Conversion process is fairly straight forward, it just depends on where you decide to do it.
With your hours you might be able to bypass the required the ground school portion and do self-study for the exams. However, you should plan on having to sit the 14 written exams. I have airline time in the US and there are subtle differences between the two systems. However, be prepared for a theoretical heavy test.
Right to work in the EU is a must. No way around that. Similar if an EU citizen wished to work in the US.
And the job situation is bleak.