Finding a job in Constanta
Constanta, the third-largest economy in the country that is located in the Eastern part, is one of the few regions of Romania in which there is a constant demographic increase lately. This an important indicator, as the city is a true magnet for people from the country and also for expats.
Vibrant and developed when it comes to the economy, the city is the biggest port in the country and the second-largest one in Europe. Thanks to its position on the Black Sea, Constanta is a dynamically developing city, open to foreign expertise.
Although it might seem easy to find the dream job in this city, it will be wise to check the local labour market first, and also the sources to help you in the future Romanian career.
The economy of Constanta
Constanta county is currently the third-largest economy in Romania, after the capital Bucharest and the Timis county, where there is a higher GDP per citizen.
According to a World Bank study, 22.2% of the Romanians would move to Constanta. Their reasons are quite convincing: proximity to the sea, the good quality of life and the flourishing economy of the city.
The position of the port of Constanta allows the redirecting of cargo flows that are coming from the Far East to the North-East European ports. So, the economy of Constanta is around the existing transportation network (road, rail, the Danube ports, the Danube-Black Sea Canal). The sea transportations are the basis for the competitive development of the city.
Promising fields of work for expats in Constanta
When it comes to the areas of work in Constanta, the energy sector is strategically important and is in continuous growth. Constanta has all the chances to become a leading planner in the region. There are some discoveries in the Black Sea that will open some new paths for Romania to become an energy-independent country.
Despite the energy sector, which creates economic opportunities, the most present jobs in Constanta are available in tourism, metallic and shipbuilding fields, as well as welding, textiles, and industry.
However, expats coming to Constanta can also work in IT, finance, marketing, trade, or industry. There are enough jobs in equipment manufacturing, which is one of the most promising fields of work.
Tourism is one of the primary sources of income in the city. During summer, most vacancies are in hotels and restaurants. Constanta is the most popular city in Romania for a seaside vacation, and the variety of jobs in tourism will attract any job seeker.
Finding a job in Constanta
The offer for jobs in Constanta is generous enough, as the unemployment rate in the county was 3 per cent, lower than Romania's average rate.
One of the main requirements when applying to a job is knowing some Romanian language. When it comes to big international companies in Constanta, such as Procter & Gamble, Computer Generated Solutions or Global Wellness, it's not mandatory to know the national language; English or French is enough. However, if you are looking for a job in tourism, then knowing also Romanian and not only English or other international languages will be a great advantage.
As for finding a job in Constanta, you can start searching on the Internet, including Linkedin and other professional social networks. There are also newspapers that contain all the jobs in Constanta, from A to Z. For instance, check the Ziua Constanta. You can also seek assistance at the Constanta's Departmental Employment Agency.
Wages in Constanta
According to statistics, the average salary in Constanta county in 2019 was somewhere around 550 euros, with 15,7 per cent higher than last year.
Regarding the number of employees, Constanta county occupies the 5th place in Romania, with 184 thousand workers in 2019.
Useful links:
Romanian Tourism
Constanta Departmental Employment Agency
Emerging Europe
Ejobs
My Job
Glassdoor
