A Notice of Service Termination is a crucial document in German employment law used to formally end an employment relationship. It must be utilized whenever an employer wishes to terminate an employment contract in compliance with German legal requirements. The document requires careful preparation to ensure compliance with the German Civil Code (BGB), Protection Against Dismissal Act, and other relevant legislation. It must include specific components such as clear identification of parties, explicit termination statement, notice period compliance, and proper authorization. The notice must be in writing (Schriftform) and cannot be sent electronically. In companies with more than 10 employees, additional protection against dismissal regulations apply, and works council consultation may be required. The document serves as official documentation of the termination and forms the basis for subsequent procedures such as final settlements and handover arrangements.

1. Sender Details: Full company name, address, and authorized representative details

2. Recipient Details: Employee's full name and address

3. Date: Date of the termination notice

4. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a termination notice (Kündigung des Arbeitsverhältnisses)

5. Termination Statement: Clear and unambiguous statement of employment termination

6. Effective Date: Specific date when employment relationship will end, considering notice periods

7. Notice Period Reference: Reference to applicable notice period according to employment contract or law

8. Signature: Wet signature of authorized representative(s) as per German law requirements