Country guide
Resumes in Singapore
What employers expect, plus key facts on pay and work rights.
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Resume conventions
| Photo | Optional; fair-hiring guidelines discourage asking for one |
|---|---|
| Length | 1–2 pages |
| Personal details | Residency or pass type only if relevant. Never include your NRIC number. |
| Referees | "Available on request" |
| Also note | Salary expectations and notice period go in the cover note or application form. |
| Spelling | British English |
| Main job platforms | LinkedIn, MyCareersFuture, JobStreet, Glints |
Work facts
Pay
S$5,775 median gross monthly income, full-time residents (MOM, 2025, incl. employer CPF).
Parental leave
16 weeks maternity, 4 weeks paternity and 10 weeks shared leave (children born from April 2026).
Flexible work
Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement Requests (from 1 Dec 2024).
General information. Entitlements depend on eligibility; check official sources.