Over 310,000 Britons are estimated to be living in Spain at present, according to statistics provided by Statista, and 90% of respondents to the HSBC Expat Explorer Survey 2021 said they would suggest the country to those looking to relocate for a better quality of life.

Due to the relatively inexpensive cost of living in Spain compared to other European nations, you may spend your free time exploring the country's rich cultural heritage without breaking the bank.

And since it's the world's second most popular language, learning it while you're living and working there will look great on your resume for any job you take in the future.

While working in Spain certainly has its advantages, it's important to remember that the country was struck particularly hard by the economic crisis. Spanish unemployment is 12.5%, making it one of the highest in Europe despite the country's recent recovery. For young people specifically, the unemployment rate is 26.9%. (July 2022).

It's a competitive labor market, and most foreign employees end up in the larger cities where there are more opportunities. The country's two main cities, Madrid and Barcelona, as well as smaller cities like Valencia and Seville, are popular among expats.

Spain Employment Opportunities

Finding work in Spain is difficult because of the large number of university graduates looking for work. There are, however, measures you may do to improve your prospects.

The first is to concentrate your job search efforts on larger cities, where openings tend to pop up more often. A fluent command of Spanish is also very desirable. Look for jobs in the thriving Spanish industries if you want to improve your chances of being hired. Jobs in these fields include those in consultancy, TEFL, and the hospitality and travel industries.

Common Graduate Occupations

• Automobile
• Banking
• Electricity
• Pharmaceuticals
• Telecommunications

Many Spaniards work in the service industry, which is one of the country's key economic drivers.

Professionals in the Care Sector

In the healthcare industry, data miners, analysts, and computer scientists are crucial to the budget.
Doctors that specialize on IT security in nursing.
Many major multinational corporations have their headquarters in Spain. Among these are:

• Abengoa (telecommunications) (telecommunications)
• Abertis (infrastructure) (infrastructure)
• "ACS Group" (civil engineering)
• Almirall (pharmaceuticals) (pharmaceuticals)
• Santander Bank (banking)
• Product Line, Ebro Foods (food processing)
• Ficosa (automobile manufacture) (automobile production)
• Iberdrola (utilities) (utilities)
• Inditex (apparel) (apparel)
• Telefónica Logista (Logistics) (telecommunications).

The most recent Spanish job openings may be found at:

• Expat.com
• Reed

The XpatJobs Skills Gap in the Local Labor Market

Employment possibilities for foreign employees may arise as a result of the scarcity of talent in some areas of the Spanish economy.

Jobs in medicine, engineering, marketing, operations, and management consulting are all experiencing severe shortages.

Translators, pilots, and educators are just some of the in-demand professionals whose services are in short supply.

Finding Work in Spain: 

The typical application procedure is just like the one in the UK. Applicants often send in their resumes and cover letters, or fill out an application form. There should be a familiarity with the British application process in the structure of these materials. The vast majority of job seekers first get temporary work inside their own country (often through a jobs portal) before beginning their search for permanent employment.

It is important to read the job advertisement thoroughly to determine the language you must submit your application in. All applications must be done in Spanish unless you are looking to work in an English-speaking office.

Spaniards looking for work often use less formal channels, such as word of mouth, networking, and speculative applications, to get employment.

Jobs for the Summer

Over 30 million tourists are expected to visit Spain in 2022, contributing significantly to the country's robust tourism sector. The Costa del Sol, the Balearic Islands, and Benidorm are all very popular vacation spots for people from all over the world. There is a constant demand for English-speaking personnel in Spain's tourism and hospitality industries due to the country's popularity among British tourists.

Finding a temporary job is the simplest option. You may work as a bartender, waiter, or hotel clerk; serve as a watersports instructor; or greet guests at a theme park. You can also consider applying for au pair positions if you have prior experience working with children.

Summer jobs, seasonal labor, and gap year possibilities can also be found on the following websites, in addition to the ones already mentioned.

Foreign Tourists Consider SPAIN

Keep in mind that due to the UK's exit from the EU, British citizens will require a visa in order to work in Spain during the summer months.

Recent college grads seeking employment experience often turn to volunteer labor. Volunteering in Spain is a great way to put your Spanish abilities to the test, learn more about Spanish culture, and build your professional network.

Jobs in education

Employment opportunities for foreign nationals abound in the field of TEFL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages).

In any case, having English as a first language won't guarantee you a position as a teacher. If you want to succeed, you'll need a TEFL certificate instead. You may study before you travel to Spain, or you can enroll in a program after you get there.

If you want to learn more and have a look at the various options, visit:

Premier i-to-i TEFL Program in Spain
TEFL MADRID IBERIA
The British Council also maintains a program where qualified candidates can find work as English language assistants.

Internships

Professional expertise is highly valued in Spanish society. It is highly advantageous for students to have two or three years of work experience under their belts before applying for graduate employment.

The average length of a domestic internship is three months, however this might vary widely based on the individual company's requirements. Internships of this type are common in Spain due to the country's burgeoning technology and tourism and hospitality sectors.

To find an internship or job in Spain, check out:

Students and recent grads in the UK can join AIESEC (in the past two years).
The Institute of Arts, Engineering, Science, and Technology Students of the United Kingdom (IAESTE UK).
If you are looking for an international internship in Madrid, look no further than The Intern Group.

Visas for Spain

Because of Brexit, British nationals will need to follow different procedures while visiting EU nations. Within a 180-day period, you can stay in any Schengen Area country (including Spain) for up to 90 days without a visa. If you want to network with clients or attend a conference or trade fair, you can do so during this time, but you can't get paid by a Spanish firm to do so.

British nationals need a work visa and residence permit if they want to work or remain in Spain for longer than three months. The sort of job you undertake and the length of time you want to be employed in Spain determine the type of work visa you will need. These are some of the most typical examples:

• Permanent work authorization visas
• Working permits during the summer
• Visas for working as an au pair
• A blue EU passport.

For most jobs, you'll need to apply for a visa through the Spanish embassy or consulate in your home country. However, in certain cases, the employer will take care of the visa application for you.

Work permits are not required for citizens of the European Union, the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland. You must register at a police station or the nearest Foreign National Office if your intended stay in the nation exceeds three months. The results of this process are an official registration certificate and a foreigner identity number (NIE).

Imperatives in terms of language proficiency

It might be challenging to obtain work in Spain if you don't speak the language fluently, however opportunities do exist in the expat community and in tourist hotspots.

Learn Spanish in the United Kingdom using one of the numerous available classes or by visiting one of the many helpful websites. Once you arrive in Spain, you can also enroll in Spanish language courses.

Methods for Selling Your Skills to Potential Employers

Employers in Spain should accept your British credentials because they are equivalent to those in Spain.

However, in order to begin working in Spain, individuals in regulated professions such as law and medicine must first get their credentials recognized. Professional credentials must be acknowledged by designated bodies. You may learn more about which occupations are governed by the European Union by visiting this database.

The Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport's Subdirección General de Titulos y Reconocimiento de Cualificaciones is where you'll want to start if you want to have a degree earned outside of the European Union recognized in Spain.

Perspectives on the Spanish Work Environment

There are still some companies that give their workers extensive lunch breaks in the afternoon, but overall, the typical work week for full-time employees is slightly over 40 hours. In light of this, employees are occasionally allowed to stay at the workplace until 8 o'clock at night.

In 2022, the minimum salary will be €1,167 (around £1,010) per month.

There will be 10 nationally recognized holidays in Spain in 2022, with some extra dates to be observed in certain regions. Examples of national public holidays are:

• the first day of the year
• Ascension Day

Today is Easter, so I hope you everyone had a wonderful
A Day of Labor The Assumption of Mary The Spanish National Holiday
Christmas holiday All Saints' Day Christmas holiday Constitution Day

Learn More

Learn about the academic experience in Spain.