how difficult is it to find job in Norway for English speakers?

Member since 16 August 2017

Furby85Member16 August 2017 08:49:18

Hi ! I 'm planning to move in Norway, I'm currently working in Scotland as Assistant shop manager and I was wondering , how difficult is it to find job in Norway for English speakers? My English is fluent and I'm starting just now a basic Norwegian language course. Is it possible to work in retail (at least in the beginning) or in other jobs fields with only English language skills? experience to share? Thanks!

fornight Serial expat

Member since 29 February 2012

fornightSerial expat20 August 2017 19:57:42

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Its quite difficult because of the competition from other europeans who are fighting for english speaking jobs too.

Furby85 Member

Member since 16 August 2017

Furby85Member21 August 2017 08:18:37

Thanks for the reply ! Can you share your own experience? Cheers!

fornight Serial expat

Member since 29 February 2012

fornightSerial expat23 August 2017 19:02:39

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I am afraid I can't because I was offered a job before I came to Norway.

Based on my observation of my friends who came to Norway looking for a job, they looked for at least 3 to 4 years, before finally finding a permanent job.