Employer Activity Regarding Flexible Schedules on headhunter.kg
A flexible work schedule implies that employees can independently plan their working hours while adhering to established rules. This format is available to all categories of workers, including those working remotely.Key elements of a flexible schedule include:
- a specific time when the employee must be available to perform their duties;
- flexible hours that allow for self-determined start and end times of the workday;
- an accounting period to monitor compliance with working time norms.
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*The median salary is a more accurate indicator than the average income, as it does not distort data caused by extreme values and shows the central tendency.In 2025, flexible schedules were most common in mass and service professions. The largest increase in vacancies was observed among call center operators (+148.8%), cooks and bakers (+115.8%), as well as SMM and content managers (+103.5%). This indicates an expansion of flexible employment forms both in the service sector and in digital professions. The highest median salary was noted for couriers (72,268 soms), while the segments of trade, education, and administrative positions showed moderate but stable demand.
Top 10 Cities with Vacancies Offering Flexible Work Schedules in 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, the growth of vacancies with flexible schedules was concentrated in large and developing cities. Tokmok led in dynamics (+80.0%), followed by Osh (+75.8%), while Bishkek demonstrated a growth of 50.9%. In Karakol and Manas, on the contrary, there was a reduction in such vacancies, indicating uneven development of flexible schedules in different regions.
Applicant Activity Regarding Flexible Schedules on headhunter.kg
Top 10 In-Demand Professions by Resumes with Flexible Schedules and Median Expected Salary for 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, there was a decrease in the number of resumes with flexible schedules on headhunter.kg. The largest decline was recorded among programmers and SMM specialists (over -32%), as well as among salespeople and waiters (about -31%). This indicates a decrease in the activity of applicants focused on flexible working conditions. Meanwhile, the median salary expectations remain at the level of 30,000 to 50,000 soms, indicating sustained interest in flexible schedules, albeit with a more cautious approach from applicants.
Top 10 Cities with Resumes Offering Flexible Work Schedules in 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, only Bishkek saw an increase in resumes with flexible schedules (+64.3%), while other cities recorded a decrease in applicant activity. The largest decline was noted in Karakol (-61.9%), Cholpon-Ata (-58.8%), and Kara-Balta (-56.1%). This data indicates a concentration of applicants' interest in flexible working conditions primarily in the capital, while interest in the regions is weakening.
Employer Activity Regarding Remote Work on headhunter.kg
Remote work involves performing job duties outside the employer's office using information technologies.Top 10 Professions with Remote Work Schedules and Median Offered Salary for 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, there was a sharp increase in remote vacancies on headhunter.kg across most professions. The largest growth was recorded among SMM and content managers (+238.5%), marketers (+177.1%), educators (+178.0%), and designers (+172.4%). This indicates an expansion of remote employment in creative and digital fields. Additionally, the growing demand for HR specialists (+136.6%), accountants (+122.0%), and technical support specialists (+151.1%) indicates the establishment of remote work as a sustainable tool for various business functions.
Top 10 Cities with Vacancies Offering Remote Work Schedules in 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, remote work on headhunter.kg shows significant growth in all cities of Kyrgyzstan. The leaders in dynamics were Tokmok (+163.6%), Kara-Balta and Balakchy (+140.0%), as well as Kyzyl-Kiya and Naryn (+142.9%). This indicates an expansion of remote employment beyond major cities and a reduction in territorial restrictions for employers and applicants.
Applicant Activity Regarding Remote Work on headhunter.kg
Top 10 Professions by Resumes with Remote Work Schedules and Median Expected Salary for 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, there is heterogeneity in the dynamics of resumes with remote schedules on headhunter.kg. An increase in applicant activity is observed in education, administration, accounting, and design (up to +18.5%), while a decrease in the number of resumes is recorded in IT, call centers, SMM, and administrative support (up to -27.8%). This indicates a shift in applicants' interest towards more stable remote roles.
Top 10 Cities with Resumes Offering Remote Work Schedules for 2025 on headhunter.kg
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In 2025, there is a decrease in the number of resumes with remote schedules on headhunter.kg across all cities in Kyrgyzstan. The smallest decline was recorded in Bishkek (-4.3%) and Osh (-7.8%), while in other cities the drop reached 15–20%. This data indicates an overall decrease in applicant activity in the field of remote work, regardless of the region.
General Conclusions
Overall, the data for 2025 demonstrate a discrepancy between demand and supply in the areas of flexible and remote employment: employers are actively increasing the number of remote vacancies, especially in digital and creative specializations, while applicant activity by resumes in most cities and professions is either decreasing or growing very modestly. In the flexible schedule segment, there is high demand from businesses, especially in applied and service sectors, while the number of resumes is decreasing, which may indicate a potential candidate shortage. Remote work, on the other hand, is strengthening as a strategically important hiring tool; however, applicants are becoming more selective and cautious in their actions in the market. Overall, the market is showing a transition to a more mature model: the diversity of employment formats continues to grow, but hiring and job search decisions are becoming more conscious from both sides.HeadHunter is the leading online platform for job searching and recruitment in Kyrgyzstan and other CIS countries.
This overview was prepared by "HeadHunter Kyrgyzstan" based on the analysis of job vacancies and resumes posted on the headhunter.kg website. The image on the main page is illustrative: levkostin.ru.
