Recruiters in Malta’s iGaming industry are finding it difficult to keep up with the demand for skilled professionals, as job openings are outpacing available talent, iGaming Capital.mt, Malta’s leading igaming news portal has exclusively reported. With over 1,000 vacancies currently listed on LinkedIn alone, spanning iGaming firms, affiliate companies, and service providers, businesses are finding it increasingly difficult to fill key positions fast enough.
A quick look at LinkedIn reveals a wide range of open roles, from Head of Product: Casino & Sports Betting and Partnership Managers to Head of Game Development, Content Site Managers, and Senior Financial Analysts.
This talent gap highlights both the resilience and the growing pains of Malta’s iGaming sector. While the country remains a global hub for gaming and betting firms, companies are increasingly competing to attract top talent in an evolving and highly specialised market.
Industry stakeholders are now focusing on strategies to bridge this gap, from refining recruitment efforts and enhancing employer branding to tapping into international talent and upskilling local professionals. As the demand for expertise continues to rise, the challenge for recruiters is clear - how to ensure Malta remains an attractive and sustainable destination for iGaming professionals.
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