{"id":9652,"date":"2026-07-05T00:47:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-04T22:47:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/personalleasing-osteuropa.de\/?page_id=9652"},"modified":"2026-07-11T07:48:06","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T05:48:06","slug":"revolving-door-clause-for-temporary-work","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/personalleasing-osteuropa.de\/en\/wissen\/drehtuerklausel-zeitarbeit\/","title":{"rendered":"The Revolving Door Clause in Temporary Employment: Significance and Implications"},"content":{"rendered":"

The revolving-door clause was introduced in the temporary employment sector to prevent the abuse of temporary employment arrangements. It was also intended to protect workers\u2019 rights. The goal is to prevent companies from laying off their permanent employees and then immediately rehiring temporary workers under unfavorable conditions.<\/p>\n

The revolving-door clause is commonly found in employment contracts and collective bargaining agreements. It originated in the field of temporary staffing or temporary work. Its purpose is to ensure that a specific form of termination or conclusion of an employment relationship is in place and that the employee can be employed by another employer. That is the \u201crevolving door\u201d in this context.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>

What is a revolving-door clause?<\/h2>\n

The revolving-door clause gives employees the opportunity to quickly and flexibly transition from one temporary employment agency or another company to a different employment relationship.<\/p>\n

Temporary staffing is one such scenario, for example. The employee is hired by the temporary staffing agency. The employee is then assigned to a client company. If the employee is then offered a permanent position at the client company, the transition can take place quickly thanks to the revolving-door clause.<\/p>\n

The revolving door system makes it possible for an employee to be permanently hired by the client company or another company without having to sign a new employment contract. Of course, certain criteria must be met in order to transition to a new employment relationship.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What is the legal basis for the revolving-door clause?<\/h2>\n

The \u201crevolving door\u201d clause is found in the German Temporary Employment Act (A\u00dcG). It is often applied in the context of collective bargaining agreements or company agreements. In Germany, the Temporary Employment Act regulates how working hours, employment relationships, and the assignment of workers must be handled. The primary focus is on protecting the rights of employees.<\/p>\n

The \u201crevolving door\u201d clause involves what is known as the \u201crevolving door effect.\u201d This effect occurs when an employee on a fixed-term contract with a staffing agency is seamlessly transferred to a permanent position after a certain period of time. The aim is to make the labor market more flexible and to offer temporary workers the prospect of permanent employment.<\/p>\n

It is important that the revolving-door clause does not contain any hidden disadvantages for the employee. Therefore, it must be worded clearly and transparently. The terms of a transfer of employment must be clearly defined. If the clause is worded ambiguously, this could, in the worst case, render it legally invalid.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

How the Revolving Door Clause Works and How It Is Applied<\/h2>\n

In order for an employee to transition to a permanent employment relationship, they must have been employed as a temporary worker for a certain period of time. The length of this period is often specified in the company agreement or collective bargaining agreement. During this time, the employee has the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the work processes and corporate culture of the client company.<\/p>\n

If the client company is satisfied with the employee and his or her performance, the \u201crevolving door\u201d clause can be activated once the agreed-upon period has expired. After that, the employee can transition to a permanent employment relationship. In practice, however, companies often agree to a probationary period anyway so they can determine whether a long-term working relationship makes sense.<\/p>\n

But the revolving-door clause isn\u2019t just beneficial for employees. Employers have the opportunity to hire qualified employees for permanent positions without a lengthy selection process. In addition, they can assess the employee\u2019s work quality and performance in advance. They can determine whether the employee meets the company\u2019s requirements and fits well into the team. This saves both time and money.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the revolving-door clause?<\/h2>\n

For the Employee<\/h3>\n

Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n