Germany's Part-Time Employment Surges to Record High
Germany's part-time employment has surged, with over 16.9 million workers now working reduced hours. This marks the first time the part-time quota has surpassed 40 percent, making Germany one of Europe's leaders in part-time work, alongside the Netherlands and Austria.
The second quarter of 2025 saw a record high of 46 million employed people in Germany, despite a slight dip in full-time employees to 25.4 million. Meanwhile, part-time workers have risen, with the average part-timer now working 18.6 hours a week.
Women are more likely to work part-time, with nearly half doing so, compared to just 12 percent of men. However, part-time work often means less responsibility and fewer career prospects, potentially leading to a permanent reduction in work volume. The number of people with side jobs has also increased to 4.6 million, fragmenting the work landscape.
Structural factors like tax systems, childcare options, and career barriers contribute to Germany's high part-time quota. Despite this, critics often debate part-time work's morality and diligence, suggesting it reflects a lack of work willingness. As part-time employment continues to rise, so does the need for policies that support work-life balance and career progression for part-time workers.
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