Overview of Hiring Activity
The foundit Insights Tracker in Singapore recorded a 2% rise in hiring activity month-on-month in June 2025, even as demand remained 12% lower year-on-year. This reflects an ongoing shift toward consolidation and optimisation following prolonged cycles of workforce expansion.
Hiring Trends by Industry (YoY numbers)
9 out of 15 industries saw hiring growth over the month.
In Demand:
- Hospitality & Travel (+6%) and Retail/Trade and Logistics (+4%) showed robust hiring linked to rising travel, tourism, and trade flows.
- IT, Telecom/ISP and BPO/ITES (+3%), BFSI (+3%), and Engineering & Real Estate (+3%) also contributed to the uptick, reflecting steady demand in core sectors.
Facing Challenges:
- Most industries remained flat or saw marginal declines, such as Consumer Goods (-4%) and Import/Export (-8%), pointing to cautious supply-side dynamics.
Hiring Trends by Functional Area (MoM numbers)
10 out of 12 functional areas remained stable or grew.
In Demand:
- Hospitality Roles (+6%), Customer Service (+3%), and Sales & BD (+2%) led the way, with continued demand for experience-driven roles.
- Engineering & Production (+3%) and Purchase/Logistics/Supply Chain (+3%) saw growth, tied to fulfilment and inventory strategies.
Facing Challenges:
- Marketing & Communications (-1%) and HR & Admin (-1%) showed slight dips, suggesting cautious hiring for support functions amid budget reviews.
About the foundit insights tracker
The foundit Insights Tracker (fit) Singapore, earlier known as the Monster Employment Index, is the leading guide to Singapore’s e-recruitment landscape. By examining millions of job listings, fit offers deep insights into hiring trends, role demand, and sector-specific shifts.
