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Johannesburg, South Africa Job Market Score

Driven by
  • Slow inflow of new postings (only 0% from the last 14 days)
  • High share of long-open postings (100% open 30+ days)
  • Few reposted listings (1% appear duplicated)

Johannesburg, South Africa job market overview (June 2026)

The Johannesburg, South Africa job market is currently weak, with a sluggish hiring environment with many long-open roles. Out of 84 active job postings tracked here, 100% have been open for more than 30 days. Hiring is concentrated in director and vp, with consumer goods as the leading sector.

What this means for job seekers

  • Hiring is moving slowly here — be prepared for delayed responses and reposted listings.
  • Best opportunities are in director and vp.
  • Many employers don't list salary — be ready to ask early.

Johannesburg, South Africa job market

Aggregated from currently-active postings tracked in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Top categories

  • Director6
  • VP4
  • Account Executive3
  • Data Analyst2
  • Business Operations2
  • Accounting2

Top occupations (SOC)

  • Managers, All Other6
  • Chief Executives3
  • Lawyers1
  • Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products1
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General1

In-demand skills

Top sectors

  • Consumer Goods29
  • Financial Services22
  • Technology21
  • Professional Services20
  • Real Estate11
  • Food Service / Restaurants10

Employment mix

  • Unspecified67 · 80%
  • Contract14 · 17%
  • Intern3 · 4%

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