Rise in Part-Time Work as German Productivity Increases

Germany sees a shift towards more part-time employment, with productivity gains despite reduced full-time hours.

The number of part-time workers in Germany has increased, now comprising nearly a third of the workforce.
Average weekly hours for full-time employees have decreased from 40.7 in 2011 to 39.8 in 2023.
Part-time workers have increased their weekly hours from 18.2 in 2011 to 21.2 in 2023.
The overall workforce productivity has risen by 9.1% since 2011, even as the average workweek has slightly shortened.
The trend towards part-time work is seen as a potential solution to Germany's skilled labor shortage, offering better work-life balance.