https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Whether you have recently arrived in Norway or have worked here before but are now unemployed or looking for a new opportunity, this is how you should start your job search. https://www.thelocal.no/20240126/first-steps-what-to-know-when-searching-for-a-job-in-norway Fri, 26 Jan 2024 13:21:27 +0100 first-steps-what-to-know-when-searching-for-a-job-in-norway Starting a career in Norway can be challenging for foreign residents. However, kindergartens are becoming a solid choice for steady work and long-term integration. Recent rule changes have made this path more accessible to those with degrees from abroad. https://www.thelocal.no/20260127/how-norways-kindergartens-are-increasingly-offering-foreigners-a-career-path Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:41:45 +0100 how-norways-kindergartens-are-increasingly-offering-foreigners-a-career-path With more competition in Norway’s job market in 2026, some sectors are booming, while others face growing challenges due to language barriers. So what do recruiters say you need to succeed? https://www.thelocal.no/20260127/what-the-experts-say-do-you-now-need-norwegian-to-get-a-job-in-norway Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:44:43 +0100 what-the-experts-say-do-you-now-need-norwegian-to-get-a-job-in-norway Norway is a great country to live and work in, and many point to the high salaries as a major pull factor. Here’s what you need to know about the wages in Norway. https://www.thelocal.no/20240419/five-things-to-know-about-wages-in-norway Fri, 19 Apr 2024 15:04:05 +0200 five-things-to-know-about-wages-in-norway If you are going to be looking for a job in Norway in 2026, then expect the job market to be far more competitive than in previous years. https://www.thelocal.no/20260112/fewer-jobs-more-applicants-what-job-hunters-in-norway-should-expect-in-2026 Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:30:48 +0100 fewer-jobs-more-applicants-what-job-hunters-in-norway-should-expect-in-2026 The launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’ has moved a step closer. It will be the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers. https://www.thelocal.no/20251122/explained-what-the-approval-of-the-eu-talent-pool-means-in-practice Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:00:02 +0100 explained-what-the-approval-of-the-eu-talent-pool-means-in-practice For those entering the Norwegian labour market, it is important to consider joining a union. There are several things to take into account before deciding which provider is right for you. https://www.thelocal.no/20200122/explained-why-should-i-sign-up-with-a-norwegian-trade-union Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:34:01 +0100 explained-why-should-i-sign-up-with-a-norwegian-trade-union The unemployment rate in Norway rose to 4.5 percent in May, the highest level recorded since the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, according to new statistics. https://www.thelocal.no/20250626/unemployment-in-norway-hits-highest-level-since-pandemic Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:09:04 +0200 unemployment-in-norway-hits-highest-level-since-pandemic Applying for jobs in Norway isn’t just about your CV and experience. Two international professionals and an HR expert tell Mari Wachelke that it's really all about conversations, cultural context, and a fair bit of patience. https://www.thelocal.no/20250619/what-no-one-tells-you-about-job-hunting-in-norway Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:20:35 +0200 what-no-one-tells-you-about-job-hunting-in-norway While being fluent in Norwegian will notably increase your prospects of finding a job, multiple professions don't require mastery of the language. https://www.thelocal.no/20230605/which-skilled-jobs-in-norway-dont-require-fluent-norwegian Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:51:45 +0200 which-skilled-jobs-in-norway-dont-require-fluent-norwegian Norway has a shortage of workers in several key sectors, according to the results of a nationwide survey published by the Norwegian Labour and Welfare Administration (NAV) on Thursday. https://www.thelocal.no/20250508/in-numbers-the-workers-norway-needs-most-in-2025 Thu, 08 May 2025 14:06:20 +0200 in-numbers-the-workers-norway-needs-most-in-2025 Unemployment has been creeping up this year in Norway, and is now back to 2.5 percent, the same level seen in January. Here are the counties with the highest joblessness. https://www.thelocal.no/20240827/map-where-is-unemployment-highest-in-norway Tue, 27 Aug 2024 14:13:50 +0200 map-where-is-unemployment-highest-in-norway Norway's known for its high wages, but how much do workers in its highest paying sectors take home each month? https://www.thelocal.no/20230109/what-are-norways-highest-paying-occupations Mon, 09 Jan 2023 16:26:15 +0100 what-are-norways-highest-paying-occupations Norwegians typically earn higher average and median wages than their foreign counterparts, with some professional fields having large discrepancies. https://www.thelocal.no/20230804/working-in-norway-do-foreigners-get-paid-less-than-norwegians Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:33:01 +0200 working-in-norway-do-foreigners-get-paid-less-than-norwegians Unemployment in Norway has recently risen to its highest level in over two years, figures from Statistics Norway show, with some industries more heavily affected than others. https://www.thelocal.no/20240227/should-workers-in-norway-be-worried-about-a-rise-in-unemployment Tue, 27 Feb 2024 13:05:09 +0100 should-workers-in-norway-be-worried-about-a-rise-in-unemployment Companies across Europe are in need of workers but a lack of mobility for workers across the European Union means most do not recruit from abroad. The EU is making moves to remedy the situation. https://www.thelocal.no/20231204/why-few-companies-in-europe-are-hiring-workers-from-abroad-despite-shortages Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:43:40 +0100 why-few-companies-in-europe-are-hiring-workers-from-abroad-despite-shortages Regardless of whether you just moved to the country or are already living in Norway and want to change positions, job hunting can be challenging. The Local has compiled a list of six tips to help you navigate the process and improve your odds of landing a job. https://www.thelocal.no/20230116/six-ways-to-improve-your-chances-of-finding-a-job-in-norway Mon, 16 Jan 2023 12:07:40 +0100 six-ways-to-improve-your-chances-of-finding-a-job-in-norway Working a winter sports job in Norway is a dream for many people. Here's what you need to know about finding a job in the winter sports industry. https://www.thelocal.no/20210824/how-to-find-a-winter-sports-job-in-norway Tue, 24 Aug 2021 11:34:52 +0200 how-to-find-a-winter-sports-job-in-norway Nine staffing agencies have filed a damages claim against the Norwegian government following the introduction of a clampdown on the rules for staffing and subcontracting. https://www.thelocal.no/20230906/firms-sue-the-norwegian-state-over-sub-contracting-crackdown Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:21:15 +0200 firms-sue-the-norwegian-state-over-sub-contracting-crackdown The Norwegian state will be sued over a crackdown on temp working rules introduced earlier this year, which are considered a breach of its agreement with the EEA. https://www.thelocal.no/20230721/why-firms-in-norway-want-to-sue-the-state-over-a-staff-agency-crackdown Fri, 21 Jul 2023 15:55:12 +0200 why-firms-in-norway-want-to-sue-the-state-over-a-staff-agency-crackdown