The multicultural environment in Sweden adds an extra dimension to the work place. The vast majority of Scandinavians speak English on a very high level. The quality of life is enhanced through the high standards of a social security system that is available to all. It is important to take into account these high standards when evaluating the whole compensation package.

Lund is located in the province of Skåne, with a total population of about 1 250 000. Along with Copenhagen, Skåne today is part of the Öresund region, a highly dynamic area with short commutes to the rest of Europe. The employment market in Lund, Malmö and the Greater Copenhagen area offers a wide range of interesting jobs, in the private and public sector, for partners.

It is easy to commute to Lund from the rest of Skåne as well as the Greater Copenhagen area. A variety of property types can be found in locations ranging from rural to suburban, depending on your requirements.  Our relocation firm is happy to show you around when you visit Lund for your second interview.

Lund and Skåne offer quality housing at internationally competitive prices.

Some examples:

• Suburban villa  - from 300.000 €
• Suburban terraced house – from 250.000 €
• Two-room apartment in central Lund – from 150.000 €

Apartments or houses in Sweden are normally purchased or rented with fully equipped kitchen with fridge, freezer, stove, oven, microwave and dishwasher normally included.

High Quality Social Services

Sweden offers high quality social insurance and societal services, such as childcare and health care, free of charge or at a very low cost. Schools offer high quality education, free of charge.

Some examples:

• social insurance – free
• kindergarten/pre-school child care – up to 130 € per child per month
• after school childcare - up to 80 € per child per month
• public and private schooling up to high school level – free
• international schooling – free
• university tuition – free
• planned health care – free
• medical visit with general practitioner – 12-20 €

Sweden’s family policies are very generous. Some examples:

• parental leave – 480 days paid leave, per newborn child.
• children’s allowance – around 100 € per child per month.
• childcare – available for all children