Toronto averages 71.8 applicants per job across 24,398 open positions from 4,145 employers.
Data Analyst leads with 158 applicants per job—5.4× higher than the least competitive roles
Toronto's most competitive positions are concentrated in tech and finance roles. Our analysis of 24,398 LinkedIn job postings shows Data Analyst as the hardest role to land, with 158 applicants competing for each of just 72 openings. That's 5.4× more competitive than Pharmacist roles and 120% above Toronto's average of 71.8 applicants per job.
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Healthcare and skilled trades roles dominate Toronto's least competitive job categories. Pharmacist positions have just 29 applicants per opening across 53 available jobs—5.4× easier to land than Data Analyst roles and 60% below Toronto's average competition of 71.8 applicants.
Software Engineer leads with 760 openings at 102 applicants per job | Data Analyst is hardest to land at 158 applicants | Pharmacist easiest at 29
Our analysis of 24,398 LinkedIn job postings reveals significant variation in competition across Toronto's 45 major job categories. Software Engineer offers the most opportunity with 760 open positions, but faces 102 applicants per role. Meanwhile, Data Analyst is the hardest role to land in Toronto with 158 applicants competing for just 72 openings.
Of all 45 job titles analyzed, 30 roles are highly competitive (70+ applicants) accounting for 4,542 jobs, while 5 roles have below-average competition (under 40 applicants) with 556 combined openings. The competition gap in Toronto is stark: Data Analyst averages 158 applicants while Pharmacist sees just 29—a 5.4× difference.
TD leads with 828 jobs (3.4% of market) | Andiamo hardest at 161 applicants | Agoda easiest at 25
TD dominates Toronto's job market with 828 open positions—3.4% of all jobs in the metro area—at 48 applicants per role. Scotiabank follows with 598 positions at 74 applicants each. The top 10 employers alone account for 3,789 jobs—16% of Toronto's market.
Competition varies dramatically by employer. Andiamo is the hardest place to get hired in Toronto with 161 applicants per job, while Agoda offers better odds at just 25 applicants. Of 68 major employers analyzed, 27 have high competition (70+ applicants) and 13 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
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Data compiled by ResumeTarget.com from 24,398 LinkedIn job postings in the Toronto metro area. Updated Dec 2, 2025.
TD, Scotiabank, and 8 other employers with 5,300 open positions
The Banking & Finance sector in Toronto currently has 5,300 open positions across 10 employers in Toronto, Mississauga. With an average of 69 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
OpenText, Jerry, and 8 other employers with 5,102 open positions
The Technology sector in Toronto currently has 5,102 open positions across 10 employers in Richmond Hill, Toronto, Markham. With an average of 81 applicants per job, this industry is highly competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
University Health Network, Trillium Health Partners, and 8 other employers with 1,651 open positions
The Healthcare sector in Toronto currently has 1,651 open positions across 10 employers in Toronto, Mississauga, Markham, and more. With an average of 58 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
Walmart Canada, Staples Canada, and 8 other employers with 1,503 open positions
The Retail sector in Toronto currently has 1,503 open positions across 10 employers in Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Brampton, and more. With an average of 73 applicants per job, this industry is highly competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
McCain Foods, Magna International, and 8 other employers with 1,416 open positions
The Manufacturing sector in Toronto currently has 1,416 open positions across 10 employers in Toronto, Brampton, Vaughan, and more. With an average of 80 applicants per job, this industry is highly competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
GHD, Aecon Group Inc., and 8 other employers with 1,130 open positions
The Construction sector in Toronto currently has 1,130 open positions across 10 employers in Mississauga, Toronto, Brampton, and more. With an average of 69 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
WSP in Canada, EY, and 8 other employers with 1,111 open positions
The Consulting sector in Toronto currently has 1,111 open positions across 10 employers in Toronto, Markham, Mississauga. With an average of 58 applicants per job, this industry is moderately competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Groupe Compass Quebec ltée., and 8 other employers with 844 open positions
The Hospitality sector in Toronto currently has 844 open positions across 10 employers in Toronto, Mississauga. With an average of 72 applicants per job, this industry is highly competitive compared to Toronto's overall market average of 71.8.
Engineering and Information Technology leads with 2,918 jobs (12% of market) at 77 applicants | Health Care Provider easiest to break into at 38 applicants
Engineering and Information Technology dominates Toronto's job market with 2,918 open positions—12% of all jobs—at 77 applicants per role. Management and Manufacturing follows with 2,398 positions at 62 applicants each. The top 3 functions account for 7,401 jobs—30% of Toronto's entire job market.
Competition varies significantly by function. Marketing is the most competitive category in Toronto with 105 applicants per job, while Health Care Provider offers the best odds at just 38 applicants—a 67-applicant difference. Of 29 functions analyzed, 17 are highly competitive (70+ applicants) and 1 have below-average competition (under 40 applicants).
How does Toronto's job competition compare to Canada rivals?
Head-to-head job market comparison
Toronto has 39% more competition overall than Vancouver. Vancouver has easier competition for key roles.
See full Vancouver job market data →Ranked by competition level (lower = easier)
Toronto ranks #5 of 5 for easiest job market in Canada. The most competitive market—a strong resume is essential.
Competition changes from other cities
Competition data based on 24,398 active job postings in Toronto.
Toronto averages 71.8 applicants per job across 24,398 open positions. Data Analyst is hardest at 158 applicants; Pharmacist is easiest at 29.
Data Analyst (158 applicants per job), Data Engineer (119), and Administrative Assistant (116). These roles see 5.4× more competition than healthcare positions.
Pharmacist (29 applicants per job, 53 openings), Chef (34), and Nurse (34).
TD leads with 828 jobs, followed by Scotiabank (598) and TD Securities (405). 4,145 companies are actively hiring.
24,398 open positions across 4,145 employers. Data from LinkedIn, updated Dec 2, 2025.
Banking & Finance (5,300 jobs), Technology (5,102), and Healthcare (1,651).
ResumeTarget.com compiled and analyzed 24,398 full-time job postings from LinkedIn across the Toronto-metro area to calculate competition levels by job title, industry, employer, and job function.
Competition is measured by the average number of applicants per job posting. Roles with 70+ applicants are classified as highly competitive, 40-69 as moderately competitive, and under 40 as less competitive.
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