This Candidate Non-Disclosure Agreement is specifically designed for use in German recruitment processes where confidential business information needs to be shared with potential employees. It should be used before discussing sensitive details about the company's operations, technologies, or strategies with job candidates. The agreement complies with German law requirements, including the GeschGehG (Trade Secrets Act), GDPR, and relevant employment law principles. It provides legal protection while remaining proportionate and reasonable for a pre-employment context. The document includes essential confidentiality provisions, data protection requirements, and clear guidelines for handling sensitive information during and after the recruitment process.

1. Parties: Identification of the company and the candidate, including full legal names and addresses

2. Background: Context of the disclosure, typically relating to the recruitment process and potential employment discussions

3. Definitions: Key terms including 'Confidential Information', 'Recruitment Process', 'Permitted Purpose', and other relevant definitions

4. Scope of Confidential Information: Detailed description of what constitutes confidential information in the context of the recruitment process

5. Obligations of Confidentiality: Core confidentiality obligations, including non-use and non-disclosure requirements

6. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed, including legal requirements and professional advisors

7. Duration and Survival: Time period for which the confidentiality obligations remain in effect

8. Return or Destruction of Confidential Information: Requirements for handling confidential information after the recruitment process ends

9. Data Protection: GDPR compliance provisions and handling of personal data

10. General Provisions: Standard provisions including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement