Document background
The Offer of Appointment is a crucial document in the German employment process, serving as the formal written offer of employment from an employer to a prospective employee. This document must comply with German labor laws, particularly the Nachweisgesetz (Documentation Act), which requires specific employment terms to be documented in writing. The offer typically precedes the formal employment contract and should include all essential terms of employment, including position, compensation, working hours, and benefits. It represents a binding offer when accepted by the candidate and forms the basis for the employment relationship. The document needs to be carefully drafted to ensure compliance with German employment law while clearly communicating the employment terms to the prospective employee.
