While termed an "At Will Termination Letter," this document must be significantly modified for use in Germany, as German law does not recognize the concept of at-will employment. Instead, this document serves as a formal termination notice that must comply with strict German labor law requirements. It is used when an employer wishes to terminate an employment relationship and must include specific elements required by German law, such as explicit termination language, notice periods as prescribed by the German Civil Code, and adherence to formal requirements like written form and proper signature. The document should be used only after ensuring compliance with German employment protection legislation, including consultation with works councils where applicable, and confirmation that the termination meets legal justification requirements. This letter forms part of the formal documentation required for legal employment termination in Germany.

1. Letterhead and Date: Company letterhead with full legal entity name, address, and current date

2. Employee Details: Full name and address of the employee

3. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a termination notice (Kündigung)

4. Termination Statement: Explicit statement of employment termination with reference to the employment contract

5. Notice Period: Specification of the notice period and the resulting final working day

6. Return of Company Property: Request for return of all company property

7. Final Payment Information: Reference to final salary payment and outstanding vacation days

8. Signature Block: Space for authorized representative's signature (must be hand-signed in blue ink per German law)