Job Seekers, Grab Your Skills – Singapore’s New Hiring Rush
Forget the old playbook: your résumé’s past job titles and school diplomas can’t keep you in the job market’s limelight any longer. Singapore’s Skills Path programme is flipping the script and putting what you can actually do straight into the hiring spotlight.
What’s the Buzz About?
- LinkedIn’s Launchpad – The platform rolled out a pilot on August 13, calling it “a fresh route to get hired.”
- “Hiring based on skills, then hand‑crafting growth on the job,” Feon Ang, LinkedIn Asia‑Pacific MD, said.
- Post‑Covid, talent gaps widened. E‑commerce doesn’t need a diploma; it needs hands‑on know‑how.
Who’s Jumping In?
CapitaLand, Carousell, foodpanda, Lazada, NTUC Enterprise, OCBC Bank, Zalora, Zuellig Pharma—yes, you guessed it, BIG names are on board. They’re looking for:
Recruiters, Data Analysts, Supply‑Chain Coordinators, and more.
How Does It Work?
- LinkedIn will surface the right gigs by matching your proven skills, starting next month.
- You can polish those skills with free LinkedIn Learning courses and validate them.
- Show off your personality with a short video or written introduction—because soft skills matter too.
- If you land the shortlist, a recruiter will hit you up in two weeks.
Positions on the Menu
- Customer Service Guru
- Data Analyst Extraordinaire
- Project Manager Whiz
- Recruiter Mastermind
- Supply‑Chain Coordinator
- Sales Development Pro
Not Just a Whistle‑Stop
LinkedIn isn’t stopping at job offers. They’re rolling out virtual workshops that teach you how to:
- Build a killer LinkedIn profile
- Decode what firms are actually looking for
- Stand out in a crowded market
These sessions run from October to November—so, grab a seat before the seat disappears!
Why This Feels Like a Game Changer
LinkedIn’s CEO Pitch, Feon Ang, said, “The shift to a skills‑based economy? You can’t do it alone.” It’s a rally call for companies, governments, and candidates—all pitching in to close that skills gap.
With Skills Path, the next big thing isn’t the fancy title on your résumé; it’s the actual power you bring to the table.
Future of work
Why Skills Are the New Gold in the Post‑Pandemic Job Market
Imagine a world where your résumé is less about yesterday’s chores and more about the fresh ideas you can bring tomorrow. That’s the vision many forward‑thinking companies are chasing.
Speak from the Frontline: Zalora’s Louise Pender
- Skills over Credentials – Louise says that in today’s dynamic workplace, the future potential of a candidate trumps the old‑fashioned work history.
- Future‑Proof Hiring – “Think of skills as your new currency,” she quips, highlighting how these abilities pave the way for success in an ever‑changing economy.
Foodpanda Singapore’s Inclusive Edge: Judit Hordai
- Broadening Perspectives – Judit champions a hiring approach that celebrates a wider spectrum of qualities, not just the typical CV marks.
- Competitive Advantage – “It levels the playing field for everyone” while opening doors to a richer, more diverse talent pool of Singaporean talent.
Bottom Line
From Zalora to Foodpanda, the common thread is clear: skills are the new currency, and inclusive hiring opens doors for all. The future of work isn’t just about the roles we fill—it’s about the talent we discover.
