10 Free Job Portals Singapore-Based Recruiters Can Use

October 4, 2024
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Did you know that in the fourth quarter of 2023, a total of 61.5% of retrenched workers in Singapore re-entered the workforce within six months of being laid off? [1] It’s safe to say that now is a good time for Singapore-based employers to look for talent to fill those empty seats. And the best place to start spreading your job opportunity and connecting with potential candidates is none other than the job portals. Of course, there are many job boards to choose from out there. To help save you time, we’ve done some homework and come up with a list of the best free job portals. Let’s dive into it!

10 Best Free Job Portals for Singapore-Based Recruiters

Although this list makes things easier for you by narrowing down the job portal selections, one thing you can’t get away from is manually posting your jobs on each job board. Needless to say, it is a time-consuming task, and if you’re not careful you might make some errors like looking over some sites or not completing the job posting. This is where an Applicant Tracking System like Manatal comes with the job board integration feature which connects you with over 2,500 channels and platforms. You can push out our job ads across these sites in one click.

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Now that we’ve got the solution, let’s go through the job portals!

1. JobStreet

Being one of the largest and most popular job portals in Southeast Asia, including Singapore. JobStreet has been a trusted platform for both job seekers and employers. This job portal offers a comprehensive database of job seekers, advanced search filters, and screening tools that help you conveniently find the right candidates. It also provides insights into salary trends and company reviews, making it easier for you to understand the job market.

2. GrabJobs

GrabJobs is a popular and user-friendly job portal among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore. The site comes with automated interview scheduling and candidate screening features, designed to save your time and make the process run more smoothly.

3. CakeResume

CakeResume is a global job portal that focuses on tech and business jobs. It is known for its visually appealing resumes and user-friendly interface. The site allows you to share three job openings for free and provides a unique resume builder that helps job seekers create professional resumes quickly.

4. FastJobs

FastJobs is a job portal particularly popular for part-time, contract, and temporary positions. The site focuses on providing a fast and efficient hiring process. It offers features like instant messaging and job alerts, which help you quickly connect with potential candidates.

5. Indeed

Known as a global job portal that compiles job listings from various sources, including company websites and job boards, Indeed is widely used by both job seekers and employers across Singapore.
The site offers free job postings and a large database of resumes. It also provides tools for screening and filtering candidates, helping you easily match potential candidates for your open jobs.

6. LinkedIn

Being a household name when it comes to connecting job seekers to employers. LinkedIn is also another good choice for a job portal in Singapore. You can share job posts on LinkedIn for free and leverage your professional network to find suitable candidates.

7. MyCareersFuture

MyCareersFuture is a government initiative aimed at helping Singaporeans find jobs. It is managed by Workforce Singapore (WSG) and provides a range of resources for job seekers and employers. The site offers job matching based on skills and experience, ensuring a better fit for the role. It also provides information on government support programs and training opportunities.

8. Glassdoor

Known as a site for company reviews and salary information, aside from job listings, Glassdoor is considered to be a job portal that covers open roles in Singapore as well. Other than allowing you to post jobs for free, Glassdoor also offers tools for managing employer branding and responding to reviews.

9. Foundit

Foundit is a job portal focusing on connecting employers with job seekers across the Asian region. You can share jobs on Foundit for free and access a wide resume database. It also comes with a skills assessment feature, helping you target potential candidates for the job quickly.

10. JobsDB

Last but not least, JobsDB is another well-established job portal for Singaporean employers and job seekers. It is known for its extensive job listings across various industries. It caters to a wide range of job seekers, from fresh graduates to experienced professionals. 

Hiring in SG: By the Numbers

  • Singapore experienced a slight increase in job vacancies in December 2023 to 79,800.
  • According to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), higher-paying spaces like financial and insurance services, as well as professional services saw a rise in job vacancies from 5,100 to 7,200 and from 5,600 to 6,200, respectively.
  • While the information and communications sector had higher job vacancies compared to the pre-pandemic period.
  • Overall, the ratio of job vacancies to unemployed individuals in Singapore increased to 1.74 in December 2023. [1]

Conclusion

The rising job vacancies in Singapore show a good opportunity for you to jump into the job market and find talent for your open roles. We've narrowed down the list of good job portals to help you reach potential candidates faster. Good luck with the headhunting!

Citations:

1. Straitstimes

Rungpisit Vorakamnueng

Rungpisit Vorakamnueng or Mek is a Senior Content Marketing Specialist at Manatal. He is a passionate writer who likes to constantly up his game by learning about innovations and technologies. When he's not focusing on writing about recruitment topics, he likes to practice martial arts and seek out the coolest sneakers.

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Manatal is a sophisticated, easy-to-use, mobile-friendly, and cloud-based applicant tracking system that helps companies achieve digitalization and seamless integration to LinkedIn and other job boards. The team at Manatal is very supportive, helpful, prompt in their replies and we were pleased to see that the support they offer exceeded our expectations.
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Manatal has been at the core of our agency's expansion. Using it has greatly improved and simplified our recruitment processes. Incredibly easy and intuitive to use, customizable to a tee, and offers top-tier live support. Our recruiters love it. A must-have for all recruitment agencies. Definitely recommend!
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