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Best Recruitment Agencies in Singapore
Find top recruitment and staffing agencies in Singapore. Whether you're looking for specialized talent or general hiring support, explore experienced recruitment firms that understand the local market and can help you build the perfect team.
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Business +4 more | |||
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Engineering +5 more | |||
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Singapore's
Economic indicators
30
World ranked
Singapore ranks 30 in the world by current economic output
$501.4bn
Nominal GDP (US$)
GDP reflects the overall size and economic strength of the country's economy.
8
APAC ranked
Singapore is ranked 8 in APAC by economic output in the region
GDP growth (%)
GDP growth explained
The chart compares how GDP has grown for Singapore, its region, and the world over the last seven years. Positive growth indicates an expanding economy; negative growth may signal contraction and affect hiring activity.
3%
Current rate
▼ 1.8% reduction
Inflation represents the rate at which prices rise and purchasing power diminishes. High inflation may prompt employees to seek higher wages, potentially impacting company profitability and hiring strategies.
Singapore's inflation rate
16 weeks
Maternity leave
16-week paid maternity at 100% salary, split before/after birth; 2-week paternity leave at salary up to $2500/week; in Singapore, fathers can share 4 weeks of maternity leave.
14 days
Sick leave
Employees with 3+ months of service are entitled to up to 14 days of paid sick leave and 60 days of hospitalization leave, with salary paid by the employer. Outpatient and hospitalization leave days increase with the length of service.
Cost of living
Cost of living index explained
The cost of living has a direct impact on salary expectations and the competitiveness of compensation packages. It can influence the appeal of certain locations for both employers and candidates.
Singapore's
Labor market
Singapore vs world population age distribution
5.7m
Population
Singapore has a population of about 5.7m. The chart compares its age distribution with the world average—useful context for workforce size and long-term hiring demand.
11 days
Minimum annual holidays
Minimum annual holidays reflect mandated leave. Hiring in countries with high allowances (over 25 days) may require emphasizing work-life balance when recruiting.
45 hrs
Average working full time week
Standard workweek: Mon-Fri, up to 9 hrs/day or 44 hrs/week. Overtime not required by law and often considered part of the salary.
3.5%
Current percentage
▼ 0.1% reduction
Singapore's unemployment rate is healthy, indicating a well functioning labor market with good job opportunities for most people. Between 2022 and 2023, there was a small decrease in unemployment, suggesting continued economic stability with a slight improvement in job availability
Unemployment rate
Singapore's
Top performing companies and industries
Top performing companies
- Flex
- Jardine Cycle & Carriage
- Golden Agri-Resources
Top industries
- electronics
- financial services
- petroleum refining
Ratio of males to females (by age)
76 / 62
Male
In Singapore there is a medium gap in participation rates between males and females, indicating moderate inequality with some progress towards gender parity.
Singapore's
Religion and ethnicity
Religion
In religiously diverse countries, a broad sourcing and engagement approach whilst appealing to inclusive practices resonates with this candidate market. In homogeneous environments, understanding dominant cultural norms is often more important when engaging with talent.
Ethnicity
In ethnically diverse countries, there may be a greater variety of candidates with different cultural backgrounds. Employers may need to focus more on inclusive hiring practices to attract talent from across different ethnic groups.