Baliruns on a handful of strong industries. If you’re job-hunting or weighing a move, here’s where the opportunities (and the big-name employers) are.
Top industries & employers
Tourism & hospitality
Hotels, villas, restaurants, beach clubs
The island's economic engine, employing a huge share of the local and expat workforce.
Remote work & digital nomads
Dojo, Outpost, Tropical Nomad (coworking)
One of the world's densest remote-work hubs, especially around Canggu and Ubud.
Wellness & yoga
Ubud retreats, yoga teacher trainings, spas
A global wellness destination, with a deep retreat and teacher-training economy.
Surf & water sports
Surf schools, dive operators, board shapers
A year-round surf economy from Canggu to Uluwatu, plus diving off the east coast.
Creative & e-commerce
Content creators, agencies, fashion & jewellery export
A booming scene of online founders, creators and small export brands.
Real estate & construction
Villa developers, property agents
Fast-growing (and increasingly regulated) villa development across the south.
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