## Barcelona Jobs: March 2019 Snapshot

**Overview**

In March 2019, Barcelona's job market reflected the city’s dynamic economy, with opportunities spanning technology, tourism, creative industries, and more. The city’s appeal for both local and international job seekers remained strong, driven by its vibrant startup scene, established multinational companies, and thriving hospitality sector[4][5][7].

**Key Sectors and In-Demand Roles**

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## Brussels Approves Czech EP Corporate’s Entry into Eroski

The European Commission has approved the entry of Czech investment group EP Corporate into Eroski, one of Spain’s leading supermarket chains. This approval clears the way for EP Corporate to take a 50% stake in Eroski’s operations in Catalonia and the Balearic Islands, marking a significant step in Eroski’s strategy to focus on its core regions in northern Spain[6][9].

**Background and Strategic Impact**

## The Unresolved Legends of Antoni Gaudí: Masonry, Alchemy, and Mystical Symbolism

Antoni Gaudí, the iconic Catalan architect, remains shrouded in legend and speculation, with persistent theories linking his work to Freemasonry, alchemy, and esoteric traditions. While Gaudí’s deep Catholic faith and fascination with nature are well documented, the enigmatic symbols embedded in his masterpieces have fueled debates about hidden meanings and secret affiliations.

**Masonry and Esoteric Influences**

## Jobandtalent Becomes Spain’s Newest Unicorn After €440 Million Funding Round

Jobandtalent, the Madrid-based workforce marketplace, has cemented its status as Spain’s latest unicorn after raising €440 million (about $500 million) in a Series E funding round led by Swedish investor Kinnevik and SoftBank Vision Fund 2. This round brings the company’s valuation to approximately $2.35 billion (€2 billion)[3][5][10].

**Key Highlights**

## The Link Between Gut Enteric Neurons and Parkinson’s Disease

**Emerging research increasingly connects the gut’s enteric nervous system (ENS) with the onset and progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD).**

## Promover Barcelona: Estrategias para un Futuro Sostenible y de Calidad

Barcelona está redefiniendo su estrategia de promoción, apostando por la calidad y la sostenibilidad en lugar de la cantidad de visitantes. El objetivo es atraer turistas, congresistas e inversiones que aporten valor real a la ciudad, priorizando la cultura, la innovación y la responsabilidad social y ambiental[8][10][11].

**Nuevas Prioridades en la Promoción Turística**

## Open Arms Refugee Rescue Ship Saves 250 People in the Mediterranean

The Catalan NGO Open Arms has rescued 250 people in the Mediterranean Sea during its latest mission, which began on November 4. Over the course of a week, the rescue ship conducted three separate operations, saving lives from dangerous situations at sea[5].