LinkedIn reports top companies to work with in Singapore in 2024

• Financial institutions remain dominant with DBS Bank holding the top spot again.
• The healthcare, pharmaceutical and biomedical sectors see a significant jump, with five companies in the top 15 compared to two last year.
• Schneider Electric is a notable addition to the top spots, diversifying the rankings beyond just finance.

LinkedIn has released the list of the best companies for 2024, highlighting the top 15 working sectors for career growth in Singapore. Financial firms lead the ranking, highlighting the sector’s focus on employee experience and adaptability in integrating artificial intelligence.

LinkedIn’s evaluation criteria were based on key principles such as career opportunities, skill development, company stability and gender diversity.

DBS Bank took first place for the second year, beating out its rivals such as OCBC and HSBC. The healthcare, pharmaceutical and biomedical sectors are also highlighted. Five companies from these sectors rank at the top, up from two on last year’s list.

Notably, only six companies maintained their positions compared to the previous year.

Financial institutions dominate the rankings, with Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management, automation and sustainability, making a notable addition by securing the second position. This diversifies the top spots beyond the financial sector.

The full top 15 list includes:

1. DBS Bank
2. Schneider Electric
3. Standard Chartered Bank
4. American Express
5. OCBC Bank
6. Singlife (a subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company)
7. Procter & Gamble
8. BD (Becton Dickinson and Co)
9. Abbott
10. Mastercard
11. Takeda
12. Roche
13. S&P Global
14. Alphabet Inc.
15. HSBC

Each position on the list is also described in detail about the most important skills, most common job titles, largest job functions and remote work availability.

Only companies with more than 500 employees in Singapore by the end of 2023 and a stable workforce were included.

Staffing agencies, educational institutions, government agencies and LinkedIn’s own parent company, Microsoft, were not included in the rankings.

According to LinkedIn’s Asia Pacific editorial director, LinkedIn’s annual list is an essential resource for seasoned executives and entry-level job seekers alike. It provides insight into the roles, skills and job functions in demand at these firms.