Looking for jobs in Amersfoort? The city is home to European headquarters of major international companies - and is the base of Abroad Experience itself. Centrally located between Amsterdam, Utrecht and the wider Netherlands, Amersfoort offers genuine international career opportunities for multilingual professionals and expats.
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Amersfoort is one of the most strategically located cities in the Netherlands - positioned directly between Amsterdam, Utrecht, the Veluwe and the eastern Netherlands at the intersection of the A1 and A28 motorways. The city is home to over 15,000 businesses and 81,000 jobs, including the headquarters of major international companies. For multilingual professionals and expats, Amersfoort offers a compelling combination of international career opportunities, a high quality of life and lower living costs than the Randstad.
Our office is at Studio Offices, Stationsstraat 79C in Amersfoort. We have been connecting multilingual professionals with international employers across the Netherlands since 1998 - with deep knowledge of the local job market and direct relationships with employers in the city and surrounding region. When you register with us, you are working with a team that genuinely knows Amersfoort.
Amersfoort has a growing international community, driven by its concentration of multinational companies and its position as a convenient base for professionals working across multiple cities in the Netherlands. English is the working language at many international employers in the city, and several companies operate across borders with global teams.
With 27 years of experience and offices in Amersfoort, Abroad Experience has built direct relationships with employers in the region. We know the companies, we know the vacancies and we know what it takes for an international professional to succeed in the local market.
Amersfoort's economy is led by ICT, engineering, food and agriculture, healthcare and professional services. The following sectors regularly offer opportunities for multilingual and international professionals:
Yokogawa's European headquarters is based in Amersfoort, employing over 600 people from 33 nationalities. The company - specialising in industrial process automation - is one of the most international employers in the city and regularly seeks multilingual technical and support professionals.
FrieslandCampina and Nutreco both have their headquarters in Amersfoort. These global food and nutrition companies employ thousands of international professionals and regularly seek multilingual candidates in logistics, finance, customer service and commercial roles.
Amersfoort has a strong cluster of ICT companies, including Extron Electronics (professional AV technology), Royal HaskoningDHV and numerous software and IT service providers. IT support, engineering and digital professionals are in regular demand, often in English-language environments.
International companies in and around Amersfoort regularly seek German, French, Spanish and Italian speakers for customer-facing and order management roles. These positions typically operate in English and require no Dutch.
Amersfoort's central location on major transport corridors makes it a strategic logistics hub. International coordinators, planners and customer support professionals are in regular demand across the region's logistics and distribution sector.
The concentration of international headquarters in Amersfoort generates consistent demand for finance, accounting and business support professionals. Roles in controlling, reporting and HR administration are regularly available for multilingual candidates.
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It depends on the role and the employer. International companies such as Yokogawa, FrieslandCampina, Nutreco and Extron Electronics operate across global teams and frequently use English as their primary working language. Roles in IT, customer support, engineering, logistics and finance at these companies are often accessible without Dutch.
For roles with local client contact, or within Dutch-market focused companies, some Dutch can be an advantage. However, a growing number of international jobs in Amersfoort are open to candidates who speak English only.
Learning Dutch will always help with integration and long-term career growth in the Netherlands, but it is not a barrier to starting your career in Amersfoort as an international professional.
In addition to full-time professional roles, Amersfoort offers a range of part-time and flexible job opportunities for English-speaking and multilingual candidates. Whether you are recently arrived in the Netherlands, balancing other commitments or looking for a flexible entry into the Dutch job market, there are options available.
Part-time jobs in Amersfoort for English speakers are regularly available in:
A part-time position in Amersfoort can be a valuable first step into the Dutch job market, helping you build local work experience and professional contacts while you settle into life in the Netherlands.
If you are relocating to Amersfoort from outside the Netherlands, your right to work depends on your nationality and situation.
EU and EEA citizens can live and work in the Netherlands without a work permit. Non-EU professionals typically require a residence and work permit, usually arranged in cooperation with the employer. The Netherlands has specific visa options for highly skilled migrants and international professionals.
For official and up-to-date guidance, visit Dutch government immigration resources or discuss your situation with a potential employer.
Abroad Experience is a multilingual recruitment agency headquartered in Amersfoort. We have been placing international professionals across the Netherlands since 1998 - with particularly deep knowledge of the Amersfoort job market and direct relationships with key employers in the city. Our services are completely free for candidates.
Our consultants guide you through every step - from identifying suitable vacancies to preparing for interviews and negotiating your contract.
English-speaking jobs in Amersfoort are available across industrial automation, food and agriculture, ICT, logistics, customer support and finance. Major employers including Yokogawa, FrieslandCampina and Nutreco operate in English across many functions and regularly hire multilingual professionals.
Yes. Abroad Experience is headquartered at Studio Offices, Stationsstraat 79C in Amersfoort. We have operated from this city since 1998 and have direct relationships with employers across the Amersfoort region. When you register with us, you work with a team that genuinely knows the local job market.
Not for many international roles. Companies such as Yokogawa, FrieslandCampina, Extron Electronics and Nutreco operate globally and frequently use English as their working language. A growing number of jobs in Amersfoort are accessible without Dutch, particularly in IT, engineering, logistics and multilingual customer support.
The largest international employers in Amersfoort include Yokogawa (European headquarters, industrial automation, 600+ employees from 33 nationalities), FrieslandCampina (global dairy and nutrition, headquartered in Amersfoort), Nutreco (global animal nutrition), Extron Electronics and Royal HaskoningDHV. Johnson & Johnson Medical also has a presence in the city.
Yes. International companies in and around Amersfoort regularly seek German, French and Spanish speakers for customer service, order processing and commercial roles. These positions typically operate in English and require no Dutch.
Amersfoort is an excellent city for expats who want to work in a genuinely international environment while avoiding the high costs and crowding of Amsterdam. The city has excellent transport links to the rest of the Netherlands, a high quality of life, a compact and accessible city centre and a growing international community.
Salaries in Amersfoort follow Dutch market standards and vary by sector, seniority and contract type. Combined with a lower cost of living than Amsterdam or Utrecht, the salary-to-lifestyle ratio in Amersfoort is often very competitive. Employers typically communicate salary ranges during the initial application process.
You can browse our current vacancies and apply directly, or submit an open application. One of our consultants will get in touch to discuss your profile and find the best match. Our office is based in Amersfoort and our services are completely free for candidates.
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