Online hiring on the rise in Malaysia

• Nov 02, 2017

KUALA LUMPUR: Online hiring activity in Malaysia recorded a 7% growth in September 2017 over the same month last year, with the oil and gas sector emerging as the best-performing sector, according to the latest Monster Employment Index.

The index, a gauge of online job posting activities, is compiled monthly by Monster.com.

Monster.com said the O&G sector recorded 37% year-on-year growth in online hiring, followed by information technology, telecommunications/Internet services provider and business process outsourcing/Internet-enabled services, which recorded 34% growth.

Monster.com APAC and Middle East managing director Sanjay Modi said the steady shift from an established manufacturing base to digital technology and advanced skills boosted Malaysia’s job market with new opportunities.

“This is good news. However, to remain relevant and employable, talent at all levels must continue to upskill to meet the dynamic needs of the workforce,” he said. – Bernama

Source: http://www.thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2017/11/02/online-hiring-on-the-rise-in-malaysia/#fSLHzCzZHK8IqiDd.99