Recruitment demand increased sharply in the manufacturing FDI sector
FDI capital flows continue to pour into the electronics, semiconductor, renewable energy and manufacturing industries, leading to large recruitment needs in key industrial zones such as Bac Ninh, Bac Giang, Thai Nguyen, Hai Phong, and Binh Duong. This is an industry group with a fast recruitment rate but also fierce competition for human resources among factories in the same area.
Unskilled labor: supply cannot keep up with demand in some areas
In provinces with dense industrial parks, the local source of unskilled labor gradually dries up, forcing factories to expand recruitment to neighboring provinces or increase benefits to retain existing workers. In contrast, some rural areas still have a surplus of labor but lack connection to job information.
Mid-level and expert personnel: outsourcing trend increases
For middle management positions, engineers, experts - especially foreign personnel - many FDI enterprises choose EOR or outsourcing solutions instead of direct recruitment, in order to shorten the time to have personnel and reduce legal risks in the early stages of investment.
Summary table of trends by industry group
| Industry group | Demand trends 2026 |
|---|---|
| Electronics, semiconductors | Strong increase and competition for high-tech human resources |
| Textiles, footwear | Stable, seasonal fluctuations in orders |
| Logistics, warehousing | Increasing with the expansion of e-commerce |
| Services, offices | Slight increase, priority given to multi-skilled personnel |
What should businesses prepare for 2026?
Proactively develop seasonal human resource plans, combining official and seasonal/outsourced workers to flexibly respond to order fluctuations, and consider using labor supply services in areas with more abundant supply.
Frequently asked questions
Which area is experiencing the biggest labor shortage? Industrial parks in Bac Ninh, Bac Giang, and Thai Nguyen are recording large recruitment needs due to the concentration of many large-scale production FDI projects.
Is it more difficult for small businesses to recruit than large businesses? It is somewhat more difficult due to limitations in employer branding and benefits — this is why many small businesses choose to cooperate with professional labor supply units to reach a wider candidate source.
Does Nhân Kiệt have labor supply data by region? Yes, with a network of operations in many provinces and cities, Nhân Kiệt grasps the actual labor supply and demand situation by region to provide appropriate advice to businesses.