The current global scenario persists around the varied dynamics of job search, career decisions, job market trends, and recruitment practices. The research underscores the critical role of career decisions in bridging the gap between job seekers and employers, illustrating how informed career choices can enhance job search effectiveness and recruitment efficiency. The study employs a systematic literature review methodology, analyzing various sources from 1991 to 2024 to present a holistic view of the subject. The findings reveal a significant transition in job market dynamics, with a shift in employers’ approach toward designing job patterns that consider job seekers’ choices, work preferences, and career decisions. This shift has ensured job seekers can fulfill their job-related requirements through various means, including digitization and artificial intelligence. However, the study also notes the challenges posed by socioeconomic conditions, which can lead to rising unemployment levels and a mismatch between career choices and available job opportunities. The article’s limitations include its reliance on open-access articles and a restricted number of databases, which may constrain the comprehensiveness of the findings. Nonetheless, the research contributes significantly to understanding the interplay between job search, career decisions, job market trends, and recruitment practices.