Multilingual Staff 

Success in any language

Sales or marketing operations locating in the Netherlands have access to a pool of highly skilled, hardworking, multilingual employees. A model of efficiency, dedication and flexibility, the Dutch workforce sets the pace for European productivity.

Success in Europe depends on employees who know its languages. The Dutch workforce is highly multilingual. Most Dutch are fluent in English, the primary business language in the Netherlands and throughout Europe. The majority of the Dutch population is also fluent in German and many in French. 

Many studies have shown that the availability of multilingual staff is the single most important factor for success for companies contemplating a European location. The fact is, very few places in Europe compare to the Netherlands for sheer volume of highly skilled, multilingual, business-savvy workers.

Top business skills

Top skills and high levels of productivity begin in Dutch schools. The entire Dutch educational system is geared towards meeting the needs of today's businesses and keeping its economy competitive. The Netherlands' Institutes of Higher Professional Education, Universities and secondary education institutions graduate a steady stream of quality candidates with the skills and attitudes your business demands.

Unlike other European countries, the Dutch emphasize practicality and business skills in their schools and universities. There are approximately 85 Institutes of Higher Professional Education, as opposed to 10 universities of a more academic nature, in the Netherlands. And Dutch public schools rank third in Europe for overall educational level.

Flexibility and motivation

Not only are Dutch workers known for their flexibility, they're also recognized throughout Europe for their motivation and dependability. Their working attitude is considered excellent. They're constructive, hands-on, pragmatic, cooperative and proactive.

Very little time is lost to labor disputes or labor relations as compared with Europe as a whole. Companies will also benefit from the small number of days lost to strikes and sick time. A model of efficiency and dedication, the Dutch work force sets the pace for European productivity. Their available skills cover a wide range of capabilities from entry level to senior executive. These include general business administration, accounting and financial services, customer support, marketing, distribution, IT, and more.

The Netherlands is also better at attracting talented foreigners and developing highly-qualified staff.

Another labor advantage found in the Netherlands is the ready availability of part-time employees. The Dutch are also flexible and accustomed to temporary contracts, whether long- or short-term. Flexible contracts are easy to negotiate here compared with other European countries. Wages and benefits are reasonable. Businesses benefit from the assurance that labor is ready when they need it, for as long as they need it.