As Singapore’s job market continues to evolve, one trend stands out, starting salaries for fresh graduates are climbing.
Whether you’re a job seeker planning your first step or a hiring manager navigating tight competition for young talent, the latest insights from the Class of 2024 across Singapore’s top universities offer valuable guidance.
At Kanry Search, a leading recruitment firm in Singapore, we closely monitor these shifts, helping clients stay competitive and candidates remain confident.
🚀 Key Highlights at a Glance
• 💼 Top graduates are commanding up to $7,000/month
• 📈 Salary benchmarks have increased across all five autonomous universities (AUs)
• 🎯 Degrees in Tech, Law, and Finance dominate the top-earning charts
| 🏫 University | 💰 Average Salary | 💵 Median Salary | 📈 Employment Rate |
| NUS | $5,101 | $4,600 | 88.1% |
| NTU | $4,701 | $4,500 | 90.0% |
| SMU | $5,057 | $4,600 | 89.8% |
| SUSS | $4,251 | $4,000 | Not disclosed |
| SUTD | Not disclosed | $4,900 | 87.4% |
🏫 Top Graduate Salaries by University
🏩 NUS – National University of Singapore
• Top earners:
• 💼 Bachelor of Laws – $7,000
• 💻 Computer Science – $6,500
• 🔐 Information Security – $6,110
• 👉 NUS grads remain highly sought after in the legal and tech sectors.
🔬 NTU – Nanyang Technological University
• Top earners:
• 🎓 Double Degree (Business & Computing) – $6,250
• 💻 Computer Engineering / Computer Science – $5,500
• 👉 Hybrid tech-business expertise is driving up demand — and salaries.
💼 SMU – Singapore Management University
• Top earners:
• 💼 Law / Computing (Cum Laude & above) – $7,000
• 👉 SMU graduates bring polished, professional readiness to the corporate world.
📚 SUSS – Singapore University of Social Sciences
• Top earners:
• 🚓 Public Safety & Security – $4,916
• 📉 Finance – $4,500
• 📊 Business Analytics – $4,458
• 👉 Applied-learning models at SUSS are producing job-ready talent for the public and financial sectors.
🚰 SUTD – Singapore University of Technology and Design
• Top earners:
• 🧠 Computer Science & Design – $5,000
• 📀 Engineering Systems Design – $4,730
• 👉 SUTD graduates shine in innovation and engineering problem-solving roles.
💡 What This Means for Employers
Hiring in 2024? Here’s what to prepare for:
✅ Higher salary expectations — particularly in tech, law, and data roles
✅ More selective graduates — many receive multiple offers before graduation
✅ Fierce competition — talent acquisition needs to be fast, flexible, and future-ready
🧩 Kanry Search can help you adapt:
• Contract staffing to support peak demand
• Payroll outsourcing for compliance and scalability
• Foreign manpower solutions with work pass management
📩 Reach out today for benchmarking insights and customised hiring strategies.
👩💼 For Job Seekers: Know Your Worth
🎓 Graduating this year? Whether you’re targeting a top law firm, a global MNC, or a fast-growing startup, understanding your market value helps you negotiate better and make informed career decisions.
Kanry’s recruiters offer guidance, resume tips, and access to opportunities you won’t find on job boards.
🔍 Final Thoughts
Despite global headwinds, Singapore’s fresh graduates are entering the workforce with stronger salary packages and improved job-readiness.
If you’re an employer, don’t wait until competitors scoop up the best.
If you’re a graduate, it’s time to step into your worth.
📣 Need Support?
Kanry Search provides full-spectrum recruitment support — from permanent placements to contract hires, gig roles, and workforce planning.
Contact us now! Let us help you find or place the right talent, faster and smarter.
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