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Things to know before taking up that job in Spain!

  Spain is a cultural haven that attracts tourists from all over the world. However, the pandemic had devastating effects on the Spanish economy as it did on every other nation. Spain's labor market was already under scrutiny for having high employment rates. Even on a good day the unemployment rate never fell below 7.9%  but during the pandemic, it fell down to 6.1%.  Once you find work in Spain, it would usually be with a secure contract, a 40-hour week, long lunch breaks, and several holidays. These usually come to highly skilled professionals in finance, engineering, business, and other fields that have a shortage of talent. Due to the pandemic, the government had set up new labor laws and many Spanish employees were able to keep and maintain their jobs. While the economic aspect of things might not look very bright at the moment, the national government and the European Union have agreed to channel new funding into Spain’s employment market. While the future holds ...