Working with the Works Council Seminar Overview

This guide provides an introduction for line managers and HR professionals on the participation of works councils in German companies. It outlines the importance of understanding German labor law for effective management within multinational organizations. The document details the structure of the seminar, which covers various aspects such as the sources of employment law, cultural differences, and the roles of trade unions and works councils. Additionally, it explains the processes related to works council agreements, including their formation, relationship with employment contracts, and co-determination rights. The guide also presents practical examples and case studies to illustrate the involvement of works councils in collective redundancies and outsourcing scenarios. The seminar is designed for non-German-speaking HR managers with limited knowledge of German employment law, aiming to prevent costly mistakes in management practices. Training is conducted in English, with all materials provided in the same language.