Are there jobs for English-only speakers in Gothenburg?

[Fraser_Reeves]

How difficult (or easy) is it to find companies that would hire English-only speaking candidates? I work in the digital/tech industry but interested more generally as well.

[Duncan_Geere]

Not so easy without an existing network. There are jobs, but basic Swedish helps a lot.

[Fredrik_Borg]

Hi Fraser,

There are jobs for non-Swedish speaking within tech in Gbg, however, most employers would prefer you to at least show an honest willingness to learn Swedish. I think the reason for this is the Swedish informal corporate culture, decisions often being informally made (in Swedish) over a coffee rather than in a formal meeting (where English would be used).

Let me know if you need any support in your job search, I co-founded a tech-recruitment firm in Gbg some years ago and still have contact with the ones running it. If so - send me an email at fredrik.cj@gmail.com.

[Fraser_Reeves]

Hi Fredrik,

Thanks for your reply and insight - appreciate it.

I'm certainly keen to learn Swedish and have started to pick up some of the basics. I've got some time to improve as we're looking to make the move next year, so that's a focus for me.

Oh fantastic, I'll keep that in mind and reach out if I need some help with my search. Thanks again!