'employment opportunities' Jobs

Harpreet (203.134.202.35) - 07/15/05 05:41

Can somebody guide me for the job opportunities available in Uruguay. If there is someone interested to find well qualified employees, they can contact me.

Thanks

Harpreet

India

Comment #1 Dave from Alaska - 10/29/06 22:32

I am asking that same question, hehe

Comment #2 Harold (72.35.109.18) - 04/21/07 01:47

Dave;

Are you still in Alaska?

We are going south next month.

Comment #3 Fernando Leites (83.132.41.2) - 07/29/08 11:16

I`m from Uruguay

best rEGARDS,

FERNANDO LEITES

eguglielmone@hotmail.com

Comment #4 James (75.202.13.131) - 08/04/08 11:31

I am a pilot and a paramedic. is there any way to find out if there is job needs for these in your country?

James

Comment #5 Jack (63.176.159.119) - 09/22/08 07:16

I don't think you will find employment opportunities like you do in the USA... you have a few hurdles...

1) permission to work

2) language

3) wages

If you conquer the first two, you'll probably find that #3 doesn't offer you enough to live any kind of lifestyle your accustomed to.

It is also interesting that when you see people handing out resumes, they always include a color photo. You will probably also find that ones educational background and certifications hold much more weight than experience.

Comment #6 Angel Baiden (63.176.159.46) - 12/23/08 07:03

Is there freelance opportunities around Uruguay? I'm a networking professional, and I hope there is a spot for people like in you country.

Comment #7 Jonah Dieho (63.176.159.196) - 03/23/09 14:01

Are there any online writing opportunities I can apply for in Uruguay? I have been a writing articles for local newspapers company and websites here in our country. I hope you can help us out by linking a website which we can show our capacity and writing prowess.

Comment #8 moy (63.176.159.171) - 08/27/09 07:47

Job opportunities in that place should be numerous. Again, why would you consider moving abroad? In any case, the opportunities would favor Uruguayans first.

You could narrow your search to a specific profession and especially what you are qualified. No one, on the other hand looks for a job without at least a resume at hand.

Why not take a trip down to that place and then find out all the details?

Comment #9 Elaine (1) from Ireland - 08/27/09 08:25

Jobs aren't so plentiful here as we were once used to in the US and Europe (although things have changed there too now!)

Like has been said above....you have to be fluent in Spanish for most jobs here, although there are a few opportunities for english-speakers in the multinational companies outside the city in Zona America (a tax-free business zone).

Also it is very common (not just in Uruguay but in all developing countries really) that locals will always be given preference over foreigners...and as there aren't so many jobs you can be sure there will be local competition.

Also, what has been said about the wages is VERY true. Nomatter what your job, if you are earning in Uruguayan pesos you will quite simply not be able to live a life even near what you are accustomed to elsewhere.

All that said...there are many expats in Uruguay who work online. They do everything from distance interior design, travel agent work, article writing, financial services etc. Income generated outside of the country (even if you are working online within Uruguay) is not taxed, so many people live here for that reason.

Its very difficult to search for jobs from outside of the country, in fact I found it rather difficult to organize anything in Uruguay from outside! The best way to look for jobs (if you speak Spanish) is to look in the jobs section of the newspaper on Sundays. Or you could try contact "Tata" or "Sabre" or other companies out in Zona America (it always takes them a lifetime to get back to people so the sooner you do it the better!)

• Zone America Website

Comment #10 Alejandro del Pino from 6thMountfromEasttoWest - 08/29/09 10:14

Sabre Holdings is an American company related to the tourism industry. It's second largest center in the world is located in Montevideo. The Global Customer Support Center. At the moment there are almost 900 employees. The "official" language in Sabre is English but as it gives support to customers from all over the world, a second language is also welcome.

It is not necessary to speak Spanish to get a job in Sabre. I work there so please contact me if you want further information.

The Indian company Tata also has an important center dedicated mostly to development of Software and they hire English speaking people.

As Elaine explained, both companies have their offices in Zonamerica outside Montevideo.

• Foreigners in Uruguay

Comment #11 Dan from Norwalk, CT - 08/29/09 18:59

I wonder how much office workers in Zonamerica get paid. Do they make significantly more than their counterparts outside the zona franca?

Comment #12 Alejandro del Pino from 6thMountfromEasttoWest - 08/30/09 16:22

Hi Dan:

I believe that Sabre salaries are good for Zonamerica and general Uruguayan standards. This does not mean they are great as, in general, salaries in Uruguay are low. By international standards they would not be too good. How much one gets paid depends on the type of job you do.

• Foreigners in Uruguay

Comment #13 Ann (63.176.159.195) - 09/13/09 19:34

get a job for people who speak English is not very difficult, what trouble is that salaries in Uruguay can never be compared with the U.S. or Europe

try in ZONAMERICA link thats a good option

Comment #14 Elaine (1) from Ireland - 09/15/09 10:32

I have to disagree with Ann, I believe it IS difficult for English speaking people to get a job UNLESS they also speak fluent (or at least very good!) Spanish.

I also believe that in many cases if a Uruguayan employer is faced with 2 candidates of the same abilities and skills - one foreign, one Uruguayan, they will be more likely to hire the Uruguayan. This is not necessarily a bad thing, it was common in Ireland too when we were a poor developing country - it is a tendency to support your own.

Comment #15 Julia Zankoff (88.203.6.61) - 11/06/09 12:40

"LOOKING FOR SOME EMPLOYMENT IN MONTEVIDEO"

Hello to everybody in this forum!

I'd like to know more about the job-opportunities in Uruguay for an English -speaking European, citizen of the EU, having excellent post-graduate educational background in TV and Radio Media-broadcasting and TV-directing, and a successful managerial experience in International Business relations and marketing research, being fluent in most of the Slav languages.Couple of years ago I moved to Malta, where I have my own house and private business-consultancy company, but the market here is getting much narrow recently, and the global recession is reducing the business-possibilities further...In themeantime I reached a point in my life when I am starving for a radical change.Some friends recommended me Uruguay, as a peaceful and nice place to live and work...so, I would appreciate any kind of asistance re.the possibility to find a job-maybe as a beginning in the American Zone, as my practical Spanish is very poor.I already addressed Alex Del Pino, getting registered in one of his blocks, and I'd like to thank him and all other members of this forum for your previous and future opinions shared here!hope to hear from you soon!regards!JULIA

Comment #16 Elaine (1) from Ireland - 11/09/09 06:39

"Film making in Uruguay"

Hi Julia,

It sounds to me like you are highly qualified in your field, but you should know that many things in Uruguay are done on a very small scale. Uruguay is a country that is FULL of artists - and that includes film makers. There are some great independent films made and I have many friends who are involved in making shorts and documentaries. However these positions (especially in the beginning) don't yield a lot of money.

Off the top of my head I can't think of a particular job that could make use of all your language skills, but I'm sure there are some! Maybe contact the embassies of some of those countries whose language you speak, they may be looking for people or may know of somewhere that could make use of your many languages.

As Alejandro already mentioned, Zonamerica is a good place to start out if your speak English, however you should apply early because they can take a long time to contact you!

Good luck!

Comment #17 Elaine (1) from Ireland - 11/10/09 14:12

"Jobs opportunities"

Another idea is to keep an eye on the job opportunities at relevant embassies in Montevideo, but I think you will really have to be bilingual to get these positions. Here is whats on offer at the US Embassy:

• US Embassy Job Openings

Comment #18 Adriana Ramirez Carey (200.116.172.42) - 11/15/09 08:35

"Software Engineer/Programmer"

I am looking for a position in Uruguay. I am fluent in Spanish and speak English well. I have a masters degree and 20+ years experience.

Comment #19 Sam (77.42.0.182) - 02/21/10 22:31

Those are great qualifications and I must say that it would be much better and more easier for you to find a job not only in Uruguay but in some other countries as well. But considering that you already have a 20 years and more experience in the field, why not have your own firm? With that long experience I doubt if you wont be able to make it to success.

Comment #20 Brad (71.115.238.52) - 03/09/10 09:20

"Electrician, Street rod Builder, EV Builder"

I am an industrial Electrician (25+ years) and Electric Vehicle/Street Rod builder seeking to move to Uruguay next year. I also have experience in real estate developing and Import/Export. Are there any companies that utilize these skills, or do I need to form my own business linked to the U.S. To make a living?

The main reason we are moving there is to get away from the U.S. craziness, so I would rather not drag all of that down thee with us.

Any advice?

Thanks,

Brad

Comment #21 Alberto. (200.40.86.90) - 03/09/10 09:54

"Software Engeneer/Programmer"

Adriana, IT is one of the activities in which there's unemployment 0% for skilled people in Uruguay. Try these Uruguayan companies: www.genexus.com, www.quanam.com; www.ideasoft.com.uy; www.geocom.com.uy.

Where do you come from?

Comment #22 Alberto (200.40.86.90) - 03/09/10 10:03

"Spanish is almost mandatory."

For everyone else, let me enphasize that, except for some call centers as "Sabre" and a few other very specific jobs, fluent Spanish would be mandatory.

Comment #23 Rafiqul Islam (202.164.211.10) - 07/07/10 23:18

"Need a job"

Dear Sir,

Please give me a advice why I am job permute in Uruguay I am service holder in Bangladesh and by born Bangladeshi. II am interested because of World Cup I like your country you people.

Comment #24 Alberto (1) from Montevideo - 07/08/10 09:35

"Service holder?"

Rafiqul,

Thanks for your praise about our participation in the World Cup. Rather extrange as a motivation to migrate to Uruguay, but I asume you know what you are doing. Please, be more specific about your skills. It may be that I'm not a native English speaker but I don't know what is a "service holder". As a general rule, Uruguay is reaching what we call it's "structural" unemployment rate. That is, the current unemployment rate (around 7%) is more a consequence of the lack of propper skills of the unemployed than the lack of jobs. So, skilled people is more likely to find jobs, while unskilled people would have much more difficulty. My sugestion is that you should assess your own skills first. Also, take into account that you'll have to speak Spanish. Finally, remember we are not a developped country; so salaries, though they maybe higher than in Bangla Desh, are not comparable to first world salaries. Good luck with your decision.

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