u/Entire_Macaroon3661

I'm applying from the UK. I have heard people talk about needing an NOC from your employer. But when I look at the website of the German Embassy in the UK, they only ask for salary slips as proof of employment. I want to know people's experience with this. Do I need an NOC? The thing is, I'm not even sure about the dates in the future (I'm aiming for a longer Schengen Visa) so I'd have to apply for vacation months in advance and then ask HR to cancel them or change them.