Job Resources
There are several resources that can help an expatriate secure a position in France.
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Employment Trends
Unemployment is France's primary economic problem. Future growth in the manufacturing sector is vital to sustain overall economic growth in the country.
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Information Technology
Although France is suffering from a bleak employment market overall, the IT industry holds some prospect for job seekers.
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Engineering
The industrial/manufacturing sector, which hires engineering talent, has experienced great difficulty over the last few years as multinationals shift their investments and workforces to developing economies.
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Accounting and Finance
Since 2008, financial markets have been at an all-time low worldwide and France is no exception.
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Tourism and Leisure
Paris was visited by 25 million tourists, an increase of 500,000 or two percent from the previous year, making the French capital the most visited city in the world.
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Top Companies
Euler and Hermes, BNP Paribas Group (Paris, France) and Societe Generale S. A. lead the list of employers with the highest revenue in France.
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Business and Networking
French labor law plays an important role in employee representation and organized labor, so trade councils are important.
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Financial Considerations
As a country, France is considered to be one of the least expensive European countries in which to live. The notable exception to this rule is the Paris metropolitan area.
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Work Permits/Visas
All visas must be issued in the applicant's country of residence and cannot be renewed or changed after arrival in France.
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Resume/CVs
When writing to a prospective employer in France, it is important not to send an exhaustive résumé/CV. Two pages can be justified when the applicant has at least eight years of professional experience.
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Interviewing Advice
During the job interview process, a candidate should not be surprised to be asked very personal questions, which in some countries would be considered discriminatory and illegal.
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Cultural Advice
Rank most definitely has its privileges in France. Hierarchy is something to be respected.
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Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
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