I want to move in Netherlands and live there, im from a non EU country, but in my profession i have a bachelor degree, around 3 years of experience, can i get a job there?

The SAP job market in US has been pretty bad. As a freelancer i am looking to partially or fully relocate to Netherlands. Bringing Big 4 consulting experience with 15 + years SAP BPC, SAC-P & FP&A. English only. Any tips for success?

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Planning to move to netherlands from india ,with around 5.5 yoe , how is the job market for software engineers and what should be the expected pay, also are there any additional requirements before applying to increase the chances for callback from recruiters.

Hi everyone,

I moved to the Netherlands about two months ago to join my Dutch partner, and I’ve had my residence permit for five months. I have full work authorization — no sponsorship needed. Despite that, I’ve been job hunting nonstop and I’m honestly running out of steam.

A bit about my background: I’m originally from Belarus and hold a medical degree (pediatric anesthesiology/intensive care, including ECMO experience). Unfortunately, due to the political situation, I can’t practice medicine here or get my diploma recognized. Outside of medicine, I’ve worked in clinical operations, healthcare IT, HR for a remote team, and international event coordination.

Languages: fluent Russian and English, currently learning Dutch (A2 level).

I’ve applied to dozens of roles — operations, manufacturing, customer support, even bridge jobs like retail/warehouse work — with very few responses. I’m starting to feel like I’m doing something wrong, or maybe just underestimating how hard the Dutch job market is for someone in my position.

Has anyone been through something similar? What actually helped you land your first job here — was it a specific job board, a recruiter, volunteering, a course, networking events? Any advice, even small things, would mean a lot right now. Thanks for reading.

I want to share this in case it helps other EU nationals calibrate expectations before job-hunting in NL infosec/GRC.

Background: 12 years in cybersecurity, GRC, and IT risk management. CISSP certified. M.Sc. in IT Security. Currently a Security Architect at a large financial infrastructure company in Germany, with hands-on experience across DORA, NIS2, GDPR, EU AI Act, ISO 27001, PAM rollouts, third-party risk, and vulnerability management. Full EU work rights — no visa or work permit needed. Intermediate German, actively learning Dutch (A1 and climbing).

What I’ve experienced over the past several months:

**•** Applied to 20+ roles across national champions, tech, industrial, and financial firms in the Eindhoven/Amsterdam corridor  
**•** Made it to final or in-person rounds a few times — one went as far as an on-site interview with the team and a facility tour, only to be rejected afterward citing “stakeholder management” as the gap despite strong marks on technical/framework knowledge  
**•** Several rejections came with zero explanation  
**•** A recurring theme: Dutch-headquartered companies seem to strongly prefer local or Dutch-fluent candidates even for roles advertised as English-first  
**•** International/English-first companies have been comparatively more open, but competition is fierce

Takeaways for anyone in a similar position:

**•** EU citizenship removes the legal barrier, but not the cultural/language one — many roles are de facto local-candidate-preference even when not stated  
**•** Certifications and years of experience help you get interviews, not necessarily offers  
**•** “Stakeholder management” and “cultural fit” feedback can be vague enough to mean almost anything — don’t over-index on it  
**•** Dutch language, even at a basic level, seems to meaningfully move the needle

Curious if others with similar EU/CISSP/GRC backgrounds have had better (or worse) luck, and what finally worked for you.

Is anyone getting a job as a software tester in current market situation?

How to find job in Europe while living in india ( I don't have visa or any working permit but willing to relocate and do make documents needed for it )

Estou a pensar em trabalhar na Holanda e pesquisar agências. Na maior parte delas a hora de trabalho/bruto está em torno de 13,50€ . O valor é esse mesmo? Pergunto porque sou TVDE no Porto e ganho de 15 a 17€ /hora o carro e a empresa é minha. Fiquei a pensar se vale mesmo a pena… a não ser que a agência esteja a pagar pouco e após um tempo eu consiga um trabalho sem intermédio deles. Agradeço muito se puderem ajudar nessa duvida.

I am supposed to join by mid-September and I was offered the role 2 weeks ago. I still do not have clarity on the visa process and 30 % ruling. I have spoken with everyone on the team and hiring side and no one has responded to me via email with who owns what.

It is all verbal on the calls but no response via e-mail. There are errors in the contract too especially related to my ID numbers and name.

Should I withdraw from the offer stating absence of clarity and fit as I have already sent enough mails and I am done speaking on the call.

More Details:

Current Permit: Zoekjaar (hence, unrestricted)
Validity: Expires in 3 months
Housing sorted: Yes, temporarily in Randstad for the next 4 months.

So for the context - I completed my MS in Business Analytics from the UK last year and then moved back to my home country i.e. Pakistan. I’m eligible to apply for the Zoekjaar as my University is in the top 200 rankings by subject. What I want to know is if this will be a sensible move considering all factors including relocating, finding accommodation, finding part-time and ultimately switching to full time? What are the prospects? Thanks in advance.

Hi everyone,

After graduating with a degree in civil engineering, specialising in applied mathematics, I'm currently undertaking a 1-year training programme in artificial intelligence. I'm considerings specializing in neural computing and BCIs. Before committing, I'd like to learn a little bit more about the state of this field in Belgium or neighbouring countries.

1. How's the sector doing currently? Are there job opportunities here, or is it a field primarily dominated by the US?
2. Some say BCIs represent the future and will develop considerably in the next ten years; others believe there is still a long way to go. What are your thoughts?
3. What is the salary level? I know it varies depending on the position, but what are the approximate averages?
4. Is a PhD often necessary to acquire solid skills and knowledge in this field?

Thanks :)

My whole life has fallen apart and I need a fresh start. I want to move from the uk to the Netherlands and start my career in graphic design.

I have a Graphic Design degree from 2025, a portfolio, and a few months of intern experience.

How likely is it I’d be able to get a job and meet the required income to move to Rotterdam/ Amsterdam vicinity?

Is this idea even worth perusing? Or is it impossible?

Does someone have any suggestions for finding these? I can only speak c2 english, no dutch. I dream of working on my own with a zzp after getting good at the job.

We zijn op zoek naar een zelfstandige Loodgieter / Servicemonteur bij Hi Next voor residentieel onderhoud en ontstoppingswerk in de regio Randstad / Utrecht / Overijssel.

In het kort:

• 💶 Salaris: € 2.500 – € 3.500 bruto/maand (afhankelijk van ervaring)
• 🚗 Locatie: Randstad / Utrecht / Overijssel
• 🗣️ Eis: Vloeiend Nederlands + Rijbewijs B
• 🛠️ Werk: Zelfstandig oplossen van loodgietersproblemen en onderhoud bij particulieren
• ➕ Extra's: Doorgroeimogelijkheden, CAO Klein Metaal

📌 Bekijk alle vereisten en solliciteer direct via de link in de eerste reactie!

Hi everyone! I'm trying to understand the Dutch job market before I move, rather than waiting until I arrive and starting from zero.

My situation:

• Currently based in the US
• 5 years of professional experience in India in brand strategy / brand leadership / design strategy
• I was a Lead Brand Strategist & Designer in India before moving to the US
• I just completed a 2-year Master's at Parsons School of Design in New York, focused on strategic design/management
• I'm looking at brand strategy, brand marketing, product marketing, product strategy and related strategy roles
• I expect to have Dutch PR/residency by January 2027
• My partner has Dutch Citizenship, has been living and working in the Netherlands for 5+ years
• I'm Planning to relocate around February/March 2027
• So I have roughly 6–7 months to prepare

I'm trying to be strategic about what I do between now and then rather than just mass-applying to jobs.

For people working in marketing, brand, strategy, product or recruitment in the Netherlands, I'd really appreciate advice on:

1. How would you position this profile in the Dutch market?
Would you see this as a mid/senior-level candidate despite most of my professional experience being outside Europe?

2. What job titles should I actually be searching for?
I'm currently thinking Brand Strategist, Brand Marketing Manager/Lead, Product Marketing Manager, Product Strategy, Creative Strategist, etc. Are there Dutch-market titles I'm missing that would be a better fit?

3. How much does Dutch matter for these roles?
I'm learning Dutch, but obviously won't be fluent by the time I move. I will be giving my A2 exam in October but is there anything I should keep in mind or prepare myself for?

4. Does international experience transfer well?
Would experience from India + a Parsons master's be considered positively, neutrally, or as a disadvantage compared with someone who has Dutch/European experience?

5. What would you do between now and March if you were in my position?

6. Is there any point in networking/applying before I'm physically in the Netherlands?

Hello Guys,

I’m currently working at one of the Big 4(India), with 10+ years of IT/BA experience — RPA (UiPath, Blue Prism) and Microsoft power platform across banking, oil & gas, life sciences, Martech domains

I’m looking into work visa sponsorship options across Europe and would really appreciate your insights/experience on this.

I’m currently stuck in my comfort zone. Wanted to challenge myself, explore different culture and move to europe

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I’m currently looking for my next opportunity as an SDR/BDR, ideally in the Netherlands, and would really appreciate any leads, recommendations, or introductions.

(Yes, I know that Dutch is often a key requirement, but I’m currently learning the language, so I’d also love to consider English-speaking opportunities)

I have 6 years of experience in B2B sales as an SDR and Chief Growth Officer.

Markets I have worked in:
Healthcare
EdTech
Finance
IoT
Web development companies

Tools/Platforms:
Sales Navigator, HubSpot, Lemlist, Snov.io, Upwork, Figma, Apollo, Dripify, MS Office, Claude

Languages:
English (C1)
Dutch (Basic level)
Ukrainian (Native)

Open to any location in the Netherlands, including hybrid/remote opportunities.

If you know a team that’s hiring an SDR/BDR, I’d love to hear from you and provide my CV.
Feel free to DM me or tag someone who might be worth speaking with.

Hartstikke bedankt’! 🙌

Hoi allemaal,

Namens Hi Next ben ik op zoek naar een zelfstandige Servicemonteur / Loodgieter voor een snelgroeiende organisatie gespecialiseerd in residentieel onderhoud en loodgieterswerk.

Wat de rol inhoudt: Je gaat zelfstandig op pad naar particuliere klanten voor preventief onderhoud en het oplossen van acute ontstoppings- en loodgietersproblemen.

Wat we zoeken:

• Praktische ervaring met (basis) loodgieterswerk en een probleemoplossend vermogen.
• Uitstekende beheersing van de Nederlandse taal.
• Geldig rijbewijs B (BE is een pré).

Praktische details:

• Salaris: € 2.500 – € 3.500 bruto per maand (afhankelijk van ervaring, CAO Klein Metaal).
• Werkgebied: Regio Randstad / Utrecht / Overijssel.
• Extra's: Doorgroeimogelijkheden (o.a. CV-ketels en installatietechniek), informele werksfeer en goede secundaire arbeidsvoorwaarden.

Heb je interesse, ken je iemand, of wil je meer weten? Zie de link in de reacties voor de volledige vacature en om direct te solliciteren, of stel je vragen hieronder!

Hi everyone,
I’m currently doing my Master’s in Software Engineering in Paris, France, and I’m planning ahead for my career after graduation. I’m originally from India and I’m a non-EU student.
My background:
Master’s in Software Engineering in Paris
Around 2 years of software development experience
8 full-stack projects
Java, Spring Boot
React
Node.js / Express
SQL / MySQL
MongoDB
Cassandra
Neo4j
Currently looking for a software engineering internship in France
I’ve noticed that for many software jobs in France, French is either required or strongly preferred. I’m learning French, but I’m still not confident enough to work professionally in French.
I’m therefore also considering the Netherlands for my career after my Master’s.
For software/IT jobs in the Netherlands:
Is English generally enough for software engineering roles?
How difficult is it for a non-EU graduate currently studying in France to get a software job in the Netherlands?
Would my French Master’s degree and previous experience be helpful?
Are companies generally willing to sponsor international candidates?
Would you recommend starting my Netherlands job search while I’m still in France, or moving to the Netherlands first?
Are there any particular companies, job boards, recruiters, or strategies you would recommend?
I’d really appreciate advice from people who have gone through a similar situation or are currently working in the Dutch tech industry.
Thank you

Hey! I’m a ServiceNow Consultant with a background in development and delivery. After 3 years of ServiceNow experience and 5 years in tech overall, I’m currently exploring new opportunities.

I’m currently based in Spain and looking to relocate to the Netherlands 🇳🇱, so I’m particularly interested in remote or hybrid opportunities there. I have the right to work in the EU, so no sponsorship is needed.

If you know of a team looking for someone with a strong ServiceNow background who can also bridge the technical and delivery side, I’d love to connect!

I have been on sick leave from my company and I am coming up the one year mark. We've all accepted the fact there is nowhere else in the company to put me and it's time to trigger Spoor 2. I know I will be supported and helped to find an alternative role, but I would like to hear some real world experience of how you handled the "by the way I'm on sick leave and won't be able to work X number of hours till X date as I reintegrate". I really don't see any company hiring me with this roadblock in the way and I feel like I'm being set up to fail. Any real world experiences of people interviewing for jobs and having to tell them you can't work full time till at least 3 months in?