15 fastest-growing professions in S'pore, according to LinkedIn's Jobs on the Rise 2025

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:

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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