This is what you should consider before changing jobs in 2025

Why many will change jobs in 2025

As we enter 2025, more and more Norwegians are considering changing workplaces. Many are looking for new challenges, better pay, or a more attractive work-life balance. At the same time, the job market has undergone significant changes in recent years, with increasing demands for flexibility, digital competence, and adaptability. Before taking the leap, it’s important to have a good plan to find the dream job – and not least to avoid ending up in the wrong place.

Ask yourself these questions before changing jobs

• What do you want to achieve? Is it higher salary, career development, better working environment or more flexibility that matters most?
• What skills do you have, and what do you lack today? Some choose to change jobs because they miss challenges, others because their current role does not allow for development.
• What does the job market look like in your industry? Check updated statistics and trends so you can anticipate demand and salary levels (SSB wage statistics).
• How will the change affect your finances? Set up a realistic budget and consider whether you can manage a possible transition period without income.

Understand salary expectations and the market in 2025

Knowing the salary level in the relevant industry gives you a crucial bargaining chip. According to recent figures from Statistics Norway (SSB), the average salary in Norway has risen steadily, but there are still significant differences between various occupational groups. Check which positions pay the best, and use wage statistics actively in salary negotiations. On Lønna.no, you can compare salaries in different positions before applying.

What is important for you – and the employer?

Although salary is crucial for many, a good job change also involves other factors: working environment, development opportunities, leadership culture, and flexible working hours. Take time to investigate what employers in your industry offer and what they expect from you. A strong network and good references are often decisive in the competition for the best jobs.

This is how you evaluate the job offer

• Request a written offer, and review all terms carefully, including salary, vacation, pension, and insurance.
• Consider how a new workplace might affect your work-life balance.
• Talk to former or current employees about the working environment, leadership style, and development opportunities.

Practical steps for a safe job change

It’s important to plan the transition period: Do you have a right to notice? Have you accrued vacation days or are entitled to a severance pay? Familiarize yourself with the employment contract, and make sure you have clear arrangements with your current employer before signing a new agreement.

CV, application, and preparations

An updated CV and a well-crafted application lay the foundation for standing out among many applicants. Clearly state what you have achieved, what skills you possess, and how these make you attractive for the job you are applying for. Feel free to use digital tools to track job applications and follow up on interviews. Lønna.no offers tools that help you create both a CV and application, and keep an overview of the entire process – easily and free of charge.

Tips for a good first impression:

• Prepare thoroughly for the interview, and have examples of results you have created.
• Be clear about why you want to change jobs, and what you wish to contribute to the new employer.
• Show interest in the company and ask relevant questions.

Find available jobs and stay updated on the market

The opportunities in 2025 are many, and it pays to be proactive. Apply broadly – but targeted. Use digital job portals to stay updated on both new and relevant positions. On Lønna.no, you can filter jobs by industry, salary, and location, so you find jobs that actually match your wishes and needs.

Summary: How to ensure a good job change

• Set your own goals and check both salary, conditions, and environment before changing jobs.
• Be aware of which skills you want to further develop.
• Prepare well – use both CV tools, application templates, and job seeker functions on Lønna.no.
• Use official sources for both salary and industry statistics (SSB Statistical Bank).

By having a solid plan, realistic expectations, and good preparations, 2025 may be the year you take your career to new heights!