From the rise in industry-wide resignations to the growing demand for remote work, the hiring landscape is shifting. Companies are looking to hire fast. Toss in the retail companies actively increasing their start pay to be more competitive– and many businesses are afraid they cannot attract the talent they need. Preparing for the economic downturn by positioning yourself as a highly-skilled asset is an excellent way to prepare for what lies ahead.
In this article, we are sharing the fastest-growing jobs of 2023 and covering
- Job Duties
- Common skills
- Common industries
- Median years of prior experience
Healthcare Assistant
What they do: Healthcare assistants care for patients in a hospital or a residential care facility. They typically assist patients with daily activities, checking vital signs and performing clerical and admin work as necessary.
Most common skills: Health care, nursing, clerical, admin
Most common industries: Hospitals and health care, consumer services, entertainment providers
Prior years of experience: 1.8
Cybersecurity engineer
What they do: Cybersecurity engineers identify threats and vulnerabilities in systems and software to integrate solutions that defend against hacking or malware.
Related job titles: Information security analyst, Network security engineer
Most common skills: Cybersecurity, mathematical, analytical, information security, network security
Most common industries: Banks, retail corporations, government agencies, manufacturing, technology, and media
Prior years of experience: 2.9
Diversity and Inclusion Manager
What they do: Diversity & Inclusion Managers advise managers and staff on best practices around diversity and inclusion in the workplace. They design and present trainings and investigate reports or concerns about discrimination or harassment.
Related job titles: Human Resources Assistant, HR Business Partner
Most Common Skills: human resources, employment regulations, conflict mediation, communication
Most Common Industries: Banking, Private Sector, Government agencies
Prior years of experience: 2-4
Employee Experience Manager
What they do: Employee experience managers oversee processes that support employee engagement, well-being, and development within an organization, including training programs and mentoring initiatives.
Related job titles: People and Culture Manager, Lean Employment Specialist
Most Common Skills: human resources, employment regulations, conflict mediation, communication
Most Common Industries: Banking, Private Sector, Government agencies
Prior years of experience: 0-1
Customer Success Associate
What they do: Customer Success Associates maintain a positive customer experience, foster relationships, and support brand loyalty. They work to promote customer retention and employer brand.
Related job titles: Customer Support Representative, Customer Relations
Most Common Skills: Data integration, expectation setting, customer service, solution-oriented
Most Common Industries: Technology, marketing, healthcare
Prior years of experience: 3-5