Document background
The Work Confidentiality Agreement is a crucial document used in German employment relationships to protect sensitive business information and maintain competitive advantage. It should be implemented at the start of employment or when an employee gains access to confidential information. The agreement must balance the employer's legitimate interest in protecting trade secrets with employee rights under German law. It typically includes detailed definitions of confidential information, specific handling requirements, security protocols, and post-employment obligations. The document must comply with the German Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG), data protection regulations, and employment law principles, while remaining reasonable and proportionate in its restrictions.
