Glossary

In English: Another job in the company

A dismissal is invalid if the company could employ you in another open position, even after reasonable retraining.

Legal basis

KSchG §1(2). Checked against the statute text on 12 November 2026.

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This page explains German employment law in general terms. It is not legal advice for your situation. If a layoff affects you, talk to an employment lawyer, your union or your Betriebsrat.