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With jobs for at least 55,000 full time workers, Leeuwarden is the economic driver of the Province of Friesland and for this reason offers many job opportunities. The head offices of ING, Achmea and Aegon are situated in Leeuwarden. Large companies in general and financial services in particular are further represented by the main branches of Royal Friesland Foods and the Centraal Justitieel Incassobureau (Central Fine Collection Agency).

The presence of these sectors creates opportunities for highly educated workers – but also opportunities for small and medium sized businesses in Leeuwarden.

Leeuwarden’s water technology expertise is growing and its ambition is to become the Capital of Water Technology. In contrast to other cities, Leeuwarden also distinguishes itself in areas like sustainable energy and the serious gaming industry. And, as regards careers in the health care insurance and broader financial services categories, Leeuwarden has plenty to offer college and university graduates.

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