We respect organisations that have been around the block for a long period. And being founded in 1975, JAC Recruitment is the longest-running international recruitment agency in Singapore. 

We notice JAC Recruitment has grown by leaps and bounds since its inception. It now has reach in 11 countries and relationships with quite a number of firms. 

We find that its close relations with multiple firms is its leading advantage, actually. With this, professionals are effortlessly matched with the most suitable job opportunities.   

Given its worldwide ties, JAC Recruitment naturally specialises in a great number of industries. This is another advantage that we noted. 

Whatever industry your profession falls under, you are likely covered by this recruitment agency. Its specialisations include finance, IT, tourism and sales, to name a few. 

What we love about JAC Recruitment is that the people here do not simply match employees and employers. The recruiters go out of their way to assist job seekers and companies.

The job seekers and companies we surveyed shared nothing but praise. We observe two common themes: responsiveness and precision.

We like that recruiters are responsive and, more importantly, patient when communicating with job seekers. 

We also went through the whole process of finding a job, so we know firsthand how frustrating it can be. Having good support can mean a lot.

For companies, the recruiters’ attention to detail gives them the impression that they are indeed provided with highly skilled individuals who truly fit the job description. 

We cannot argue that IT is the hottest industry of late. It’s part of the reason we included Randstad in our list – because it is reputed to be a leader when it comes to recruitment in this field. 

In fact, it is considered one of the best recruitment agencies not only in Singapore but also in the Asia and Pacific region.

To give you an idea of how well recognised the company is, it was selected as the ‘Agency Recruitment Leader of the Year’ in 2020 (APAC Insider’s Business Awards). It has received many other awards.

In 2022, Randstad was also awarded the title of the ‘Most Innovative HR Team’ (HRD Asia) and the ‘Most Human-Centric Career Development & Recruitment Agency’ in Singapore (APAC Insider). 

We are convinced that Randstad is a solid choice for companies and job seekers. The agency makes recruitment appear straightforward, not at all overwhelming.

When it comes to companies, we reached out to those that worked with Randstad for HR solutions. And they shared how thorough and proactive the Randstad team were. 

For job seekers, we think the most helpful feature of Randstad is their benchmarking report. What we love about this service is it’s free yet comprehensive.

But if you think Randstad is just for those who want to work in IT, you’re wrong. The agency also recruits for more than 10 sectors such as engineering and life sciences.  

What we find slightly disappointing is that vacancies for positions abroad are limited in the Singapore database. This is despite having branches in more than 30 countries.

Most people have already heard of Morgan McKinley. It is an international brand after all. 

We think its international presence cannot be discredited. It means local job seekers as well as international ones can have numerous opportunities to match with major companies just about everywhere. 

When it comes to specialisation, it often has listings in several sectors. These include banking services, legal, sales and marketing, supply chain and procurement and technology. 

From what we’ve heard, almost every level of talent is welcomed by the agency. Executives and mid-level and entry-level employees are able to land a job with the aid of the recruiters. 

We find that the agency’s wide range in terms of location is also advantageous to job seekers and firms. Its 17 branches are in known financial centres around the globe.

In addition, we view the remote delivery service as valuable. Morgan McKinley can scout and place prospective employees in nearly every corner of the world. 

Moreover, we like that the agency provides companies with key insights into improving their hiring process. It has a resources hub that is a fountain of pertinent information. 

Tools like salary guide calculator and job description templates sure come in handy, too. We particularly love how user-friendly they are.

Furthermore, the agency’s pricing model is flexible. Employers can request a quote, and they are not required to pay any fees unless the agency finds the perfect candidate.

It’s no wonder Morgan McKinley is one of the go-to recruitment agencies in Singapore. We believe it’s because it goes beyond basic recruitment.

When looking for a recruitment agency, you can’t go wrong with a Fortune 500 company. That’s why we make sure Manpower has a spot in this list.

In particular, if you are an IT professional, we highly suggest Manpower to elevate your career trajectory. This recruitment agency specialises in the IT sector.

But don’t be discouraged just yet if your expertise is not in the IT field. Manpower has listings in customer service, engineering and pharmaceutical companies, among others. 

It does not hurt to check their listings if you are seeking either permanent or contractual work. However, if you are a freelancer, we think you’re better off with another agency.

Manpower does not focus on temporary gigs that come with hourly rates. Nevertheless, we like that the agency assists job seekers in all levels, from executives to fresh grads.

It’s a pity that the database of Manpower Singapore doesn’t include job opportunities outside the country, though.

Still, Manpower is a multinational company. We cannot guarantee, but you can see if Manpower has a branch in your dream location.

Check the site of the country you desire to work at. Vacancies are updated consistently, so there may be hope for you. 

We think that Robert Walters, with more than 30 locations worldwide, is a powerhouse for a number of reasons. For one, it is internationally acclaimed. 

It has swept up many awards and has been named an industry leader in different countries. Of course, Robert Walters Singapore has its share of rave reviews from companies, too.   

The second reason is that the agency is on top of trends. It taps experts for insights to ensure that clients receive advice that greatly benefits them. 

What we love about this in particular is that although experts are consulted, periodic research is simultaneously conducted. Hence, the tools and information are data-driven and updated.

Our survey results reveal that job seekers and companies feel well-guided by the consultants in Robert Walters. Speaking of that, we think they are yet another reason the company is among the best in this field.

You see, consultants in Robert Walters are not solely HR specialists. They are actually experts in the industries they recruit for. 

This means that the industry networks and professional relationships of the recruiters aid them in creating the perfect match between applicants and organisations.

Some candidates we interviewed shared that the recruiters offered key information to help them land the job they were eyeing for. 

Other candidates were guided to jobs that turned out to be a better option than the ones they originally wanted. Companies expressed their satisfaction with the consultants as well.  

If you want to work outside Singapore though, you have to go to the site of the country of your choice to see the available jobs there. We honestly don’t think it’s a major drawback, but some people will find it a hassle. 

Still, the reason is that Robert Walters focuses on the industries a particular location is known for. We can’t blame it for playing to its strengths.

Trust Recruit is a human resource and recruitment firm that helps both job seekers and employers find the most fitting personnel and company for their intended position. With over 20 years of consultation experience in the field, they have since then offered personalized and highly professional service and advice that made a difference in careers, organizations, and individuals.

We like that they are well-connected and have partnered up with various multinational companies from various industries to offer all individuals an excellent array of human resources perfect for each job and requirement.

Past clients have commended them for their professional and polite approach wherein they capitalize on open and transparent communications and responsive negotiations to help employers get the best personnel for their position.

Note though that their services aren’t readily rated so interested personnel may need to inquire with them further for this matter.

Nonetheless, with their versatile and flexible consulting and recruitment services, swift and responsive customer services, and professional client handling, we highly recommend them to clients looking for reliable and trustworthy recruitment services.

ZecruitX is a licensed cleaning and employment agency that’s Singapore-registered.

They’ve been catering to their clients staffing, domestic helper and cleaning needs since 2010, so they’ve been in the industry for some time now.

We like that they have a comprehensive license to handle all types of passes and applications for work.

They have well-trained and experience recruitment consultants. We like that each of their consultants understand the needs of their clients in different industry sectors.

The industries they cater to include manufacturing (printing, semicon, subcontracting, precision engineering), construction and renovation, services and hospitality, and processing to entertainers.

Most experiences with them are pleasant and their team is incredibly professional and are accommodating to their customer’s needs.

However, there are instances where customers have complained about their poor service delivery and response time.

We also think that their website can be improved to have better aesthetic and smoother navigation.