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South Korea’s Job Market Shifts | South Korea News
South Korea’s job market surged in Q1 with 292,000 new wage jobs, led by healthcare, food, and hospitality—pushing total salaried roles past 28.2 million. Most positions are long-term (74%), with 15% new hires and 10% entirely new roles from business growth. Yet manufacturing lost 1,000 jobs and construction dropped 52,000, while chipmaking gained. Age-wise, older workers (60+) saw the biggest gains, followed by 30s and 50s, while younger and 40s saw declines. The trend points to a shifting economy, driven heavily by social services and welfare needs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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