Finding a Job in the Cayman Islands

The Cayman Islands has numerous employment opportunities in the financial services industry, making it a desirable jurisdiction to be employed in and attractive to professionals from around the world.

Overseas Job Seekers

There are always employment opportunities in the financial services industry, especially in growth areas such as reinsurance and family offices. The need to show an economic presence in Cayman has led to an increase in companies locating a part of their business to the jurisdiction, driving the demand for professionals in the legal, compliance and corporate services sector. The island has a well-educated local workforce, but the need for qualified accounting, finance, actuarial, compliance and financial services professionals, especially those who are designated and have at least a few years of experience, outnumbers the availability of candidates locally.

Jobs in other sectors (education, construction and retail) exist mainly to meet the demands of the local market. Cayman continues to promote itself as a destination for medical tourism and with the demand for specialty care growing, opportunities regularly come up for suitably qualified health professionals. Jobs in the tourism sector are buoyant and this is likely to remain the case as new hotel complexes open in the coming months and years. For example, ONE | GT, a 95-suite hotel with 82 private residences in central George Town is due to open in early 2026.

The Autumn 2024 Labour Force Survey (LFS), which was published in July 2025, estimates that the total labour force is currently 60,828 people, while the percentage of those unemployed is at 2.4%. The LFS report also estimates that the population of the Islands as of Autumn 2024 was 88,833, and of those, 40,633 were Caymanians, 8,184 were permanent residents and 40,016 were non-Caymanians. Foreign workers make up a larger percentage of our current workforce and represent 139 different countries. Of the labour force, 22,535 were Caymanian, 4,906 were Permanent Residents and 33,387 were non-Caymanians.

The most effective approach to finding good employment depends on what type of role you are suited for and how soon you wish to relocate.

Job seekers can keep an eye on LinkedIn, sign up to the careers page of employers on island that they are interested in, or contact the in-house recruitment team at the organisations that they would like to apply to. They could also reach out to one of the locally based recruitment agencies in Cayman.

Work Permits

Strict work permit regulations exist to ensure that Caymanians, the spouses of Caymanians, permanent residents and existing residents are given preference, in that order, for any position. The rules present some unique hurdles to the expatriate jobseeker, so a basic understanding of this process is required to put the employment market in context and avoid finding yourself in a position that is improvident at best and disastrous at worst.

Unless contracted to government, expatriates must either hold a valid work permit, a Special Economic Zone Certificate, a Certificate of Direct Investment, a Residency and Employment Rights Certificate or hold Permanent Residency with the right to work in a prescribed occupation (or occupations) in order to work and reside in the Cayman Islands. The administration of work permits is the responsibility of the Cayman Islands Government Department of Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC) and they are the legal obligation of your employer. There is also an understandable emphasis on the training of local staff to ensure that they have an opportunity to develop their skills. The onus is on the employer to demonstrate to WORC that they have tried to fill the position with a Caymanian by advertising the job on the WORC portal. Only after all efforts to recruit locally have failed can the employer rightfully justify a work permit application. This process must be repeated periodically (usually once every two or three years) depending on the employer’s circumstances. Some employees can, however, be granted work permits of up to five years duration or, in relation to senior positions in the financial services industry, up to 25 years.

Full Work Permits can take as long as six months to be processed. Temporary Work Permits (for anything from 30 days up to six months) can be granted within a matter of days (if an express fee is paid). A Seasonal Worker’s Permit allows the employee to work for eight months. Exemptions from the work permit restrictions can apply in particular circumstances for short-term visits and other types of permission, such as a Business Visitor’s Permit or even a Visitor’s Work Visa, which may be appropriate alternatives.

Note: A work permit is granted for a specific position with a specific employer and must be made by the employer; an individual cannot apply for one without the employer. This means that a work permit holder is not entitled to work in any other capacity or for any other employer, and any significant changes to the person’s role within an organisation must be approved by WORC prior to the individual taking up a revised role. If you want to take up employment with a different company while you have an existing work permit, your current employer must cancel your permit using the A11 form (Request to Withdraw/Cancel/Refund an Application) which is available on the WORC website. This then releases you from your current work permit. Ideally, this should be submitted the same day as your new work permit is submitted which means that you will not need to leave the island while your new work permit is processing. Note: Do not leave the island on vacation while your new work permit is processing or your current ability to stay on the island will cease until your new work permit is approved. Once employed, you should take some time to consider your situation before your employer applies for your full work permit, as you are effectively bound to them from the time of application until the expiry of the permit unless the permit is cancelled at the employer’s request.

It is unlikely an employer will be granted a work permit unless the proposed expatriate employee is professionally qualified or very well experienced in a relevant field, or there is no interest in the position from the local workforce (which is actually fairly common). This creates something of a ‘Catch 22’ for those expatriates without a professional qualification. The better the position, the higher the level of interest from the local workforce and the less likely it is that an expatriate will be granted a work permit.

There are certain occupations that hold little appeal for existing residents, offering little job security, irregular or anti-social hours, or a somewhat unpredictable or unreliable income stream. Examples include diving, construction, hospitality, security services and commission-based sales positions.

Labour Force & Work Permit Numbers
As of September 2025, there were 37,370 work permits in effect, up from 37,334 in 2024 and 36,263 in 2023. These work permit holders hail from 139 different countries, including Jamaica (14,295), the Philippines (6,940), India (2,181), the UK (2,090), Nepal (1,706), Canada (1,188), Honduras (1,112), the US (838), Nicaragua (712), South Africa (685), Ireland (399) and Kenya (382).

Labour Force by Work Permit Occupations
Of the 37,370 work permits as of September 2025, there were over 1,200 different jobs listed, however, the largest numbers were in the following categories: Domestic Helpers (4,271), Janitors (2,140), Food and Beverage Service Staff (1,737), Masons (1,429), Kitchen Helpers (1,135), Carpenters (1,121), Gardeners (971), Security Officers (808), Primary School and Pre-School Teachers (598), Line Cooks (586), Registered Nurses (440), Building Construction Labourers (436), Cooks (418), Sales Associates (392), and Lawyers (242) to name a few.

Rules on Residing in Cayman Whilst a Work Permit is Processing
WORC authorities generally dictate that individuals should not be present in the Cayman Islands while a work permit application is in process. However, this does not apply if you are already legally resident, including, for example, working legally on a Temporary Work Permit and the full version is submitted to WORC before your Temporary Work Permit expires, or having been released from your work permit and being regularised as a visitor (without leaving the island). Generally speaking, without special circumstances or the consent of the Director of WORC, no one is permitted to remain in the Cayman Islands as a tourist/visitor while a work permit application is being considered and you should not be on the island once this is submitted. Once your permit is approved, you can return to the Cayman Islands and start working.
It should be noted that if you come to the Cayman Islands on a Temporary Work Permit, and your subsequent Full Work Permit application is denied, you will have to cease work immediately and may have to leave Cayman on short notice, unless permitted to remain by virtue of some other provision or unless the denial is being appealed.

Rules on Dependants
Your spouse or children are not automatically entitled to reside in Cayman even if you hold a valid permit. They must be named dependants on the permit and a separate application must be filed if they were not added at the time of original submission. All accompanying dependants must submit an original medical cover letter if over 18 years of age and, for a spouse, a certified copy of your marriage licence, civil partnership, any final divorce decree if applicable, and a police clearance certificate. If the dependant is a child, a certified birth certificate naming you as a parent is required. If your child is of compulsory school age, you have a duty to secure attendance at school in accordance with the law. Where appropriate, arrangements for homeschooling can be made. WORC will consider, along with other factors, your ability to financially support your dependants. Dependants can be added to a temporary or full work permit grant.

Work Permit Term Limits: ‘The Roll Over’ Policy
The Cayman Islands has an immigration ‘term limits’ policy, a necessary consequence of the near-exponential growth of the population over the four decades from 1970 to 2010. Under current provisions, most expatriate workers can only remain in Cayman for a maximum of nine years unless they have applied for Permanent Residency (PR) after passing eight years of legal and ordinary residence. All applications must generally be made by the ninth anniversary of the expatriates’ arrival to live in the Cayman Islands.

The points system for awarding PR provides workers with greater transparency and certainty through a clear and objective set of criteria. The government has announced its intention to reform the rules and although precise details are yet to be announced, it is likely that the system will be tightened, making PR harder to attain.

Labour Law - Know Your Rights

We strongly advise you to become familiar with your employee handbook, the Labour Act (2021 Revision) and the Gender Equality Act (2011 Revision). Below are some of the highlights of the laws governing employment in the Cayman Islands:
Sexual Harassment: The Gender Equality Act (2011 Revision) states that sexual harassment is illegal in the Cayman Islands.

Equal Pay: The law requires that employers pay equal pay for work of equal value, giving women the right to equal pay.
Maternity Leave: The Labour Act (2021 Revision) stipulates that 12 calendar weeks must be granted for maternity leave. The amount of paid maternity leave is four weeks (20 days) of full pay; four weeks of half pay and four weeks of no pay, for all female employees who have completed 12 months of employment. Otherwise, it will be on a prorated basis. In March 2024, the Cayman Islands Government increased maternity and paternity leave for civil servants. Maternity leave increased from 90 to 110 working days and the paid portion of maternity leave has increased from 30 to 60 working days on normal pay. Paternity leave has increased to 20 working days, with 10 days on normal pay and the remainder without pay.
Holiday Pay: According to the Labour Act (2021), each employee is entitled to a minimum of two weeks’ vacation (10 working days) for the first four years of employment, three weeks (15 working days) for years five to ten, and four weeks (20 days) if employed for over ten years for the same company. This does not include the eleven public holidays (approximately) that Cayman has each year. Staff required to work on a public holiday must be paid double their normal rate of pay for the hours actually worked.
Severance Pay: Under the Labour Act (2021), all employees who have continually worked for their employer for more than a year are entitled to receive severance pay if their employment is terminated for any reason other than for misconduct and poor performance at a rate of one weeks’ salary for every completed year of service. For part-time employees, severance pay is calculated based on the ratio of their hours of employment to the standard work week.
Sick Leave Pay: If an employee takes any sick days in a full calendar year of employment, they are entitled to be paid their basic wage for a total of 10 days.
Unfair Dismissal: If an employee feels that they have been unfairly dismissed, they have 90 days from the date the employment was terminated to file a claim for unfair dismissal with the Department of Labour and Pensions. If the employee is successful with their claim, they may be entitled to further compensation if the Labour Tribunal deems fit.
Minimum Wage: In June 2025 the government announced that it would increase the minimum wage from CI$6 per hour to CI$8.75 effective 1st January 2026.
Pension Payments: If you are Caymanian, your new employer must start paying your pension immediately. If you are an expat on a work permit, your employer can allow you a 9-month grace period before they have to start paying your pension. However, if you leave the island for more than three months, then your 9-month grace period starts over.

Overtime & Weekend Hours

As is the case in most leading jurisdictions around the world, many companies expect their employees to work beyond the normal eight-hour workday. Conversely, standard Human Resource (HR) practices may vary from country to country. Before taking a job, familiarise yourself with the work culture. Ask your prospective employer’s HR professional whether overtime pay or time in lieu is provided.

Knowledge of the Labour Act will assist you in determining what is legal in the Cayman Islands from an employment law standpoint. Check the Department of Labour and Pensions’ website (www.dlp.gov.ky) for more information. The Cayman Islands Society for HR Professionals (www.cishrp.ky) is also a great resource.

Finding a Job

There are always vacancies for well qualified professionals in the legal and financial services sector, and especially in the reinsurance industry which is booming in Cayman. For professionals looking for jobs in this industry, it is advisable to reach out to employment agencies as they are finding that new firms in this space are coming to agencies to assist with recruitment as they do not have the local connections to build their initial staff.

This is a time of amazing opportunity for well qualified Caymanians, especially those in the financial services field, as they are highly sought after and in much demand. However, it is commonly acknowledged that the appetite for qualified financial professionals outnumbers supply, and population growth is just not filling high-level finance jobs.

The medical industry has transformed over the past five years, with high demand for specialist doctors and qualified nurses which mostly have to be recruited from overseas. There are still no recruitment agencies on Grand Cayman that specialise in this space, so direct applications to the different hospitals/clinics are your best bet for finding new positions.

Although there are 37,370 work permits in issue as of September 2025, these jobs fill a genuine need across a span of positions, from gardener to managing director. A very effective way to look for work in Cayman is to register with local recruitment agencies, as they have access to roles that you may otherwise not see.

TechCayman which provides founders, startups, and tech companies with streamlined business relocation and immigration services, including fast-track work permits, flexible setup, and seamless relocation for employees and their families, also bring many companies to Cayman. See their website for their sponsored enterprises.

Expatriate workers should be very wary of being offered a job in the gardening, domestic helper or handyman fields in Cayman. They must ensure that there is a genuine job for them in Cayman. We have received stories of overseas workers getting a work permit, which they have illegally been asked to pay for themselves. Then, having taken out a loan to get themselves here, they arrive in Cayman to find that there is no job and they have no way to support themselves or get themselves home. For more information on this story and the abuse of vulnerable foreign workers in Cayman please read this very good article by journalist James Whittaker at the Cayman Compass.

Caymanian Job Seekers

If you are an educated or skilled Caymanian, you should have an advantage in this job market, particularly in certain sectors such as the financial services industry. Keep an eye on LinkedIn, contact employers in the fields you are interested in, and sign up to their careers page.

In addition to contacting any of the local recruitment agencies on Grand Cayman for assistance in finding a job, Caymanian job seekers can also register with the Workforce Opportunities and Residency Cayman (WORC) and see what jobs are available. Please see here.

As a government public/private initiative the Ready2Work KY programme is designed to support employers as they make efforts to employ Caymanians, and support Caymanians as they seek to gain and maintain employment. While employers focus on the development of technical and subject matter skills and expertise, the Ready2Work KY team is on hand and ready to deliver services designed to address any barriers to employment. Caymanians, those married to Caymanians, Permanent Residents or Legal and Ordinary Residents are invited to join one of the orientation sessions which provide in depth information about the various programmes on offer such as Ready2Work KY, Passport2Success, Internships, Apprenticeships, Job Link and other employment initiatives. To register for the programme you will need to fill out and submit the Ready2Work Application Form online. Amongst other things, it will ask you what areas of employment you are interested in, whether you have access to transportation, reliable internet, a computer and childcare for your children, if you have children. It will also ask if you have registered with WORC. Once you have gone through this stage you will be asked to produce your passport, birth certificate, Caymanian Status letter and proof of your immigration paperwork. You will be required to upload the documents noted below depending on your immigration status.

If you would like to participate in Ready2Work KY, contact (345) 945 3114, email: ready2work@gov.ky or visit the Ready2Work KY page to get more information.

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Jobs in the financial services market in the Cayman Islands are more diversified now than in the last 15 years. It used to be predominantly legal and audit work, followed recently by a lot of compliance work; however, since the introduction of the International Tax Co-operation (Economic Substance) Act (2021 Revision) in January 2019 and the Virtual Asset (Service Providers) Act (2022 Revision) in October 2020, the landscape has changed.

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Cayman's top legal firms are internationally known, solution driven and client focused. These global players are able to attract the top lawyers from London to Hong Kong, even from London’s magic circle firms.

Most of Cayman’s top firms specialise in corporate and international finance law, focusing on investment funds, capital markets and structured finance. Cayman law firms are also internationally renowned for advising top asset managers and institutional investors from around the world, as well being involved in high level international insolvency and restructuring deals. It is not surprising that the legal industry on Island continues to experience growth.

Lawyers should note that if they are seeking to practise Cayman Islands’ Law, there are strict Bar admission requirements. To be eligible for admission, non-local lawyers must have at least three years post-qualification experience gained in a relevant jurisdiction (UK, Ireland, NZ, Australia, Canada and certain Caribbean nations), as well as previous financial services experience, preferably in mutual/hedge funds, insurance, insolvency, finance or commercial litigation.

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Teaching positions in private schools regularly come up. See the Education section and apply to various schools directly.

Teaching and Education jobs in the Government schools, as well as positions within the Ministry of Education, are advertised on www.careers.gov.ky. To apply for a position, you must create a profile on the website and then it will let you apply for a specific position. The same jobs are also posted on the Ministry of Education’s Facebook page: @educationcayman. Teacher recruitment is typically done from January to August, with late resignations and support staff being recruited from late August to December. You can also email: careers@gov.ky with questions. Their HR services team will respond to your enquiry very quickly.

Employment contracts for teachers are generally two years in length, include a range of benefits and are subject to an annual performance process.

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Medical professionals fully registered in Australia, Canada, Jamaica, the UK, New Zealand, South Africa and the USA may be eligible to practise in the Cayman Islands once they have become registered with the appropriate council. This applies to both doctors and nurses. The latter must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or its equivalent and they must have a minimum of three years of experience as a Registered Nurse before they can practise in Cayman. Consultants and doctors with specialist training are preferred at all registered health care facilities.

Please visit the Department of Health Regulatory Services website for complete information about the registration process and requirements at the department of Health Regulatory Services.

For more information on recruitment at the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA), please visit the employment and training section on www.hsa.ky, where they list job vacancies.

Doctors Hospital is a locally-owned provider of international-standard, private-sector healthcare services. They post their job openings on the careers page of their website. See the Doctors Hospital website or email your resume to careers@doctorshospitalcayman.com.

Health City Cayman Islands is a private, institutional tertiary care hospital located in East End with a satellite clinic in Camana Bay. They are also in the process of building a new hospital next to Camana Bay. They accept applications from qualified healthcare professionals from around the world. Email your resumé to careers@healthcity.ky.

Alternatively, Cayman Resident lists all the resident doctors by their specialties, as well as all of Cayman's medical clinics, pharmacies and dental practices. To review everything medical in the Cayman Islands visit this page.

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Other Skills & Professions

For those with qualifications, skills or ambitions not related to financial or legal services, finding good employment may require more research and legwork. Most recruitment agencies will be able to point you in the right direction, and some may have vacancies within your field, so it will be a matter of researching the agencies that may be able to help you. If you are Caymanian, a Permanent Resident or currently on a work permit, you can register on the new WORC portal and see all the jobs that have been posted on there.

Employers from top firms have access to this database and regularly post job listings on this online system. The department of WORC, in conjunction with the former NWDA, has a career assessment centre and provides free career counselling and training to Caymanians. You can also use LinkedIn, the Cayman Compass classifieds or Yello to make a list of potential employers and write to them enclosing your resumé.

For your cover letter, remember to include when you will be available to work, your skills, your qualifications and your marital status. Some Cayman employers will also be interested to know if you currently reside in Cayman, and if not, you should be prepared to have a convincing case for moving and being committed to your potential employer. Most employers will not reply unless they have a suitable vacancy. It is good practice to follow up with a call to their Human Resources Manager to confirm receipt and enquire as to any current vacancies available.

The field of office temping has changed significantly in recent years. Employment agencies can no longer relocate you to Cayman, hold your permit and lend you out for a few weeks at one company and a few weeks at another. Now the employment agency must have a contract from a local Cayman firm showing where you are going to work, for how long and what work you are doing. The reality is that there are many Caymanians now filling those temping jobs, and expats are only needed if the job is genuinely temporary by nature and no Caymanian can be found. If you do want to sign up with an agency, you should do as much research on them as possible. A good agency will be able to provide references from current and past staff members, together with contact details, which will allow you to confirm their authenticity yourself. For other specific industries, the situation is as follows:

Construction

The construction industry in Cayman has contracted somewhat in the last year with an overall slowdown in construction finance, most notably for larger projects over CI$1 million. There are therefore fewer construction jobs available compared to the recent past. Local recruiters do not handle construction recruitment, however, potential employees could reach out directly to local construction companies or contact Ping International Recruitment, who are an international construction recruitment company. Having spoken to a few high-end construction companies, they recommend sending your resumé, plus a covering letter showing that you have done some research on the company you are applying to. It is also a good idea to demonstrate a willingness to arrange a Zoom call for an initial meeting, ensuring that you follow up if you don’t get a response within the first week. If you have the financial means, it may be worth visiting Cayman and arranging to meet with a few construction companies in person. Local companies are often looking for experienced project managers who are highly skilled in luxury home building. Note: For those seeking a job in the construction industry in Cayman, you need to be licensed. Please see the Department of Planning's website and look under the ‘Resources’ tab for professional licences required for those in the building industry. A number of high-end construction companies in the Cayman Islands are listed here: local construction companies, and then you can contact them directly.

CI Government Jobs

The Cayman Islands Government and their associated statutory authorities (for a list see here) are the largest employer in the Cayman Islands with over 4,800 employees, of which almost 70% are Caymanian, across 1,000 different roles and over 90 different agencies.

For job vacancies at Statutory Authorities and Government Companies, you need to go through the Government’s careers portal as this is where all Civil Service jobs are posted and where you need to create a profile before you can apply for a specific position.

Most people love working for the CIG. There is good job security, the hours are reasonable and the pay and benefits are good. If you are identified as a hard worker, you can also often get transferred to a different department if you would like a change.

Health Field

Medical professionals fully registered in Australia, Canada, Jamaica, the UK, New Zealand, South Africa and the USA may be eligible to practice in the Cayman Islands once they have become registered with the appropriate Council. This applies to both doctors and nurses. The latter must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, or its equivalent, and they have to have a minimum of three years experience as a Registered Nurse before they can practice in Cayman.

Consultants and doctors with specialist training are preferred at all registered health care facilities. Please visit the Department of Health Regulatory Services’ website for complete information about the registration process and requirements at https://gov.ky/web/dhrs.

For more information on recruitment at the Cayman Islands Health Services Authority (HSA), please visit the Employment and Training section on www.hsa.ky.

The Doctors Hospital, a locally-owned provider of international-standard, private-sector hospital and healthcare services. Email your resume to careers@doctorshospitalcayman.com.

Health City Cayman Islands is a private, institutional healthcare facility with Medical Tourism designation and accepts applications from qualified healthcare professionals from around the world. Email your resumé to careers@healthcity.ky.

Electricians and Plumbers

Legally, all electrical and plumbing workers require a local licence to work in the Cayman Islands. Plumbers are licensed by the Plumber’s Examination Board and should contact the Planning Department about specifics of the process. Information can be found on www.planning.ky, under the ‘Resources’ tab. Electricians must satisfy the CI Electrical Board of Examiners that their qualifications meet the requirements of the Electricity Regulations. Call the Planning Department on (345) 244 6501 for more information. In all cases, a certified copy of your licence, trade certificate and trade references must be submitted along with your application for a local licence.

Grocery Store Positions

Foster’s Supermarket has several locations and you can reach the HR department via email: careers@fosters.ky or submit an application on the Fosters Careers Page. The jobs that they have available are listed on their website.

For Kirk Market, you can visit their careers page and see what positions they have vacancies in.

For those seeking employment at Hurley’s, you need to email your resume and a cover letter to Shanna Merren, and her email address is: shannamerren@hurleygroup.com. They no longer have a page on their website where you can view vacancies.

Hospitality Industry Jobs

There has been a good amount of growth in the tourism sector in the past few years with the introduction of new hotels and restaurants and the increase of visitors post-COVID. Tourist workers are usually hired in September and October to fill positions in time for high season, which starts in December. Locals are encouraged to register on the JobsCayman/WORC website where they can view what jobs are available. Alternatively, email the hotels and restaurants directly. Seasonal permits for six or eight months are obtainable.

Visit the Good Taste website at www.caymangoodtaste.com to contact the restaurants of your choice. It is recommended that you mail your resumé directly to specific restaurants and those that are interested will call to interview you over the phone.

Jobs in the Diving Industry in Cayman

Dive companies in Cayman are often looking for both experienced and newly qualified diving instructors and dive masters and they post their jobs on a Facebook page called Dive Jobs Worldwide. The dive companies in Cayman would also love you to send them your resume directly.

IT Jobs

There is demand for workers to fill IT positions as the tech industry continues its steady growth on the island. With Cayman Tech City (part of CEC), TechCayman and the need for expertise within areas such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, cyber-security and Web3, organisations are having to look further afield to find the specialist skillsets needed. Vacancies in software development come up most often, (specifically within the .NET/C# and python spaces) in addition to project management, product management and business analyst roles. These positions are often advertised by and filled through employment agencies.

Companies tend to seek mid-level to senior candidates for roles within tech and are generally open to sponsoring work permits and providing relocation support to qualified candidates. The exception to this would be within the areas of IT support, helpdesk and network administration, where there is a significant local workforce, so overseas applicants are usually not considered. There has also been an increase in internships and junior/entry-level tech roles as more tech graduates are entering the workforce now. These roles are always filled by locals.

If you have any questions about finding a job in the IT field then the CML website lists available positions. They also have a very useful page on the IT qualifications that employers look for in top talent when hiring from overseas.

Office Support Staff

There is a consistent demand for compliance professionals, corporate administrators, legal secretaries, trust officers and HR professionals; these positions are often filled by employment agencies. Both Caymanians and expats are needed, and it is commonly acknowledged that there are more positions available than people to fill them. However, it is worth noting that although these positions are open to expats, employers prefer candidates who are already living in Cayman, or in the process of moving here as a dependant, rather than relocating an individual for these roles. There are a few personal and executive assistant positions, but these positions are generally filled by Caymanians. Support staff in accounting firms and non-qualified accounting positions, such as accounts payable/receivable, also tend to be local.

Luxury Retail Jobs

The major recruiters in the retail field are Island Companies and Kirk Freeport. Both would be happy for you to contact them directly; you can email Island Companies at acljobs@dart.ky and Kirk Freeport via work@kirkfreeport.com.

Sales Jobs

Sales jobs in Cayman usually have a commission-based component and consequently Caymanians tend to avoid these jobs. The best way to find a sales position is to make a few phone calls from your home country, introduce yourself and then send your resumé.

Marketing Jobs

There is a non-profit organisation in Cayman called CIMPA (Cayman Islands Marketing Professionals Association) that provides a platform for professional development and collaboration within the local marketing industry. They are a good way for marketing professionals across Cayman’s business community to connect with each other. Visit www.cimpa.ky for a list of marketing vacancies.

Telecommunications Jobs

Staff are most often hired locally and promoted from within the particular business. Some jobs do occasionally become available and in these cases, recruitment is done through local and overseas employment agencies. You can also find a list of the telecommunication companies in Cayman to contact them directly.

Other Employers

Dart Enterprises and Caribbean Utilities Company are large companies that may be seeking motivated employees.

Dart Enterprises is the holding company for a portfolio of companies. Based in Grand Cayman, the company has a global reach with investments around the world and its holdings include real estate, development, property management, retail, finance and technology. Visit Dart Careers for all the current vacancies and recruitment information.

Caribbean Utilities Company (CUC), is the local electricity company. The Company’s workforce is currently comprised of 82% Caymanian employees and 18% other nationalities, leading to a diverse working environment. Employees are given a number of opportunities for training, which allows growth and upward mobility within the organisation. If you are interested in joining the CUC team, you may email your resume to careers@cuc.ky or visit www.cuc-cayman.com and navigate to the ‘Careers’ tab on the home page.