Job offers abroad - how to find a good job?

The market is constantly evolving new job offers abroad, and online and teleworking jobs with various foreign countries are also becoming increasingly popular. But how do you avoid falling into the trap of unscrupulous employers and find a really good job? In this article, you will learn the main things to look out for when looking for a job abroad.

There are lots of job offers, but not all of them are credible

Many people are tempted by jobs abroad, but it's important not to fall into the trap of scammers. The internet is full of adverts offering easy and well-paid jobs without experience or a contract. Unfortunately, this is often just a scam - you never get paid once the job is done. Often these offers come with great promises, but when the contract is signed it turns out that the conditions are far from the first impression. Don't trust adverts that don't clearly define the terms of the job and only give an „indicative“ salary.

Remote job offers abroad: dangers to avoid

Online job offers to work remotely with foreign companies are becoming increasingly popular. This can be a great earning opportunity, for example, for aspiring virtual assistants (find out more about this here). It is important for teleworkers to be cautious and to evaluate each offer carefully. Particular care should be taken with online job offers that offer high salaries for simple tasks such as data entry or product testing. In such cases, it is a good idea to check the employer's reputation, read reviews and ask for a formal contract. It is also worth checking whether the employer is even a registered company.

Job offers abroad - earning 3x more than in Lithuania

Working abroad often attracts a much higher salary than in Lithuania. For example, in the manufacturing and logistics sectors, salaries abroad are sometimes 2-3 times higher than the average salary in Lithuania. However, it is also important to consider the cost of living: food, rent, transport and other expenses.

Most recruitment agencies help with accommodation, so living costs can be minimal in some cases. In addition, working abroad often gives you the opportunity to learn new skills that can be useful when you return to Lithuania. This can be a great opportunity to make international contacts, gain experience of the international market and open the door to better job opportunities in the future.

It's also worth bearing in mind that if you plan to work abroad in a month or more, it's a good idea to consider temporary jobs in Lithuania before you leave. Retiva offers a range of temporary job offers with guarantees, even for short periods.

New job offers abroad are sometimes old

When looking for a job, it's often the case that some companies post the same jobs over and over. This can mean several things: either employees are leaving quickly due to poor conditions, or it's just hard to find the right candidate. New job adverts are not always genuinely new - sometimes they are just rewritten to change certain conditions, the nature of the job or the salary on offer.

If you notice that the same employer keeps updating their adverts and offering higher salaries, they may be struggling to find skilled workers. In this case, if you have the right competences, you may have more bargaining power to get better conditions.

It is also important to check that the job advert contains contact details and that the company exists in the official registers. If you see an advert with vague descriptions, unclear salaries or strange requirements, it is a good idea to look further or ignore it.

Reliable work abroad - 5 key points in brief

•  Checking the reliability of the company - search for reviews, check company registration details and other information online.
•  Analyse job advertisements - whether the information is clear and the conditions offered are realistic.
•  Do not accept offers without a contract - A formal contract guarantees rights and remuneration.
•  Assessing the cost of living - a high salary may not be enough if the cost of living is also high.
•  Check for hidden taxes - some recruitment agencies may charge additional fees that they do not inform you about at the start. UAB „Retiva” provides all services free of charge to jobseekers and charges absolutely no fees. The salary paid is the one stated in the employment contract.

When choosing a job, it's not just about the salary on offer, but also about reliability, conditions and long-term prospects. It is therefore always worth taking the time to check the employer, review the contract and analyse the information in detail.