Expats Netherlands - Moving to the Netherlands - Working in the Netherlands

Working in the Netherlands could be very different to working in your home country. Is the nature of ‘The Dutch Employment Market’ new perplexing to you? Fear not. The articles below will help you learn about the ins and outs of Dutch contracts, social security, insurance and working hours.

Once you have a firmer grasp on Dutch employment, you will probably be keen to get started. Find out ‘how to apply for a job in the Netherlands’ here. It outlines several different methods of securing a position: from networking to signing up with an agency.

Equally, if you are a budding entrepreneur who wants to fashion their own job, the Netherlands is a great place for ‘Starting Your Own Company’. There are several ways in which you can work for yourself here, numerous advisory bodies to help you do so and a few legal matters to take into consideration.

Whichever avenue you decide to pursue, you might require some more tailored advice about working in the Netherlands. Why not have a browse through our comprehensive list of ‘Information Centres‘?

Dutch Taxes

Taxes are always complicated. If you have moved to the Netherlands from another country they can be ...

The Difference Between a Resume and ...

If you’re an expat living and looking for work in the Netherlands then there are some ...

Job Hunting in the Netherlands

Job opportunities in the Netherlands are abundant. But, as with every country around the globe, there are ...

Changing Employers in NL

As the Dutch economy continues to flourish, a trend is starting to develop. It is becoming increasingly ...

Networking in the Netherlands

If you did not move to the Netherlands with a job already set up, you may need ...

Attitudes towards Work and Bosses i ...

This article will introduce you to some typical Dutch attitudes towards working and bosses. If you come ...

What’s the Role of a Dutch Manage ...

in the eyes of the subordinate, his boss is not really the boss. He simply does a ...

Information Centers & Business Club ...

Information centers and business clubs can be a huge asset to expats living in the Netherlands. Starting ...

Starting your Own Company in NL

Intrepid expat entrepreneurs who plan to start their own company in the Netherlands will generally be well ...

How to Apply for a Job in NL

There are many ways in which you can apply for a job in the Netherlands. Depending on ...

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