Jersey - The Facts
With long sandy bays in the south and rugged cliffs in the north, Jersey is the largest of all the English Channel islands. Despite relaxed culture, The island has a thriving economic scene offering professionals challenging and interesting work, as well as that much sought after quality of life.
Located 85 miles from the English coast and just 14 miles from the coast of France, Jersey has distinguishing Anglo-French features. Many places bear French names however the most commonly spoken language is English. Some locals still speak a unique Jersey-French dialogue however traditionally there is still a loyalty to the British crown. There are several daily flights from the UK to Jersey with the journey flight time being approximately one hour.
With mild winters and cool summers, the landscape of Jersey is admirable and appealing for those wishing to experience a calm and measured lifestyle. Not just famous for creamy milk and their crop of potatoes, the Island of Jersey is also an internationally recognised offshore jurisdiction with 60% of the island’s revenue generated through Finance and the Support industries. Jersey's finance centre offers qualified professionals an opportunity to work in an environment that is far more relaxed than main-land financial districts. Income tax has remained at a flat rate of 20% for decades.
Living and working in Jersey
Jersey offers its professionals the opportunity to work in smaller teams than they are used to and therefore become integral to the business they join. They will also work closely with their clients in an environment where they will be treated as a valued member of the team. Due to the size of the island, commuting distances are negligible which mean there is more time to enjoy outside work pursuits. Jersey has a thriving sporting and social community and it is easy to make friends in a place where there are so many like minded people keen on socialising and their careers.
Salaries are considerably high and with the favourable tax position UK professionals are roughly 50% better off in real terms. Relocation expenses and temporary accommodation and transport are also included as standard in most packages.
What we can do for you
Michael Page Offshore has a team that specialise in recruiting professional roles across the following disciplines:
- Finance; Accountancy, Banking and Insolvency Practitioners
- Legal
- Leisure
- Insurance
- Property and Construction
We are able to help English-speaking professionals from all countries in their job search. We have helped relocate professionals from all over the world; from one offshore jurisdiction to another and also complete relocation from UK, US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, India and South Africa for example. Candidates have been placed into some of the finest paid jobs in the world for their sector.
Our consultants have a detailed knowledge of living and working in offshore jurisdictions and regularly spend time in each. As a result they are always available to offer first hand advice on relocating to a new country. We are not only able to help find you jobs, but are able to;
• arrange video conferences,
• advise on work permits/visas
• assist in travel arrangements for on island interviews
• negotiate the best salary for you based on our knowledge of the local market
If you want to start a job search in Jersey our team are ready to give you realistic and detailed advice on your prospects in the offshore employment market.
