Jobs in France

France is considered as one of the most advanced countries in the world. It is also a leader among European nations. France has the sixth largest economy in the world, along with a consolidated social services like education, retirement system etc. More than 400,000 jobs annually have been created in France over the last few years. Looking or opting for jobs in France has become a healthy choice for many potential candidates from all over the world and one can get the material for Interviews also like Questions, Tips etc. that can help in getting a job.

The official currency of France is Euro and the fiscal year is the calender year. Chemicals, machinery, transportations equipments, beverages, plastics, iron and steel, pharmaceutical products, perfume, aircraft etc are some of the export goods of France. Vehicles, machinery,equipment, aircraft, plastics,crude oil, chemicals, are some of the import products of this country. Belgium, Netherlands, Italy, Germany , Spain, United Kingdom, Italy, United States etc, are some of the major export and import partners of France.

The official language of France is French followed by the regional languages like Catalan, Breton, Provencal, Alsatian, Basque, Flemish, Corsican etc. Wheat, potatoes, beets, cereals, wine grapes,sugar, beef, fish,dairy products are some of the primary agriculture products of France. Few principal industries of France are:

  • Metallurgy
  • Aircraft
  • Textiles
  • Food processing
  • Tourism
  • Electronics
  • Chemicals
  • Automobiles
  • Machinery
  • Transport
  • Telecommunications
  • Agriculture(agri-foodstuffs)
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Banking
  • Insurance
  • Aerospace
  • Construction

Jobs in France are very demanding for graduates specially in national and multinational companies or employers and, they are also a prominent contributor to French economy.
Among the European union, France is also a leading producer in agricultural production. Overseas or immigrant employee(s) or candidate(s) have to gain working experience in his/her home country, before working here. Small and medium size enterprise (SEMS) are also considered as an important factor in employing number of students and graduates, and SEMS are developing very rapidly in France. EU/EEA countries (European Union, Lichtenstein Iceland, and Norway) are not required to have any work permit to work in France. The Eco-industry(water services) of France is a prime creator of jobs.

The normal working hours are 35 hours per week, except in few fields like, executive, manger of a company, domestic caretaker etc. In other words, people with particular working considerations may have to work, exceeding the normal hour of working per week. August is not a good time to apply for jobs, because this month is regarded in France as sacred and every thing relatively amounts to a halt. There are also eleven national or common public holidays in France and income tax is not deducted from your salary.

All in all if you have a little knowledge in French, both verbal and written apart from fluency in English, then jobs in France, could be a perfect professional platform for you to touch the sky.

Latest Jobs

Social Media / Web Coordinator

Company:

UNESCO

Job Title:

Social Media / Web Coordinator

Job Location:

Paris, France

Employment Category

IT

Apply By:

05/12/2011

 

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Material Manager

Company:

 Trefle Ingenierie

Job Title:

Material Manager

Job Location:

New Caledonia

County or nearby cities:

France

Employment Category

Management/Manager

Posted:

18/10/2011

 

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Deputy Material Manager

Company:

PPMS

Job Title:

Deputy Material Manager

Job Location:

France

County or nearby cities:

New Caledonia

Employment Category

Management/Manager

Posted:

12/10/2011

 

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Material Manager

Company:

 Trefle Ingenierie

Job Title:

Material Manager

Job Location:

New Caledonia

County or nearby cities:

France

Employment Category

Management/Manager

Posted:

18/10/2011

 

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