Hey guys, anyone here working in recruitment firm? Hows the job market there for Malaysian? All based on your competency, no Malaysian, Chinese, Indian, Pinoy bias etc as far as employer is concern. And is it true that SIngapore bank normally won't take foreigners? Not true.
I have been looking for job in SG for a month, some of you may thought that it's still not long but im getting more concern as i have sent almost 50 applications and none of them call back for at least a phone interview? I'm wondering is it my problem or what..I have two years experiences in trade finance with a global bank in Malaysia, i wouldn't say that my profile and resume are very impressive but i believe should be no problem for at least maybe secure an interview? This is a huge knock on my confidence
I am now still in Malaysia, due to financial problem it's not wise for me to simply go down and stay without interview. With Malaysia address and numbers in resume, could these affect the employer when they are short-listing? Not really if you have outstanding cv, those are minor issues. But 50 applications in one month... got so many banks and openings? Machine gun type then hit any one can already? Be careful if you applied to the same position twice.
Thanks in advance guys

Hey guys, anyone here working in recruitment firm? Hows the job market there for Malaysian? Depends on the hiring manager. If the hiring manager is of a certain nationality, he will give preference to his own nationality since both are foreigners. But generally most companies with local hiring managers prefer to hire Singaporeans and Malaysians.And is it true that SIngapore bank normally won't take foreigners? Not true. I have been looking for job in SG for a month, some of you may thought that it's still not long but im getting more concern as i have sent almost 50 applications and none of them call back for at least a phone interview? I'm wondering is it my problem or what The job market is challenging in SG right now..I have two years experiences in trade finance with a global bank in Malaysia, i wouldn't say that my profile and resume are very impressive but i believe should be no problem for at least maybe secure an interview? This is a huge knock on my confidence No. Too many junior bankers in the SG market esp foreigners.I am now still in Malaysia, due to financial problem it's not wise for me to simply go down and stay without interview. With Malaysia address and numbers in resume, could these affect the employer when they are short-listing? Yes. This is the another main reason why you do not get phone calls. Further, there are many people who are already in SG looking for a job and employers will find it easier for them to attend an interview.Thanks in advance guys

I go fed up with Malaysia after the election. Hence I applied.
After I got the offer, I gave it a serious thought on whether to go or not. I have 5 yrs experience. If dollar to dollar vout conversion, obviously I got less.
I want to know from those who are already working in Sg, izzit really so much better working in Sg? (best if you stayed in KL before and working in Sg now)

My 2 cents also comming from a banking sector but in the process of relocating back to malaysia.
My advice if you really want to get a job in SG is to spend at least 3 months in SG with a SG address and hp no.
Send as many CV as you can and tailor the CV to each job that you've sent. Also try those small offshore banks who many be more willing to accept foriegners espcially if you can read and write chinese well. There are lot of small chinese and taiwanese banks. Google them and write in to them. At least there are less competition becuase locals don't want to join them coz they are too small while non chinese cannot join them because they cannot speak, read and write chinese. You will have a significant advantage.

i think sg 'only' give u good public transport, clean city, security, and strong currency.
other than that KL is better, really better.

May i know minimum how much salary you will willing to work in SG? 

Thanks

i think sg 'only' give u good public transport, clean city, security, and strong currency.
other than that KL is better, really better.

Have you guys ever tried the Msian street food at Resort World Sentosa?

It's really authentic Msian style. The food is delicious yet affordable! Ironically, it was my Japanese clients who introduced me to the place. How embarrassing.

Depends on the hiring manager. If the hiring manager is of a certain nationality, he will give preference to his own nationality since both are foreigners. But generally most companies with local hiring managers prefer to hire Singaporeans and Malaysians.

Have you guys ever tried the Msian street food at Resort World Sentosa?

It's really authentic Msian style. The food is delicious yet affordable! Ironically, it was my Japanese clients who introduced me to the place. How embarrassing.

As one of the hiring committee for my department, I have never ever put nationality or race into any weightage. One, I won't risk my job for some country man I don't even know. How they pass through audit check with bias selection I don't know. Two, I need some one with competent skill, not some one who have common home story so I can gossip with him during office hour. Three, most of us are here because of the unfair competition in our home country, so I won't practice that so others will suffer like us. I specifically told my HR not to select candidate based on nationality for my interview round. If most places practice like what you said, SG will be similar to MY in terms of development.

hi guys, i just got an offer from a Singapore company and they said they will apply a S pass for me if the quota is still available.

After i get back from the interview, i used MOM website's Self Assessment Tool and the result stated that I am likely to qualify for both Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass.

However, i noticed that the basic requirement for Employment Pass (EP) is to earn a monthly salary of SGD 3k, but my salary is way below that figure, does that mean i still qualified for the Employment pass according to the self assessment tools?

and besides that, what is the major differences of EP and S pass.

hahhaha, but dun give up... maybe u can get better offer next time 
pm u..
some sad also 
correction, if u die healthy or bcoz of illness not covered.. then all gone, but i believe for the investment/savings u get it back..

medical usually company's grp insurance covers it...
EP
u pay ur own tax
can bring family member if u earn >4k
less hassle when applying for services

SP
company have to pay levy, u dont pay tax
cannot bring family over
have to pay for deposit... etc etc when applying pong line, bank acct, mobile internet... etc etc

if u ask me, no diff if u r single

Alternatively...try this similar msian food court out at Jurong Point(Boon Lay). Very similar the BKT, hokkien noodle like malaysian style

Well, that's you.
Alot of hiring manages from certain banks don't think like you.
But having said that I heard MOM is looking into this problem already.

I have been looking for job in SG for a month, some of you may thought that it's still not long but im getting more concern as i have sent almost 50 applications

Like what kind of "other than that"?