If you’re trying to seek a new role but cannot secure an interview, you’re not alone.
68% of professionals in Singapore intend to seek new job opportunities in 2025, exceeding the global average of 58%.
Yet, despite this widespread interest in career moves, 61% say that the job search has become tougher over the past year.
At the same time, half of hiring professionals are also struggling with a shortage of qualified candidates, with only 3.4% of applications fully meeting their criteria.
Nearly 80% say there’s a mismatch between the skills professionals have and what companies need, and their biggest challenges are finding candidates with the right soft and technical skills.
If you’re on the job hunt, don’t fret—LinkedIn recently released their annual Jobs On The Rise list on January 16, which reveals the top 15 fastest-growing roles in Singapore.
For this list, LinkedIn ranked jobs in the Singapore market based on both job listings and members who said they held that job from the start of 2022 to end-July 2024.
Here’s a breakdown of these in-demand positions, along with the required key skills, to help guide your job search:
Fastest-growing jobs in Singapore
| Job Title | Job Description | Most Common Skills Required | Annual Growth Rate | |
| 1 | Food & Beverage Assistant | Assist with preparing, serving, and organising food and drinks for smooth operations in dining or hospitality settings. | F&B Operations, Customer Service, Communication | 92.0% |
| 2 | Artificial Intelligence (AI) Researcher | Develop machine learning algorithms and models to advance AI and solve complex problems. | Natural Language Processing (NLP), Large Language Models (LLM), Data Science | 81.0% |
| 3 | Electrician & Instrumentation Technician | Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and instrumentation equipment for reliable operation. | Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering (EIE), Electrical Troubleshooting, Project Commissioning | 78.0% |
| 4 | Sustainability Consultant | Advise organisations on strategies to enhance environmental performance, reduce resource use, and adopt sustainable practices. | Sustainability Strategy, Carbon Management, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) | 62.5% |
| 5 | Quantitative Developer | Create and implement mathematical models and software solutions to analyse data and inform financial or technical decision-making. | Quantitative Finance, Python (Programming Language), C++ | 60.2% |
| 6 | Artificial Intelligence Engineer | Develop and implement AI models and algorithms to solve complex problems and improve processes. | Large Language Models (LLM), Natural Language Processing (NLP), Python (Programming Language) | 55.6% |
| 7 | Platform Engineer | Design, build, and maintain software platforms to ensure scalability, reliability, and integration with other systems or applications. | Amazon Web Services (AWS), DevOps, Go (Programming Language) | 51.3% |
| 8 | Technical Sales Engineer | Combine technical expertise with sales skills to offer tailored solutions to customers and promote technical products or services. | Technical Product Sales, Technical Sales Consulting, Mechanical Engineering | 44.7% |
| 9 | Facilities Coordinator | Manage the maintenance and operation of buildings and infrastructure to ensure they are functional, safe, and compliant with regulations. | Facilities Operations, Facility Management (FM), Operations Management | 43.8% |
| 10 | Quantitative Researcher | Develop and analyse mathematical models to interpret data, forecast trends, and inform decisions in areas such as finance or science. | Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Financial Modeling | 40.2% |
| 11 | Support Associate | Assist with customer or internal queries, addressing concerns, providing information, and ensuring efficient operations. | Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving | 39.6% |
| 12 | Technical Support Engineer | Provide technical support, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure the proper operation of products or systems. | Aircraft Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, Field Service Engineering | 36.7% |
| 13 | Tax Specialist | Ensure compliance with tax regulations by preparing, reviewing, and advising on tax returns and related financial matters. | Corporate Tax, Tax Advisory, Tax Compliance | 31.6% |
| 14 | Legal Specialist | Provide advice on legal matters, review documents, and ensure organisations operate within the law. | Corporate Law, Legal Compliance, Civil Litigation | 31.5% |
| 15 | Presales Consultant | Support the sales process by analysing client needs, presenting solutions, and demonstrating product or service capabilities. | Solution Selling, Consulting, Product Demonstration | 30.8% |
How to navigate the tough job market
Interestingly, two-thirds of the jobs on the latest list are new to the list, highlighting the fast-evolving employment landscape in Singapore.
To navigate the tough job market, Catherine Fisher, LinkedIn Career Expert, said that simply applying for more roles won’t be enough.
“Professionals need to shift their approach and be more strategic in applying for roles that match their skillset and look for ways to stand out.”
For example, you could start by taking courses and attending workshops and conferences to bolster your skillset.
If you’re looking to switch careers into any other roles, you could also consider enrolling in the SkillsFuture Career Transition Programme (SCTP), which supports mid-career individuals in acquiring industry-relevant skills to improve employability.
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