Jobs & Careers
The Isle of Man has near-full employment and skills shortages in several sectors. If you've got the right skills, the island wants you.
Where to Find Jobs
- Isle of Man Jobs — isleofmanjobs.com — Main IoM job board
- IoM Government Jobs — gov.im/jobs — Public sector vacancies
- Indeed IoM — Search Indeed with "Isle of Man" location filter
- LinkedIn — Growing number of IoM employers posting
- IoM Newspapers classifieds — Still used, especially for trades and hospitality
Top Employers by Sector
| Sector | Major Employers |
|---|---|
| e-Gaming | PokerStars, Microgaming, Playtech, GVC Holdings |
| Financial Services | HSBC, Lloyds, Standard Bank, Zurich, RL360 |
| Government | IoM Government (largest single employer) |
| Tech/Digital | SES Satellites, various startups |
| Retail/Hospitality | Shoprite (local supermarket chain), hospitality sector |
Skills in Demand
- Software developers (especially full-stack, mobile, blockchain)
- Compliance & AML analysts
- Accountants & financial professionals
- Healthcare workers (nurses, allied health)
- Construction trades (builders, electricians, plumbers)
- Teachers
Work permits: If you're not a British/Irish citizen, your employer needs to apply for a work permit. Most employers in shortage sectors are experienced with this process. See Immigration guide.
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