Lanzarote is located in the Canary Islands, 130 km from the coast of Africa, and it is one of the most popular European holiday destinations. Lanzarote is a really appealing and unique island to live and work. It has a warm climate, sun almost all year round, crystal clear water, beautiful beaches, a relaxed atmosphere and a mix of locals and internationals.
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Club La Santa
Work at Club La Santa Lanzarote and enjoy an exciting job and a healthy lifestyle in a warm climate. Vacancies include sports instructors, sports massage therapists, shop assistants and hotel services.
Work in Lanzarote
Lanzarote is divided into 7 municipalities with a lot of companies and recruiters being located in the capital – Arrecife. Other towns where you can find work include Haría, Teguise, Tinajo, San Bartolomé, Tías and Yaiza.
For tourism and seasonal employment the best resorts to find work include: Playa Blanca, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise, Puerto Calero, Playa Honda, Caleta de Famara and Playa Blanca.
Summer Jobs in Lanzarote
Do you want to work a summer season in Lanzarote? This is one of the best time to find temporary and seasonal employment as there are lots of jobs in cafes, restaurants, bars, clubs, hospitality, sports instructing, childcare and more.
Due to the millions of tourists who visit Lanzarote every year some of the biggest employers on the island are holiday companies and hotels. Various roles are available for short and long term including reps, sales, pre, marketing, drivers, tour guides, receptionists, cleaners, bartenders, chefs and more.
Finding work outside of summer is more difficult but not impossible. There are expat jobs and professional careers available in Lanzarote in industries like IT, sales, marketing, healthcare, building and construction.
Working in Lanzarote FAQ
Is it easy to find work in Lanzarote?
In the tourism industry it is fairly easy to find employment as there are lots of vacancies available. But compared to mainland Spain and some of the other islands it is more of a challenge. For more options you might want to consider going to work in Tenerife, this island has a much bigger population of around one million people so there are a lot more positions available.
Language
Spanish, although English is widely spoken in the tourism hotspots. Knowing Spanish will really boost your job prospects and make finding work here easier. It will also help with integration.
Visa and requirements
Most employers require an EU passport. If you are applying from outside of the EU you will need to get a company to sponsor your visa. View more information about eligibility and criteria on our guide to working in Spain.
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