Barcelonaruns on a handful of strong industries. If you’re job-hunting or weighing a move, here’s where the opportunities (and the big-name employers) are.
Top industries & employers
Technology & startups
Glovo, TravelPerk, Wallapop, Typeform, Mobile World Congress
A top European startup hub, anchored by the 22@ innovation district and the world's biggest mobile congress.
Tourism & hospitality
Hotels, restaurants, cruise & events
One of the world's most-visited cities, with a vast hospitality and events sector.
Pharma & life sciences
Grifols, Almirall, the Barcelona Science Park (PRBB)
A strong biomedical and pharma cluster around the city's research parks.
Logistics & automotive
Port of Barcelona, SEAT / Cupra (Martorell)
A major Mediterranean port and the heart of Spain's automotive manufacturing.
Design & creative
Architecture, fashion, product & graphic design studios
A global design capital with deep architecture, fashion and creative industries.
Business education & services
IESE, ESADE, consultancies, Banc Sabadell
Two world-top business schools and a deep professional-services market.
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