Madrid runs 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
Finance & banking
Santander, BBVA, the Bolsa de Madrid
Spain's financial capital, with the major banks and the stock exchange headquartered along the Castellana.
Technology & startups
Cabify, Jobandtalent, Google, Amazon, Microsoft
A fast-growing startup and big-tech hub; the South Summit conference and a new digital-nomad inflow.
Telecom & energy
Telefónica, Iberdrola, Repsol, Naturgy
Several of the largest IBEX 35 companies run global operations from Madrid.
Consulting & business
The Big Four, IE Business School, global law firms
A deep professional-services market and a top business-school ecosystem.
Aerospace & infrastructure
Airbus (Getafe), Ferrovial, ACS, Indra
World-leading engineering, construction and aerospace employers based around the city.
Tourism & hospitality
Meliá, NH Hotels, Iberia
A global tourism powerhouse and the home base of Spain's flag carrier.