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Manila, Metro Manila Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Few reposted listings (20% appear duplicated)
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 28% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (60% open 30+ days)

Manila, Metro Manila job market overview (May 2026)

The Manila, Metro Manila job market is currently cooling, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 60 active job postings tracked here, 60% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in engineering and backend, with technology as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in engineering and backend.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Manila, Metro Manila job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Manila, Metro Manila.

Top categories

  • Engineering2
  • Backend1
  • Data Analyst1
  • Director1

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other16
  • Software Developers11
  • Project Management Specialists4
  • General and Operations Managers2
  • Management Analysts2
  • Computer Systems Analysts1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Technology60
  • Professional Services57
  • Financial Services1

Employment mix

  • Unspecified47 · 78%
  • Contract11 · 18%
  • Full-time2 · 3%

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