Understanding freelance compliance in Germany doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll gain a clear overview of the legal framework that governs freelance engagement – without needing any legal background. Whether you’re a recruiter managing different contract types, a newcomer to the German market, this session will give you the knowledge and tools to navigate compliance with confidence.

Target group

This session demystifies Germany's legal framework for freelancer engagement. It's perfect for:

• Recruiters covering several contract types
• Recruitment companies entering the German market
  

What you will learn

• Understanding and managing client expectations: 
  Learn how to clearly define the distinctions between self-employment/independent contracts, employment contracts, and the supply of temporary work. We will dive into contract types and key differentiation factors, review specific skills and roles, and classify them based on current case law. By the end, you will be able to position compliance as a competitive advantage in your sales pitches.
• Understanding and managing independent service contracts:
  Learn how independent service contracts differ from employment contracts and how to effectively communicate the value of contract compliance to both clients and candidates. 
• Understanding and managing bureaucracy: 
  Discover how deemed self-employment can arise, and learn practical strategies to address client concerns and manage the fear of audits with confidence.

Key Topics Covered

• Legal risks: deemed employment (Scheinselbständigkeit), hidden supply of temporary work (verdeckte Arbeitnehmerüberlassung), and differentiation criteria
• Insights from current case law
• Consequences of misclassification (financial, regulatory, and criminal)
• Strategies to overcome client objections and compliance fears

Outcome

A clear understanding of Germany's legal framework, reduced uncertainty, and strategies to use compliance as a business asset.

 Magdalena Seiler (née Polzin) 

Magdalena is the founder of Staffiant, a legal consultancy for the staffing industry. She brings nearly 10 years of hands-on legal and operational experience from companies like HAYS, SThree, and Westhouse.

Her sessions are:

• Practical, not theoretical
• Focused on commercial impact
• Designed for immediate application in your business