{"id":7871,"date":"2023-06-18T00:25:52","date_gmt":"2023-06-18T00:25:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goughrecruitment.com.au\/?p=7871"},"modified":"2023-06-18T00:25:52","modified_gmt":"2023-06-18T00:25:52","slug":"recruitment-market-update-real-estate-sector-in-australia-and-asia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goughrecruitment.com.au\/recruitment-market-update-real-estate-sector-in-australia-and-asia\/","title":{"rendered":"Recruitment market update: Real Estate sector in Australia and Asia."},"content":{"rendered":"

The end of the COVID-19 pandemic<\/a> has injected renewed momentum into the real estate sector across Australia and Asia, though to varying degrees. With the property markets set to regain some strength, the recruitment landscape is also evolving to adapt to emerging challenges.<\/p>\n

Read on to discover the current state of the real estate market in Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore, and the trends and factors shaping the recruitment process in these regions.<\/p>\n

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China and Hong Kong: Emerging from the pandemic<\/strong><\/p>\n

China \u2014 Reaching a Nadir<\/strong><\/p>\n

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With China and Hong Kong having exited stringent lockdown measures at the beginning of this year, economic activity is picking up, and the real estate sector looks to be reaching its nadir.<\/p>\n

According to recent data<\/a>, property investment in China fell 5.8% year on year (YoY) in the first three months of 2023, and new construction starts declined 19.2% YoY in the same period.<\/p>\n

China\u2019s economy grew<\/a> 4.5% in Q1 2023, supporting a real estate turnaround. However, a housing bubble still exists.<\/p>\n

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Jobs market<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the real estate market looks set to turn a corner, demand for professionals will likely rise. But, rising unemployment in the technology sector might temper the job market growth.<\/p>\n

Nevertheless, the easing of restrictions and improving access to funding for developers are expected to fuel demand for skilled professionals in the real estate sector, including property managers, leasing agents, asset managers, marketers, and administrators.<\/p>\n

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Hong Kong \u2014 Correction on the cards<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Home prices in Hong Kong, the world’s least affordable property market by far, could fall by as much as 30% by the end of 2023 from 2021 levels, according to analysts<\/a> at Goldman Sachs.<\/p>\n

However, the sector will be supported by the economy\u2019s return to growth \u2014 it expanded<\/a> 2.7% YoY in the first quarter of this year, having contracted by 4.1% the preceding quarter.<\/p>\n

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Singapore: Balancing growth and cooling measures<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Government intervention and market dynamics<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Singaporean government is taking measures to cool the real estate market, including hiking property taxes. However, wage inflation and a lack of supply mean strong demand is pushing prices higher. Singapore’s private home prices increased<\/a> by 3.2% YoY in the first quarter of 2023.<\/p>\n

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Jobs market<\/strong><\/p>\n

Steady growth in Singapore’s property market is expected to create more opportunities for job seekers, particularly in the areas of property management, leasing, and marketing. As the market continues to evolve, companies will be seeking professionals who can adapt to the changing landscape and add value.<\/p>\n

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Australia: Stabili<\/strong>sing market and recruitment<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mixed picture<\/strong><\/p>\n

Home prices in Australia have risen for two months, indicating stabilisation. However, some areas are still experiencing price declines. The International Monetary Fund (IMF<\/a>) ranked<\/a> Australia as the second-highest country for “housing market risk” out of 27 countries, owing to high outstanding housing debt to income. The value of Australia’s housing market fell<\/a> by 5% across capital cities in 2022, with Sydney dropping by 10.9%, Melbourne down by 5.9%, Canberra falling by 6%, and Brisbane seeing a 1.1% decrease.<\/p>\n

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Jobs market<\/strong><\/p>\n

Despite the mixed market trends, the demand for skilled professionals in Australia\u2019s real estate sector remains strong \u2014 indeed, there\u2019s a shortage. Companies are seeking property managers, leasing agents, asset managers, marketers, and administrators in Australia who can navigate the complex market dynamics and contribute to their growth. Notably, real estate is forecast to be one of the industries in Australia and New Zealand most affected by digital disruption. Some 82% of real estate jobs are at risk of digital disruption by 2032, versus 44% of Australian jobs generally, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Real estate sector Recruitment Trends<\/strong><\/p>\n

Competitive salaries, benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because of the mixed picture and rapidly evolving situation in the real estate sector across Australia and Asia, talent acquisition professionals are faced with new hiring challenges, such as finding candidates with sufficient digital skills. Meanwhile, businesses are adopting innovative recruitment strategies to attract and retain the best talent, focusing on career growth opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and competitive compensation packages.<\/p>\n

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Digitalising the recruitment p<\/strong>rocess<\/strong><\/p>\n

The recruitment process in Asia and Australia\u2019s real estate sector is changing fast, with businesses increasingly turning to digital platforms and automated tools. Virtual recruiting, AI-powered screening, and assessment tools are becoming increasingly popular as they enable businesses to streamline their hiring processes and efficiently match candidates with roles, thereby boosting productivity.<\/p>\n

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Making the hybrid m<\/strong>odel<\/strong> work<\/strong><\/p>\n

The hybrid work model is gaining traction in Asia and Australia\u2019s real estate sector, and companies are looking for professionals who can adapt to this type of work environment. The model also widens the pool of candidates, as it removes barriers for groups such as single parents and those with mobility issues.<\/p>\n

As the real estate markets in Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore adapt to the post-pandemic landscape, the recruitment landscape is also evolving quickly. With an increasing focus on digital platforms, automation, and flexible work arrangements, the real estate sector offers varied opportunities for job seekers and employers alike.<\/p>\n

Now is the time to explore new opportunities and take advantage of the current market trends. Whether you are a project manager, leasing agent, property manager, engineer, <\/em>asset manager<\/em>, marketer, or <\/em>administrator<\/em>, there\u2019s ample opportunity for career growth and success in the dynamic <\/em>real estate sector across Australia and Asia<\/em>. Get in touch today to find out more. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The end of the COVID-19 pandemic has injected renewed momentum into the real estate sector across Australia and Asia, though to varying degrees. With the property markets set to regain some strength, the recruitment landscape is also evolving to adapt to emerging challenges. Read on to discover the current state of the real estate market …<\/p>\n

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