In a recent survey conducted by Randstad, the world’s largest talent agency, 41% of Singaporean respondents expressed a desire to change jobs to improve their work-life balance. This finding is part of the 2025 Employer Brand Research, which surveyed 2,522 working adults in Singapore. The study highlights that alongside work-life balance, 36% of respondents are motivated by the need for higher salaries due to rising living costs.
The research, independently conducted by Kantar, also indicates a decline in job-switching intentions. Between July and December 2024, 17% of respondents changed jobs, a 2-point decrease from the previous year. Furthermore, only 31% plan to switch jobs in the first half of 2025, marking a 3-point decline year-on-year.
David Blasco, Country Director at Randstad Singapore, emphasised the importance of employee retention, stating, “Employers need to pay attention to their employees’ growth, well-being and happiness to reduce these push factors.”
Sector-specific data reveals that tech and finance professionals are the most likely to consider job changes in 2025, with 43% of tech talent and 37% of finance professionals planning to switch. However, the tech sector is facing a tougher job market, with only 11% of tech workers securing new positions between July and December 2024, down from 16% the previous year.
The full results of the 2025 Employer Brand Research will be released on 25 June 2025, offering further insights into employee motivations and engagement factors.
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