FINDING A JOB IN BARCELONA

Finding a job in Barcelona may be tricky. Especially if you are not sure of where to start. If you are native English speaker and have a minimal understanding of Spanish, then the best place to start looking is in the local English and Spanish magazines. You can also have a look at some websites such as Thinkspain.com. The jobs may vary between bartender (especially the Irish bars), receptionist and TEFL teaching. If you have a more advanced level of Spanish, you can expect to find jobs in other sectors. Here are some options: administrative work, public relations, business, sales and graphic design. Looking more into the Spanish economy, it can be noted that the ICT sector is one of the most relevant, especially in Barcelona. 

Talent Search People

Talent Search People is an international recruitment agency based in Barcelona, Madrid and Lisbon. They provide highly specialized recruitment services within their five areas: Sales & Marketing, IT & E-Commerce, Native Speakers, Finance & Legal and Engineering & Pharma. If you are looking for a job and you speak another language other than Spanish, this is the best website for you. You only have to create an account and apply for the job that you are interested in. They have more than 500 jobs available.

Europe Language Jobs

Europe Language Jobs is an online job portal specialized in candidates with languages around Europe. The website functions as a meeting point between companies demanding international candidates and young job seekers who speak more than one language, Usually, they are willing to relocate.  The portal has thousands of active offers in 48 different countries and 33 different languages.

Infojobs

Infojobs is a very popular Spanish website to use in your search for a job. You must complete your profile by filling out your details and uploading your CV. Then you can then search and apply to any as many job openings available as you want. If a company is interested in your CV, they will contact you. Either by phone or e-mail.

Lingo Bongo

If you are looking to teach English in schools in Barcelona, this is your website. For just 10€, your CV will be sent around to all the schools in the chosen area. They will be in contact with you directly. With this service, you can pick and choose your working hours as well as the days you work and your wage.

Barcelona Metropolitan Magazine

The Metropolitan Magazine is Barcelona’s English Magazine which is published every month. It includes job listings, many of which are aimed at expats in Barcelona who have language skills. Many of the Language schools in the area stock copies as well as various cafes and other distribution points.You can find more information directly on the Metropolitan website.

Linkedin

Linkedin is the world’s largest professional network! It has more than 400 million members in 200 countries. This network is used to connect professionals. Moreover, it’s also used to offer and to find job offers. It works by creating a profile and uploading your CV. You will then be able to connect with colleagues and other acquaintances. It also has the option to post and apply for jobs easily! In the job section you can use the multiple filters (such as Company, city, experience level) in order to refine your search. 

Monster

Monster is globally recognized and present in 50 countries worldwide. They assist their candidates in finding new jobs, careers and changes, always making sure they reach their full potential.

Infoempleo

Infoempleo is another job portal that you can use to find a job. They have partnerships with leading companies, professionals and businesses.