Malta Job Search
Your guide to finding jobs in Malta
Are you looking for employment within Malta? This guide helps you find suitable jobs in Malta and give you handy tips.
Malta is a friendly island located in the Mediterranean Sea. It has a warm climate most of the year and boasts some of the oldest historical temples found in Europe. The Maltese people are very friendly and welcoming.
iGaming
Pentasia and Peritus Group are employment agencies who specialise in iGaming recruitment and have offices in Malta. Or you can visit the Lotteries & Gaming Authority´s website for a list of licensed companies.
There is a lively social atmosphere within the iGaming community including monthly parties. Visit www.igamingsocial.com for more information.
If you are looking for a job in the online gaming industry then Malta is a good place to look. There are over 150 gaming companies covering poker, casino, bingo, sports book (odds betting, sports betting) and games of skill. Languagess are an asset, especially Polish, Spanish and Scandinavian languages.
Pentasia and Peritus Group are employment agencies who specialise in iGaming recruitment and have offices in Malta. Or you can visit the Lotteries & Gaming Authority´s website for a list of licensed companies.
There is a lively social atmosphere within the iGaming community including monthly parties. Visit www.igamingsocial.com for more information.
The SmartCity@Malta Project
An exciting project is being developed which includes a new ICT and Media Smart City based upon the models of Tecom Investments. Over an 8 year period, The Smart City is projected to create over 5000 jobs in numerous fields. More information.
Work Permits
If you are not Maltese you will need a work permit. Even though Malta is now part of the EU those from member countries still require a work permit. However, permits are not normally refused. Your prospective employer would deal with the application and will guide you through your parts of the process.
We hope this has been useful to you in your search for jobs in Malta. Please sign our Guestbook - all feedback welcome.
If you are considering moving to Malta bear in mind the following:
- On average it takes 3 months to find jobs in Malta.
- Do not expect to hear back within days of your application. Recruitment takes time and you will often hear back a lot later than you expected, sometimes weeks later. You may not hear anything at all. Keep notes of who you have applied to and when so you dont lose track should you hear back from them weeks later.
- Start your job search before you move to Malta. Ideally do not move to Malta until you have got a job, unless you can afford to be unemployed for a time.
- Language skills are an asset. Being able to speak Maltese is a definite bonus as many employers prefer a level of spoken and written Maltese. Due to proximity of Malta to Italy, there are a lot of local business ties - therefore being able to speak Italian is also an advantage.
- The cost of living is low in some areas, but relatively high in others. For example, the local buses are cheap, but buying a car is expensive with parking problems. Consider this when looking for somewhere to live/work.
- The Maltese are given preference over foreigners - it is not always the best person on the day as local factors are taken into consideration.
- Maltese wages are low in comparison to other areas in Europe. Be prepared to lower your salary expections (this depends on the industry you are in).
There are a few ways of helping your search for jobs in Malta.
- Sign up with the employment agencies.
- Check the local newspapers.
- If you know someone in Malta, utilise word of mouth recommendations.
Sign up with the employment agencies
By signing up with the job agencies you can be sure that someone is looking for a job for you when you do not have the time. They will contact you when a suitable position arises. Those listed on this site have websites which list job vacancies and so you can keep your eye on them and apply for any you are interested in.
Check the local newspapers
The newspaper which lists the most vacancies is The Times of Malta. Check the classifieds, but also advertisments for the latest vacancies. If you are not in Malta, you can check their website for vacancies also. The Times of Malta.
Word of mouth recommendations
If you have contacts in Malta do not hesitate to use them if they are willing to help. A recommendation from family or friends can be useful and they will sometimes know about vacancies before they are advertised.
By signing up with the job agencies you can be sure that someone is looking for a job for you when you do not have the time. They will contact you when a suitable position arises. Those listed on this site have websites which list job vacancies and so you can keep your eye on them and apply for any you are interested in.
Check the local newspapers
The newspaper which lists the most vacancies is The Times of Malta. Check the classifieds, but also advertisments for the latest vacancies. If you are not in Malta, you can check their website for vacancies also. The Times of Malta.
Word of mouth recommendations
If you have contacts in Malta do not hesitate to use them if they are willing to help. A recommendation from family or friends can be useful and they will sometimes know about vacancies before they are advertised.
