we propose suitable candidates. You receive a clear selection.
Step 03
Contact
Meet & Interview
You decide who you would like to meet. We coordinate the interviews and support you throughout.
Step 04
Selection
Your Selection
After the introductions, you decide which candidate should be deployed.
Step 05
Onboarding
Hiring & Start
We hire the employee and handle all formal steps required for their start.
Step 06
Support
Ongoing Support
Throughout the entire deployment, we remain your dedicated point of contact for all matters.
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
01

Entry through temp staffing

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

onboarding
02

Trial phase & performance

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

planning
03

Cost-efficiency

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

the goal
04

Win-Win solution

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

TEMPORARY STAFFING SOLUTIONS

Flexibility without the Risk.The  Triangle ofTemporary Staffing

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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.

→ 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
Purchaser
Procurement Manager
Category Manager
Sourcing Specialist
Office Manager
Administrative Assistent
Facility Manager 
Project Administrator
Hospitality & Event
Service specialists
Service assistants 
Fair hostesses
Cooks
Banquet staff
Bar staff 
Housekeeping
Reception
Management
Accounting
Reservation