LinkedIn 2020 Emerging Jobs Report & What you Need to Know

LinkedIn released its third-annual LinkedIn Emerging Jobs report, which pinpoints the fastest-growing jobs across the spectrum, skills associated with them, and the locations where these jobs are thriving. Take a look at the detailed report, which covers the United States and 21 other leading countries such as India, the UK, and the Netherlands. Top emerging industries in the English speaking world include AI, Blockchain, Data Security, and Customer Retention. The report is vital to anyone who wants to go further into their careers or are looking to upgrade their skill set.

AI tops all

AI continues to stand as a leading emerging job industry and with that comes emerging positions, some that aren’t even directly tied to AI itself such as real estate and business development roles. AI has created a domino effect and something that will impact many career opportunities in the coming years. For example, Engineering roles are seeing expeditious growth with more than 50% of this year’s list being made up of roles related to engineering. 

Why are professionals moving? 

Cities like Austin and Portland are among some areas where the cost of living is affordable, emerging job markets are taking place, and companies like Amazon and CVS Health are offering potential employers the opportunity to work remotely. Places like Washington DC are attracting tech talent including Data Scientists, Engineering, and Web Developers. Non-technical skills are also playing a vital role in the emerging job market. Non-automated skills like communication and creativity highly stand out to companies, so if you consider yourself an outstanding people-person, make sure you’re making that visible on your resume and LinkedIn profile.

My advice is for you to thoroughly look through the report, whether you’re thinking about making a career change or considering a move to a new city or country.