u/whatdaphoyobro

I am applying for my spouse visa next week and I was wondering what other people’s experience has been trying to find work in the UK on a spouse visa?

I do not have a degree, but have 16 years working experience, including 7 years in management (fintech and healthcare operations).

I’m a bit anxious about how long it could take to find something. I’m willing to take any work, but I get the feeling my lack of “UK work experience” will make anything difficult to get.

I am American and will be marrying my British partner in 2 months. I’m planning on applying for my spouse visa shortly after.

We meet all financial requirements, but I’m a bit stressed about my own personal finances and finding a job after I arrive. I’ve heard the job market is pretty bleak.

I do not have a degree, but I have over 15 years working experience, most of which has been in customer support roles, but the last 7 years I’ve been in operations and customer experience management (as in, I’m a people leader that oversees a team).

For those who have moved to the UK in the last year or two, how hard has it been to land a job? And how long did it take?