COTD: Singaporean workforce job satisfaction declines

Millennials reported the largest drop in job satisfaction.

The Singaporean workforce Job Satisfaction index has declined by 9 percentage points (pp) since 2024, driven by a drop in job security (-13pp) and job satisfaction (11pp), according to a ManpowerGroup report.

Millennials reported the largest drop in job satisfaction, with a decrease of 21 pps.

The report also found that 50% of managers are bracing for possible job loss in the coming six months. Whilst this is the case, 66% of employees believe their managers have their backs.

Moreover, employee confidence inched up by 1 pp since 2024, driven by a reported increase in career development (+5pp), and experience and skills (+8pp).

Further, gender inequality persists in 2025, with women (58%) reporting fewer career moves and promotions, whilst 69% of men report having opportunities for promotion.

Additionally, half (53%) of Singapore’s workforce experiences moderate to high daily stress levels, with Gen Z (62%) reporting the highest daily stress.

This is despite the workforce finding their work meaningful and purposeful (75%) and feeling aligned to the organisation’s values (72%).

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