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How to Find a Job in Singapore
The fastest job search in Singapore combines a tailored resume, 8–12 targeted applications a week, and at least two referral conversations a week rather than mass applying.
Volume feels productive and rarely works. A focused, measured search converts far better.
Where Singapore roles are posted
- MyCareersFuture — strongest for local employers and government-linked roles
- LinkedIn — strongest for MNCs, tech and regional roles
- Company career pages — often posted before the aggregators
- Recruitment agencies — useful in finance, legal, engineering and executive search
- Referrals — consistently the highest conversion route
A weekly cadence that works
- 1Pick two target role titles and stick with them for four weeks.
- 2Send 8–12 tailored applications per week, not 50 generic ones.
- 3Have two conversations a week with someone inside a target company.
- 4Log every application, stage and outcome in one sheet.
- 5Review the funnel weekly and fix the leaking stage.
Diagnose the leak
| Symptom | Likely cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| No replies | Resume or match | ATS check and per-role tailoring |
| Screens but no interviews | Story and positioning | Rewrite summary and top bullets |
| Interviews but no offers | Answer structure | STAR practice and evidence |
| Offers you do not want | Targeting | Reset the role and company criteria |
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Frequently asked questions
- How long does a job search take in Singapore?
- For most professional roles, six to twelve weeks from a focused start. Senior and niche roles take longer.
- Should I use recruiters?
- Yes, for two or three agencies in your specialism. Treat them as one channel, not the whole search.
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Last reviewed 2026-06-01 by the Thrivn team.