Seek Names New Jobstreet Managing Director In Singapore
- ByStartupStory | December 4, 2025
Esther Lee Takes Helm To Drive Expansion Amid Competitive Talent Market
Australian online employment marketplace Seek has appointed Esther Lee as the new managing director of its subsidiary Jobstreet in Singapore, effective immediately. The appointment strengthens Seek’s leadership in one of Asia’s most dynamic talent markets, where digital hiring platforms face intense competition from LinkedIn, Indeed, and local players.
Esther Lee brings extensive experience in digital platforms and growth strategies, having previously led operations across Southeast Asia. Her mandate focuses on accelerating Jobstreet’s market share through AI-enhanced matching, employer branding solutions, and expanded services for SMEs and enterprises navigating Singapore’s tight labor market.
Singapore’s employment landscape remains robust despite global uncertainties, with unemployment at historic lows and demand surging for tech, finance, and healthcare professionals. Jobstreet Singapore serves over 1 million job seekers and 50,000 employers monthly, processing thousands of hires across professional and blue-collar segments.
Strategic Leadership Amid Regional Growth
Lee’s appointment coincides with Seek’s broader APAC expansion, including recent MD changes in Malaysia. The company emphasizes data-driven recruitment innovations like skills-based matching and predictive analytics to connect talent with opportunities faster.
Seek Singapore Managing Director Vic Sithasanan welcomed Lee, noting her “proven track record in scaling digital marketplaces will drive Jobstreet’s next growth phase.” Lee expressed excitement about Singapore’s position as a regional talent hub: “The opportunities here are immense—I’m committed to empowering job seekers and employers through innovative solutions.”
Competitive Landscape And Market Dynamics
Jobstreet competes aggressively in Singapore’s $2 billion recruitment tech market, where platforms differentiate through mobile-first experiences, video interviews, and salary benchmarking. Seek leverages its regional scale—operating in 18 countries—to offer cross-border talent mobility amid expatriate hiring surges.
The leadership refresh signals Seek’s focus on execution amid economic headwinds, with Jobstreet reporting 25% YoY revenue growth driven by premium employer subscriptions and gig economy solutions.
Esther Lee’s appointment positions Jobstreet to capitalize on Singapore’s talent crunch, blending technology innovation with deep market understanding to maintain leadership in Asia’s premier employment marketplace.
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