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Hiring in Germany: Why Compliance is Your Biggest Growth Asset

The One Mistake That Costs Thousands in Germany


Growing your team in Germany is exciting, but the rules are strict. The biggest headache for most companies is Scheinselbstständigkeit (freelancer misclassification). It sounds like a mouthful, but it basically means hiring someone as a freelancer when the law says they should be an employee. If you get this wrong, the back-taxes and fines are massive.


Why You Can’t Just “Contract It Away”


Many startups think a simple contract is enough to stay safe. It’s not. In Germany, the authorities look at how people actually work. If your contractor uses your laptop, joins every daily meeting, and only works for you, they aren't a freelancer in the eyes of the law. You’ll be on the hook for years of unpaid social security.


Clear the Path to Growth


Compliance shouldn't be a nightmare. We built Remoly to handle the legal side of things properly from day one. We check the contracts and handle the classification so you don't have to guess. You focus on the work; we make sure you stay out of legal trouble.


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