The job search
The Austrian labour market offers numerous opportunities to find the right job, be it through digital platforms, networks or personal contacts. With a clear strategy, the right tools, application documents and expertise, the job search becomes easier and clearer.
Job Advertisements
Job application processes in Austria are rather traditional. Positions are usually advertised online on one or more job platforms or networks, and the applications received are then screened.
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Filters and Search Engines
Most job platforms in Austria offer filter options that make it easier to find relevant jobs. This also applies to many corporate career sites. Job offers can be filtered according to location, field of work, qualification, job function as well as the possibility of working from home and salary.
A special characteristic of Austrian job advertisements is the mandatory indication of the (minimum) salary. The often quoted 'willingness to pay more' can vary from employer to employer. The weekly hourly rate for full-time work can also vary according to the employer (see chapter 4).
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Keywords
Jobs may have different titles in adverts. For example, if you are searching for 'project manager', you may also want to consider terms such as 'project leader', 'project coordinator' or industry-specific titles such as 'scrum master'. This will broaden the 'hit list' and increase the chances of finding more relevant opportunities.
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Tipp
In general, it is not always necessary to meet all the qualification requirements – two-thirds is a good guideline for you to apply. If you are unsure whether you should apply based on your qualifications, you can always ask the recruitment contact person (often stated in the advert).
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A Closer Look at Job Advertisements
As corporate culture is very important in Austria, many advertisements link to the relevant sections of the company's career page, which may be helpful for your application. In addition to the required qualifications, the "cultural fit", i.e. how applicants identify with the company's values, is also important in the application process. Most Austrian job advertisements also include information about (fringe) benefits for employees, such as a financial support for the use of public transport. Austrian job adverts distinguish between "mandatory" requirements, such as your qualifications, and other "desirable" or "advantageous" skills and requirements.
The information in the advertisement is important not only for your application, but also for your interview. It is worth saving screenshots of relevant adverts, as these may be removed during the application process. This shows your genuine interest in the role. Also, application confirmation emails may not contain the contact details of the recruiter responsible – you will usually only find this in the job advertisement.
A successful application process requires well-designed documents, a good interview and a strong network; use contacts and professional platforms to find out about job opportunities. Employers who treat (international) applicants professionally and respectfully can be recognised by the BEST RECRUITERS seal of approval and can be found through the support services of WORK in AUSTRIA.
An international work force enriches us with different perspectives and experiences, which significantly increases our innovation potential. Martina Auer-Klass (PORR)
Job search support
If you are a resident of the EU/EEA, you can contact the Public Employment Service Austria (AMS) via the European Job Mobility Portal (EURES) before you arrive in Austria and view job vacancies.
You can also use the WORK in AUSTRIA TALENT HUBWORK in AUSTRIA TALENT HUB (), where you can create a profile with a CV in German and English to be discovered by Austrian companies. On the TALENT HUB you will also find many job adverts from Austrian companies that are specifically looking for international specialists.
In addition to the active job search, a job agent can be set up in the Talent Hub, which searches for jobs with the selected criteria on an individualised basis. The Talent Hub also allows the automatic creation of a CV, thus saving time in the job search and application process. Austrian companies can search for specialists in the desired ESCO occupational groups and create search profiles. The Talent Hub in turn works with the help of a skilled labour agent and suggests the latest suitable profiles of skilled workers.
Another function is the JobMAPS. You can see exactly in which city or in which region the jobs in your desired speciality can be found. You can apply directly by clicking on ‘Apply directly’ in the relevant job advert. A separate message centre in the Talent Hub, linked to your specified e-mail, gives you the opportunity to receive e-mails and job offers from companies and to reply to them. As soon as you have been accepted for a job, we will be happy to answer any further questions you may have about the immigration process or about living and working here.
Further Information
The TALENT HUB matches your qualifications and your defined dream job with jobs currently available at Austrian companies that are looking for skilled people like you.
The matching process is based on the ESCO and ISCO classification system (European and International Skills, Competences and Occupations) and is, therefore, able to understand your job definition and find a suitable match in Austria.
More information about the WORK in AUSTRIA talent hub for skilled workers.
More information about the WORK in AUSTRIA talent hub for Austrian companies.
