Re: [tlug] Worth coming to Japan before getting a job?

["Timothy Trahan" <timothy.t@example.com>]

Hi David,

 

Quitting your current job without your next gig lined up can be a costly move. If you already have a visa, and you are willing to come here with little relocation assistance, it makes it much easier to get your foot in the door.

 

If you have finance experience you may be able to land a banking job from overseas. If you are new to the industry, most hiring managers won’t consider you unless you are already here.

 

Warmest regards,

 

Timothy

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From: tlug-bounces@example.com [mailto:tlug-bounces@example.com On Behalf Of David Bower
Sent: Friday, November 12, 2010 2:59 AM
To: tlug@example.com
Subject: [tlug] Worth coming to Japan before getting a job?

 

Hi,

 

Long time lurker here.

 

I am a UNIX admin with over 6 years experience in RHEL & Solaris with RHCE & SCSA. 

 

I would love to one day work in Japan, I hold a Japanese spouse visa, so I am eligible to work. Given the current climate, would it be silly to quit my current job, to come to Japan and try to look for work?

 

I have very little Japanese language skill (working on it) but I read that most jobs working with UNIX are based within english speaking banks anyway.

 

Any guidance would be appreciated.