If you’re thinking of a career change, the latest LinkedIn Global Talent Report and Jobs on the Rise list predicts a role in HR, tech or engineering could be your best bet.
The 2022 LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise list reveals the 15 fastest-growing job titles over the past five years and the trends defining the future of the world of work. To put together this year’s rankings, LinkedIn looked at data to calculate the job titles experiencing the highest growth rates from January 2017 through July 2021.
The list delivers insight into the future of work in Australia, identifying where long-term opportunities lie. If you’re thinking about making a career pivot – the list provides a sneak peek into the skills you might want to invest in for the future.
Originally created as a resource for jobseekers the list also delivers insights on salary, years of experience prior to landing the role, education levels and more.
LinkedIn Career Expert, Cayla Dengate says “As the trending roles in labour market change regularly, to help Jobseekers find a role in 2022, LinkedIn has today released our Jobs on the Rise report. This list provides insight into where the workforce is heading and the long-term opportunities for job seekers to help set them up for success with their next move.
“Overall, we’re seeing big movements in HR and tech roles, with specifically engineering-focused jobs having been some of the fastest-growing positions over the past five years. For those looking to transition to a new a new field, look at the necessary skills and top job transitions to discover how you can pivot your own experience to find your new role.”
You can check out the Jobs on the Rise report here
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