In the third quarter of 2025, employment expectations in Greece reached 11%, marking a 4-point increase from the previous quarter, while remaining stable compared to the same period last year. This data comes from the latest Employment Outlook Survey conducted by ManpowerGroup, which included responses from 525 Greek employers.
Among employers, 28% anticipate a rise in hiring, 14% foresee a decline, 53% do not expect any changes, and 5% are unsure.
The survey reveals that Greece places second to last globally in overall employment expectations, lagging 13 points behind the global average. However, the country ranks 8th worldwide for quarterly growth, surpassing the global growth average by 5 points.
Sectors with Strong Employment Prospects
Employers across Greece’s major economic sectors are predicting an uptick in employment for the third quarter of 2025. Specifically, hiring intentions increased in five sectors compared to the previous quarter, while four sectors saw a decline. Annually, six sectors show improved employment prospects, while three indicate a decrease.
Top-Performing Sectors in Greece
The Communication Services sector leads with an employment outlook of 29%, reflecting a remarkable increase of 67 points from the previous quarter and 42 points from the same quarter in 2024. Globally, Greece ranks 3rd for quarterly growth in this sector, followed by the Transport and Supply Chain sector at 23%.
In the Energy and Utilities sector, Greece holds a strong position at 20%, ranking 2nd globally, with growth surpassing the global average by 52 points. The Financial and Real Estate sector stands at 17%, placing Greece 4th worldwide in quarterly growth, outperforming the global average by 21 points.
