Employment Confidentiality Agreement Template for Germany

1. Third Party Information: Additional provisions regarding confidential information belonging to clients, customers, or business partners - include when employee has access to external confidential information

2. Intellectual Property Rights: Specific provisions regarding IP rights and confidential information - include for technical or creative roles

3. Data Protection Compliance: Specific GDPR-related obligations - include when role involves processing personal data

4. Works Council Reference: Reference to works council agreements - include when a works council exists and has co-determination rights

5. Competition Restrictions: Post-contractual non-compete provisions - include only if specifically needed and with appropriate compensation

6. International Transfer: Provisions for international data transfer - include for multinational companies or roles involving international work

1. Schedule 1: Categories of Confidential Information: Detailed list of specific types of confidential information relevant to the employee's role

2. Schedule 2: Security Protocols: Detailed security procedures and requirements for handling confidential information

3. Schedule 3: Approved Third Party Recipients: List of approved third parties who may receive confidential information, if applicable

4. Appendix A: Acknowledgment Form: Form for employee to sign acknowledging receipt and understanding of the agreement

5. Appendix B: Return of Information Checklist: Checklist for return/destruction of confidential information upon employment termination