Jobs in Jamaica
National reportSeptember 2026
How workers rate working in Jamaica
2.6 out of 5, from 210 reviews.
38% of workers in Jamaica would recommend their job.
Would notWould
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What workers like and dislike
Pay & Benefits
38%
Management & LeadershipLOWEST
29%
Culture
37%
Career Development
39%
Work-Life BalanceHIGHEST
46%
Job Security
41%
JMD monthly, before tax
What it pays
$100k–$150kEntry level
$100k–$150kExperienced staff
$200k–$300kSupervisor
$300k–$400kManager
$400k–$550kSenior leadership
Workers in Jamaica shared what they earn each month, in Jamaican dollars before tax.
What workers liked and disliked
What workers liked
35%
mentioned reasonable working hours
Also mentioned
- 34%Good pay
- 30%Good benefits
- 30%Job feels stable
What workers disliked
61%
mentioned pay could be better
Also mentioned
- 49%Management could be more supportive
- 49%Communication could be clearer
- 46%Benefits could be better
Percentages show how many of the 210 reviewers selected each point.
By worker rating
Top rated industries
- 1Banking, Finance & InsuranceMost said: Room to grow3.5out of 5
- 2BPO / Call CentreMost said: Pay could be better2.6out of 5
- 3Government & Public SectorMost said: Management could be more supportive2.3out of 5
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Industries in Jamaica
21 industries- Ranked
- Banking, Finance & InsuranceMost said: Room to grow3.5out of 5
- BPO / Call CentreMost said: Pay could be better2.6out of 5
- Government & Public SectorMost said: Management could be more supportive2.3out of 5
- Manufacturing2.2out of 5
- Retail2.0out of 5
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Numbers update as new reviews come in.