'Contrasting priorities': New report shows disconnect in Singapore's job market
Singapore's job market appears to be disconnected amid contrasting priorities between advertised positions and in-demand roles, according to reports.
Indeed's 2024 Rising Jobs list found that jobseekers are turning heavily to service and support roles, contrary to innovative positions that are highly advertised on the platform between November 2023 and November 2024.
"This trend clearly paints a picture of a job market with contrasting priorities — employers chasing innovation while job seekers gravitate toward roles that feel accessible and practical," the report read, as quoted by CNBC.
According to the report, the most in-demand roles throughout the year include:
Saumitra Chand, career expert at Indeed, said the preference for the top two roles is reflective of their ability to offer "simplicity, flexibility, and a sense of control."
"These positions allow individuals to step away from the relentless pressure of long hours and rapid deadlines," Chand told CNBC.
On the other hand, the report found that the roles that showed the highest growth in job postings are:
According to Chand, the demand for sales and marketing managers comes as businesses seek to stand out in a "crowded digital marketplace."
"As sectors like technology, lifestyle, and e-commerce continue to grow, marketing professionals play a crucial role in driving revenue and shaping brand identity," the career expert said as quoted by CNBC.
Singapore's ongoing emphasis on innovation and infrastructure development is also driving roles for machine learning and civil engineering, according to Chand.
