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Working in Holland
Working in Holland
You have been offered a position in Holland, and want to know more on working in Holland. Like what is needed before you can start working in Holland. Are there any legal obligations. What are the expected working environments and how will i travel to the Netherlands. On this page you will read more on working in the Netherlands. With links to relevant sources of information on important websites.
GO Jobs has a special and proven process to get you successfully setup for your new job in Holland. Read more on this GO Jobs Process.
What is it like to work in Holland?
Working in the Netherlands can be a positive experience due to the country’s strong economy and high standard of living. The Dutch are known for their efficiency and direct communication style, and the country has a strong focus on work-life balance. The Dutch also value diversity and equality, and there are many resources available to help expats adapt to life in the Netherlands. The cost of living in the Netherlands is relatively high, but wages are also generally good, so overall, the standard of living is high. The Netherlands is also a very convenient place to live, with good transportation and a high quality of life.
DO you need to speak Dutch?
The main language in the Netherlands is Dutch. Most of the people do also understand on or more foreign languages. It is not essential to speak Dutch for a job in the Netherlands. You will be able to find many jobs when you speak English. Although the number of opportunities will grow if you will also speak or learn to speak Dutch.
Common Jobs in the Netherlands
There are many different jobs available in the Netherlands. The type of available jobs depend heavily on the season. These seasonable jobs are not available through out the whole year. For these jobs the demand will fluctuate quit a lot. In the summer there is a high demand for people helping with harvesting fruits and vegetables. In this period there is also a high demand for people in the hospitality industry.
For several industries in the Netherlands there is a high shortage for qualified and motivated personal. For these type of jobs it might be easier to get contracted.
As indicated, there are many different types of jobs available in the Netherlands, and the most common jobs will depend on your field of expertise and your level of education. Some of the most in-demand jobs in the Netherlands include:
- IT professionals: The Netherlands is home to many international companies and startups, and there is a high demand for IT professionals with skills in areas such as software development, data analysis, and cybersecurity.
- Engineers and process operators: There is a strong demand for engineers in the Netherlands, particularly in fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and civil engineering.
- Healthcare professionals: The Netherlands has a high-quality healthcare system, and there is a need for healthcare professionals such as doctors, nurses, and therapists. There is a huge shortage in qualified employees in the healthcare.
- Teachers: There is a demand for qualified teachers in the Netherlands, particularly for those who speak Dutch or who have experience teaching in international schools.
- Sales and marketing professionals: The Netherlands is home to many international companies, and there is a need for sales and marketing professionals who can help these companies reach new markets. A benefit for these international companies might be that the employees there are used to communicate in English.
- Order picker: In the Netherlands the e-commerce business is large. There is a concentration for large warehouses. Next to the big Dutch e-commerce companies also the big international brands have their warehouses in the Netherlands. In combination with automated processes many order pickers are needed for operating these warehouses.
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Resources for working in Holland
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jobs in Netherlands with accommodation
At GO Jobs, we’re here to make your transition to a new job in the Netherlands as smooth and stress-free as possible. We’ll guide you through the process of obtaining all the necessary documents to work in Holland, and be there to support you every step of the way.
Finding an accommodation to live can be a challenge, but we’re here to help. We partner with trusted organizations that provide quality housing options at fair prices, located in desirable areas. At GO Jobs, we believe that coming home to a comfortable and living space with some privacy is important, and we’re dedicated to helping you find the perfect place to call home.
We stop not with the helping with only finding the perfect jobs. GO Jobs will help finding jobs in the Netherlands with accommodation. It is very important that you have a good accommodation to live in.
The GO Jobs Process – make it easy
At GO Jobs we are specialized in helping Greek professionals in finding their new career in the Netherlands. We will make it easy for you to find the job you want and we help you even with the rest. We take the extra step. Based on our proven process we help you with housing and mobility. Our Welcome team is there to support you, to support you to achieve success and to expand the GO jobs family.
Read more on the GO Jobs process
working in the netherlands without bsn ?
Frequently we get the question “can you work in the Netherlands without a BSN number ?”. This is not allowed by the Dutch law. All employees need to have a Burgerservicenummer, also known as a BSN Number. If you are offered a job without a BSN number, you might get employed illegally.
When you start working via GO Jobs, we will help you in your process of getting your BSN number. This service is part of the proven GO Jobs process. Our team can explain you what the requirements are for getting a BSN number. You are not on your own in getting the BSN number before you start at your new job in the Netherlands.
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