There are several ways to find jobs in Bermuda:
Online Job Boards:Websites like BermudaJobFinder.com list the latest job openings across industries.
Local newspapers:Job adverts are frequently posted digitally and in print.
Company Websites:Some employers post vacancies directly on their websites.
Recruitment Agencies:Many employers use staffing agencies to hire workers.
Networking:In Bermuda, personal referrals can play a big role in hiring.
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Yes, but Bermudians are given priority for jobs. Employers must prove that no qualified Bermudian is available before hiring a foreign worker and sponsoring a work permit.
To increase your chances:
Apply for jobs in high-demand fields.
Highlight specialized skills that are harder to find locally.
Be prepared for a work permit process if offered a job.
👉 Tip: Learn more about Bermuda's job market.
No, unless you have Bermudian status or Permanent Residency (PRC), you must secure a job first.
Foreign workers can only live in Bermuda with a valid work permit.
Employers must sponsor the work permit before you relocate.
👉 Tip: Learn how to get a Bermuda work permit.
Bermuda does not have a straightforward path to permanent residency for most foreign workers. However:
After 10 years of continuous residence, you may apply for a Permanent Resident's Certificate (PRC).
Some long-term work permit holders may qualify for special residency programs.
👉 Tip: Learn how to get residency in Bermuda.
Bermuda is one of the most expensive places to live due to import costs and limited housing. On average:
Rent:$2,000 - $6,000 per month for an apartment
Groceries:30-50% higher than the US or UK
Transportation:No rental cars for non-residents, so scooters, bikes, or taxis are common
Despite the high costs, salaries and quality of life in Bermuda are attractive.
Yes, non-Bermudians must have a valid work permit to work in Bermuda. Employers must sponsor your work permit before you can legally work on the island.
Locals (Bermudians, Permanent Residents aka PRC holders and spouses of Bermudians) do not need a work permit.
Foreigners must have a job offer first, as you cannot apply for a work permit yourself.
👉 Tip: Learn how to get a Bermuda work permit.
Work permits are issued by the Bermuda Government and must be sponsored by your employer. The main types include:
Short-Term Work Permit:(3-6 months)
Standard Work Permit:(1-5 years)
Employers handle the application process and fees, both of which can be significant.
👉 Tip: Read our full guide to Bermuda work permit types.
No, not all job roles in Bermuda are eligible for work permits.
👉 Tip: Read our full guide to Bermuda work permit job categories.
Yes, you are generally allowed to visit Bermuda as a tourist while your work permit application is pending with the Department of Immigration.
However, it's crucial to understand that you are strictly prohibited from engaging in any kind of work or gainful occupation, or even seeking employment, until your application has been officially approved. Starting work before approval can lead to your application being refused and other penalties.
The maximum term an employer can apply for a Standard Work Permit is five (5) years. Permits can also be requested for shorter durations like one, two, three, or four years.
👉 Tip: Learn more about all of the different Bermuda work permit types.
No, typically you provide these documents directly to your prospective employer. The employer is then required to declare in the application that they have thoroughly screened you.
This declaration confirms, to the best of their knowledge, that you are of good character, have the necessary qualifications, are in good health, and do not have a criminal record. Employers must keep evidence of their screening.
👉 Tip: See required documents for a Bermuda work permit.
Yes, there is a specific requirement regarding tuberculosis (TB). If you are applying from a country identified as high-risk for TB, or if you have ever lived in such a country for three months or more, you must provide additional documentation.
This includes a chest x-ray and a letter from a certified physician confirming you are free from TB and pose no health risk. This requirement applies to all work permit types. Your employer will guide you if this applies to your situation.
👉 Tip: See required documents for a Bermuda work permit.
The typical turnaround times for properly submitted and approved applications vary by work permit type:
Standard, Seasonal, Occasional Work Permits:Twenty (20) working days
Short Term, Periodic, Global, New Business, Global Entrepreneur Permits, Travelling Salespersons, Letters of Permission:Ten (10) working days
Landing Permits:Five (5) working days
Emergency Permit:Within Forty-eight (48) hours
These times measure from the submission date to the issuance of documents. Remember that delays are possible if the Department receives a high volume of applications.
For properly submitted applications that get approved, the expected turnaround time for Standard Work Permits is typically twenty (20) working days. This time is measured from the day the application is submitted to when the documentation is issued.
Keep in mind that processing delays can sometimes occur, especially if the Department of Immigration is handling a high volume of applications.
Yes, several other work permit types generally have faster expected processing times than the Standard Work Permit:
Short Term, Periodic, Global, New Business, Global Entrepreneur Permits, Travelling Salespersons, Letters of Permission:Ten (10) working days
Landing Permits:Five (5) working days
Emergency Permit:Within Forty-eight (48) hours
These times are for approved applications and represent the period from submission to the issuance of documentation. Processing delays can still happen during busy periods.
In most cases, before an employer can get approval to hire a foreign national like yourself, they must demonstrate that no suitably qualified Bermudian, Spouse of a Bermudian, or Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) holder was interested in or available for the position.
This usually involves advertising the role in a local newspaper for a specific duration (typically 3 times over 8 days). They must provide clear reasons to the Department of Immigration if they choose not to hire a qualified local applicant.
Once you receive your work permit, it's important to be mindful of several responsibilities:
Adhere to Conditions:Follow all conditions specified on your work permit documentation.
Job Responsibilities:Stick to the duties outlined in your job description.
Review Information:Take note of the 'General Information' provided (often on the back of the permit document or available on the immigration website for card holders).
Dependant Repatriation:If you are responsible for repatriating your dependants, you must ensure they leave Bermuda when you do, unless they have separate permission to reside and seek employment.
You can find the 'General Information' for work permit card holders on the official immigration website www.immigration.gov.bm.
A working knowledge of English is specifically required for individuals coming to work under the Portuguese Accord and for those employed in the construction industry.
This requirement helps ensure safety standards can be met. In the construction industry, if English skills are deemed inadequate for health and safety compliance, work may not be permitted. Testing may be required in questionable cases, and failure could result in being asked to leave Bermuda.
Generally, the Department of Immigration allows a period of ninety (90) days after your permission to work expires to settle your personal affairs. This includes things like closing lease agreements, handling utility bills, and arranging repatriation.
If you need more time (for instance, for dependants to finish a school year), you must submit a written request with justification to the Department. Note that any private agreement you have with your employer for a shorter departure timeframe will take precedence.
Yes, in certain circumstances, an employer can request a waiver of the advertising requirement for Short Term or Standard Work Permits upon payment of a fee. This might be considered appropriate if:
Unique Qualifications:You are considered uniquely qualified for the role.
Position Existence:The position wouldn't exist in Bermuda without you.
Business Impact:The business would be detrimentally affected (risking local jobs) if you left.
Key Role:You are integral to income generation (e.g., attracting clients/funds).
Advertising waivers are also automatically granted for specific high-level roles (like CEO or certain Hotel GMs), certain permit types (Periodic, Occasional, New Business, Global, Global Entrepreneur), and potentially when linked to Bermudians training abroad.
Yes, new work permit cards are typically issued automatically for standard, global, new business, and periodic work permit holders, as well as their sponsored dependants.
The main purpose of the card is to facilitate your travel to and from Bermuda. Replacements are issued if the card is lost/stolen/damaged, your employer changes, your name changes, or when the card expires.
Yes, if your employer wants to keep employing you in the same job after your current permit expires, they must apply for a *new* permit. The process is generally the same as when they applied for your original permit, including any necessary advertising.
It's important that your employer submits the complete application between one (1) and three (3) months *before* your current permit expires. If they do this on time, you can usually continue working even if the old permit expires while the new application is pending.
If you are on a Standard, Global, or New Business Work Permit and your employer wants to promote you to a different role within the same company, they need to get permission from the Department of Immigration first.
While they usually don't need to advertise the position externally for an internal promotion, they do need to show that they considered internal Bermudian, Spouse of Bermudian, or PRC holder candidates for the role.
No, if only your job title changes but your actual job description, duties, pay, and benefits remain the same, your employer does not need to get prior permission. They can simply inform the Department of Immigration of the title change by letter, including a new Statement of Employment.
Yes, if you hold a Standard, Global, or New Business Work Permit, you are generally allowed to seek alternative employment without needing special permission *after* you have worked for 2 years with your first employer.
If you find a new job, your new prospective employer will need to apply for a new work permit for you, following the standard application procedures (likely including advertising).
Yes, typically work permit holders (Standard, Global, or New Business) are not permitted to change employers during the first two (2) years of employment with the employer who initially sponsored their permit.
Exceptions to this two-year rule may be considered if you've been made redundant, if you have a verified grievance against your employer lodged with the Department of Workforce Development (DWD), or by making a specific written request to the Minister asking to waive the requirement.
If you hold certain types of work permits (New Business, Global Business, Global Entrepreneur, or Standard Work Permit) or are a Permanent Resident Certificate (PRC) holder, you may be able to sponsor dependants to join you in Bermuda.
Spouse:Your husband or wife, married according to Bermuda law.
Partner:Your partner (specific guidelines apply, check the Department of Immigration website).
Child(ren):Your children under 18 years old, or up to 25 years old if they are full-time students at a college or university.
Please note that children aged 18 or over who are not full-time students need their own permission to reside in Bermuda. Also, sponsored dependant children are only given permission to reside, not to seek employment.
For specific guidelines regarding partners, please refer to the Department of Immigration website.
An Entry/Re-entry Permit allows your sponsored dependant (spouse, partner, or child) to land in Bermuda and live with you as a resident. Generally, this permit also allows the holder (except dependant children) to seek employment, unless specifically stated otherwise on the permit itself. Remember, seeking employment is different from actually working – a separate work permit is needed for that.
Your employer requests this permit for your dependants when applying for your work permit. It's usually valid until your work permit expires, unless your dependant's passport expires sooner. In that case, the permit will match the passport expiry date, and you'll need to request an update once they have a new passport.
It is crucial that your dependants carry this document when travelling to Bermuda. Arriving without it could result in an 'undocumented arrival fee' at the airport.
Yes, to get permission for your sponsored dependants to reside with you and seek employment, you (as the sponsor) generally need to show proof that you can financially support them. This involves providing a bank reference and proof of medical insurance coverage for your dependants.
There are also minimum household remuneration thresholds that usually need to be met:
2-person household:$60,000 per year
3-person household:$100,000 per year
4+ person household:$125,000 per year
The Minister has the discretion to potentially waive this minimum income requirement upon application. The Department might ask for more proof if needed.
Important: You must inform the Department of Immigration immediately if your sponsored dependant's status changes in any way, as failure to do so could impact your own work permit.
While an Entry/Re-entry permit may allow your spouse or partner to seek employment, they cannot actually start working until they have their own work permit.
An employer wishing to hire your dependant must apply for a work permit for them through the standard process, just like for any other non-Bermudian worker. Having an Entry/Re-entry Permit does not automatically grant the right to work.
Dependant children are only given permission to reside; they are not permitted to seek or take up employment.
However, your dependants can volunteer for unpaid positions with registered charities, not-for-profit organisations, or religious institutions without needing special permission from the Department of Immigration.
If you or your sponsored dependant has a child born in Bermuda while you are working here under a permit, you must provide proof to the Department of Immigration that the child holds citizenship from you and/or the other parent's country (or countries).
Acceptable proof includes:
Valid Passport:A passport issued to the child.
Citizenship Certificate:A certificate of registration or birth certificate confirming the child's citizenship.
Official Letter:A certified letter from the relevant country's authorities confirming the child's citizenship.
Valid Visa (if applicable):A multi re-entry visa if the child is a citizen of a visa-controlled country.
Providing this proof is important, as failure to do so may prevent the issuance of new work permits for you.
Generally, your most recent employer is responsible for the repatriation costs (costs associated with leaving Bermuda) for both you and your qualifying sponsored dependants listed on your work permit application if your permit expires or is revoked. This includes reimbursing the government if they incur these costs.
However, this employer obligation might not apply if you and your employer have a written agreement stating you will cover these costs. But, if you are unable to pay, the responsibility falls back on the employer.
You, the employee, are responsible for the repatriation costs of any dependants who were not listed on your original work permit application. It's your duty to notify the Chief Immigration Officer of any changes to your sponsored dependants.
Sponsored dependants who want to remain in Bermuda after the primary work permit holder has left need specific permission from the Department of Immigration to reside and seek employment in their own right.
To potentially be granted permission, the dependant must provide satisfactory proof to the Department that they have sufficient funds to support themselves while remaining in Bermuda.
The Chief Immigration Officer might also require a deposit to cover the dependant's potential repatriation costs back to their country of origin.
Yes, there are specific rules for child-care givers. Due to Ministry of Health regulations, you are limited to caring for a maximum of three children at any one time.
This means your work permit situation might look like this:
One permit:if caring for three children with one employer.
Multiple permits:if caring for children from different families (e.g., one permit for two children, another permit for a third child from a different employer, up to the max of three children total). Child-care sharing arrangements are considered case-by-case.
Yes. If you're applying for a work permit in a beauty salon, spa, or hairdressing role, your contract of employment must clearly state how your holiday and sick pay entitlements are handled.
This is especially important if your pay is based on commission. The contract needs to specify whether the commission payments already include your holiday and sick pay, or if these are exclusive (paid separately).
Yes, under the "Family Support" provision, if your employer holds a Global Work Permit, Global Entrepreneur Work Permit, New Business Work Permit, or received a waiver of advertising for their own position, and they employed you personally as household staff (nanny, in-house elderly care, or medical care personnel) before moving to Bermuda, they can apply for a Standard Work Permit for you without needing to advertise the position.
If approved, your permit will generally be granted for the same duration as your employer's permit.
Important: If your employer (the sponsor family) leaves Bermuda, you will generally also be required to leave, unless you get specific permission from the Minister to find alternative employment (which may require depositing funds for your own repatriation).
You do not need a permit simply to create your artwork in Bermuda.
However, if you want to show and sell your art, special rules apply:
Visiting Artists:Only approved 'galleries' (permanent businesses selling art, can include specialized department stores but not hotels) can show and sell work by artists who are not Bermudian, Spouses of Bermudians, or PRC holders. The gallery must inform the Department of Immigration first.
Resident Artists:If you are residing in Bermuda and wish to sell your art, you generally need to obtain a Standard Work Permit. However, the good news is that advertising for this position is <Strong>not required</Strong>. This is treated as an exception to the general rule against self-employment.
Galleries are responsible for ensuring any artist they feature is legally permitted to sell their work.
For established graduate training programmes involving international rotations, a Short Term Work Permit is typically used, and advertising is not required for the position.
Your employer needs to apply by sending a letter to the Chief Immigration Officer that includes:
Your details:Identifying you as the graduate coming to Bermuda.
Training specifics:Job category and length of your training period in Bermuda.
Application Form:A completed Short Term Work Permit Application.
Employment Agreement:A copy of your agreement.
Medical Insurance:Confirmation you have coverage valid in Bermuda for your stay.
The expectation is that these programmes offer reciprocal opportunities for Bermudians in the company's overseas offices and don't displace qualified local candidates.
Hotels and restaurants can hire staff using a Seasonal Work Permit.
This permit allows you to work for up to eight (8) months during the peak season, specifically between April 1st and November 30th in any year.
During your employment on a Seasonal Work Permit, you are entitled to receive vacation pay and health insurance benefits based on the actual length of your permit. The application process follows the same procedure as a Standard Work Permit (which usually involves advertising by the employer).
Yes, businesses in Bermuda can set up exchange internship programmes with organisations overseas. If you are coming to Bermuda as part of such a programme, advertising for your position is not required.
Your potential employer in Bermuda needs to apply by sending a letter to the Chief Immigration Officer that includes:
Your details:Identifying you as the intern coming to Bermuda.
Internship specifics:Job category and length of your internship in Bermuda.
Bermudian counterpart details:Information about the Bermudian intern participating in the exchange overseas.
Application Form:A completed Short Term Work Permit Application.
Employment Agreement:A copy of your internship agreement (if applicable).
Medical Insurance:Confirmation you have coverage valid in Bermuda for your stay.
A work permit will typically be issued if the programme clearly benefits Bermudians, Spouses of Bermudians, or PRC holders through the reciprocal exchange.
If you are considering a position as a live-in domestic employee (like a nanny or housekeeper) in a private home, there are specific minimum requirements your employer must meet:
Wage:Pay you a wage equivalent to at least $10.00 per hour (before deductions).
Health Insurance:Pay all of your health insurance premiums.
Social Insurance:Pay all of your social insurance premiums.
Payroll Tax:Pay all of your payroll tax.
Room and Board:This is calculated at a standard rate of $700.00 per month ($158.00 per week) and is deducted from the gross pay to determine the minimum net weekly wage.
Notice Period:The notice period for termination (by either you or the employer) must be the same for both parties, with one month considered the shortest reasonable period.
Your minimum expected weekly take-home pay is calculated based on your weekly hours multiplied by $10.00, minus the $158.00 room and board deduction.
Yes, there are provisions for locum (temporary) pharmacists and shared pharmacists.
A Locum Pharmacist permit allows local pharmacies to bring in qualified pharmacists for short periods, typically three (3) months or less, to cover absences or when no Bermudian pharmacists are available.
Additionally, local pharmacies (as members of the Bermuda Pharmacy Owners Association) can apply for a Standard Work Permit for a pharmacist who is already employed in Bermuda, allowing that pharmacist to be 'shared' between pharmacies. This requires a letter from the pharmacist's current primary employer agreeing to the arrangement.
Yes, you can apply for an Occasional Work Permit for casual or part-time modelling work.
This permit allows you to work for up to one hundred (100) hours in total over a twelve (12)-month period. It can potentially cover multiple projects within that time frame.
Advertising for this type of permit is not required. Applications are considered on their merits. Note that this permit does not cover voice-over work for commercials; a separate Occasional Work Permit must be applied for if needed for voice-overs.
The application is made via a covering letter specifying the model's details, the responsible employer, and efforts made to hire Bermudians/Spouses/PRCs.
If you are a foreign musician or entertainer looking to perform at commercial venues open to the public (like clubs, pubs, hotels), your potential employer will generally need to advertise the position and apply for a work permit for you in the normal way.
Work permits for the entertainment industry are often Seasonal Work Permits, typically granted for a maximum of eight (8) months.
For large, one-off commercial entertainment events open to the public, there's an important condition: qualified Bermudian (or Spouse of Bermudian/PRC holder) musicians/entertainers of the same genre must also be featured in the event. Failure to include local talent could mean work permits for foreign entertainers may not be granted.
Yes, if you are employed as a music teacher under a work permit by a school, you may be able to take on some additional paid work. With your school employer's permission, you can work up to ten (10) extra hours per week on a casual basis as a performer or tutor outside of your school duties.
You also have permission to perform on an unpaid, voluntary basis (e.g., at weddings, receptions, charity concerts, theatrical productions) without it counting towards the ten-hour paid limit.
However, if you plan to perform regularly on a part-time basis (solo or with a group) at a specific place of business (like a church, hotel, restaurant, pub, or bar), that establishment must obtain a separate work permit to hire you for those regular performances.
Yes, the Occasional Work Permit for Casual or Part-Time Employment is designed for this. If you are already resident in Bermuda, an employer can apply for this permit for you to work in almost any category (e.g., instructor, tutor, artist).
The key restriction is that the total work done under this type of permit cannot exceed nine (9) hours per week. The permit can be granted for up to one year.
It's possible to hold multiple Occasional Work Permits for different employers, as long as the total combined hours across all employers do not exceed nine hours per week. Each employer needs their own separate permit for you.
Work permits for photographers are generally considered for specific types of assignments. You would likely need a permit if you are:
Journalist Photographer:Working as part of the press.
Overseas Media/Client Photographer:Shooting for foreign publications or advertisers using Bermuda as a location.
Specialist Photographer:Working in fields like architectural, food, aerial, medical, motion picture, digital, or video photography (note: requires job advertising unless an exception applies).
International Hotel/Convention Photographer:Working for a major hotel group or photographing a client's convention event hosted there.
Private Wedding Photographer:Hired to photograph a private wedding event.
The specific permit type and application process may vary depending on the duration and nature of the work (e.g., short-term vs. standard permit). Advertising requirements may apply, particularly for specialist roles.
Yes, similar to roles in beauty/spa, if you are applying for a work permit for a restaurant position, the contract of employment submitted with the application must include clear information about your minimum weekly pay.
Self-employment is generally not permitted for non-Bermudians. This means providing leadership and labour to a business where you make the final decisions and are the main beneficiary.
Simply being a part-owner of a local Bermuda business does not automatically give you the right to work in that business. To work as a part-owner, you (or the business) must apply for a work permit through the normal process.
Permission might be granted based on factors like:
Benefit to Bermuda:Especially if the business creates quality jobs for Bermudians or is in a new industry.
Protection of Local Interests:Considering existing local companies and workers.
Applicant's Character:Your suitability.
Economic Situation:Bermuda's current economic climate.
Bona Fide Partnership:Ensuring any Bermudian partners have significant, genuine involvement.
If there's no clear benefit to Bermuda, permission is unlikely, particularly if local partners seem to lack genuine involvement. Note: This policy applies to local businesses; different rules apply to exempted (international) companies.
Yes, Bermuda has identified several occupations with a high number of work permit holders where increased training and employment of Bermudians and Spouses of Bermudians is a priority under the National Training Plan.
As of the policy document, these occupations include:
Registered Nurse
Qualified Accountant
Waiter / Waitress
Mason
Landscape Gardener
Chef
While this doesn't directly change the work permit application process for you as an individual applicant, be aware that employers with more than ten work permit holders in these roles may be actively encouraged to participate in national training initiatives. This reflects Bermuda's commitment to developing the local workforce in these key areas. This list is subject to change.
No, Bermuda does not have personal income tax. Unlike many other countries, individuals working in Bermuda do not pay income tax on their salaries.
However, employers are required to pay a Payroll Tax based on their employees' salaries.
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While personal income tax does not exist, Bermuda has other taxes to fund public services:
Payroll Tax:Employers pay a tax on employees' wages, and a portion may be deducted from salaries.
Customs Duties:High import duties on goods, making items more expensive.
Social Insurance Contributions:A mandatory contribution for all employed persons in Bermuda.
Land Tax:Property owners pay a tax based on the value of their land.
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The overall median gross annual income for all job holders in Bermuda was $70,238 in 2023. This figure increased by 2.4% compared to 2022.
'Median income' means it's the midpoint: half of all filled jobs earned more than this amount, and half earned less, before any deductions like payroll tax or social insurance. Actual salaries vary greatly depending on the specific job, industry, your experience, and qualifications.
Based on the 2023 median gross annual income data, some industries clearly offered higher earning potential than others. The top-paying sectors included:
International Business Activity:$160,065
Financial and Insurance Activities:$103,531
Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities:$96,556
Electricity, Water Supply and Waste Management:$87,714
Keep in mind these are median figures for all jobs within those sectors.
Yes, the 2023 data showed that some sectors had significantly lower median gross annual incomes compared to the overall median ($70,238). Sectors with lower median earnings included:
Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing:$38,737
Activities of Households as Employers (e.g., domestic help):$40,485
Accommodation and Food Service Activities:$40,926
Other Service Activities:$41,061
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation:$49,245
These are median figures, and actual pay depends on the specific role.
Interestingly, the 2023 Employment Survey found that the median gross annual income for jobs held by females ($74,511) was higher than the median for jobs held by males ($66,594).
However, this is an important distinction: it compares the median across all jobs held by each gender, not pay for the exact same role. Differences in the types of industries and occupations men and women work in likely influence this overall median figure. It doesn't necessarily mean women earn more than men in the same job.
👉 Tip: Learn more about median income by gender in Bermuda.
The 2023 data showed a typical earnings pattern related to age:
Under 25:Median $40,341 (Lowest)
25 to 39:Median $71,068 (Rises above overall median)
40 to 54:Median $78,414 (Peak earning years)
55 to 64:Median $71,728 (Remains high)
65 and Over:Median $54,458 (Lower than peak)
So, generally, median earnings tend to increase with experience, peak in middle age, and then may decline in later working years.
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The most in-demand jobs in Bermuda are in:
Finance & Insurance:(Accounting, Auditing, Compliance)
Hospitality & Tourism:(Hotels, Restaurants, Event Management)
Healthcare & Nursing
Construction & Skilled Trades
Information Technology & Digital Services
Education & Teaching
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The 2023 Bermuda Employment Survey reported a total of 32,866 filled jobs. This figure represents the count of all positions filled, as reported by businesses during the survey period (August 27 to September 2, 2023). It was an increase from 31,914 jobs counted in 2022.
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Yes, according to the official data for 2023, the Bermuda job market showed positive growth. The total number of filled jobs increased by 3.0% between 2022 and 2023. This represented an addition of 952 jobs across the island.
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The report highlighted three major industries that experienced strong job growth between 2022 and 2023:
Accommodation and Food Service Activities:Added 402 jobs (+12.2%)
International Business Activities:Added 233 jobs (+5.0%)
Professional, Scientific and Technical Activities:Added 144 jobs
Focusing your job search in growing sectors might improve your chances.
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Growth was seen across several major occupational groups. The categories adding the most jobs were:
Service Workers and Shop & Market Sales Workers:Added 397 jobs. Examples include Chef de Partie/Cooks (+120), Cleaners/Housepersons (+43), Retail Salesclerks (+35), Bartenders (+34).
Senior Officials and Managers:Added 307 jobs. Examples include Directors/Chief Executives (+104), Finance Managers (+21), Compliance Officers (+10).
Professionals:Added 143 jobs. Examples include Accountant II (+59), Registered Nurses (+48), Actuary (+43), Accountant III (+40).
This suggests demand across various skill levels, from service roles to management and specialized professionals.
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Yes, the number of jobs held by 'Other Non-Bermudians' (often those on work permits) saw significant growth in 2023, increasing by 11.2% (+816 jobs).
Table 4 in the official report details specific occupations with higher percentages of non-Bermudian workers. Examples where non-Bermudians held a large share of jobs in 2023 include Chef de Partie/Cook (79%), Actuary (84%), Accountant I (60%), Registered Nurse (63%), and Nursemaid/Nanny (85%).
You'd typically need a work permit for these roles, specific requirements apply.
👉 Tip: Learn more about median income by status in Bermuda.
For the most detailed information, including all the tables and analysis, you should refer to the official publications from the BermudaBermuda Department of Statisticsincluding the most recent Employment Survey.