Nicosiaruns 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
Government & public administration
Cypriot ministries, the House of Representatives, the Central Bank of Cyprus
The seat of government and the reason a large professional class lives here. It also means the permit, tax and social insurance headquarters are on your doorstep.
Banking & finance
Bank of Cyprus, Hellenic Bank, Central Bank of Cyprus
The domestic banking sector is headquartered in Nicosia rather than Limassol — a distinction that surprises people who assume the business city holds everything.
Technology & gaming
Wargaming, NetInfo, Logicom, local software houses
Wargaming's headquarters are in Nicosia, and it anchors the city's technology employment. Cyprus's ICT sector grew substantially after 2022 as regional companies relocated staff.
Higher education & research
University of Cyprus, University of Nicosia, European University Cyprus, the Cyprus Institute
Nicosia is the island's university city. The University of Nicosia is the largest private university in Cyprus and teaches predominantly in English, which is why the student population is so international.
Professional & corporate services
PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, EY and a large local legal and audit sector
The Big Four all have substantial Nicosia offices alongside Limassol ones. Regulatory and tax work sits closer to the ministries here.
Healthcare & pharmaceuticals
Nicosia General Hospital, private clinic groups, Remedica, Medochemie (Limassol)
Cyprus has a real generic pharmaceutical industry, and the largest public hospital and the regulatory bodies are in Nicosia.
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