Will I be able to find a job in Singapore?

"High tech manufacturing, shipping and banking. Services industries are growing slowly. Manufacturing is struggling at present. Banking firms have recently sent a lot of expats home. Shipping is struggling to maintain business with stiff competition from Malaysia. Times are tough in Singapore but things will improve. Do not expect to arrive and look for a job though, you will need to have something lined up before you get here," explained one expat living in Singapore, Singapore.

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"Foreigners often have jobs in Singapore in a variety of industries, such as hospitality, finance, technology, and education. They may work as hotel staff, financial analysts, software engineers, and English teachers. Other popular jobs for foreigners include marketing, sales, and customer service roles," said another expat in Singapore.