Looking to switch careers or embarking on a new path? Here are the most promising jobs for 2025.
According to LinkedIn’s 2022 Jobs on the Rise report, the 25 fastest-growing job roles reflect trends from the past five years. Key findings indicate that healthcare roles are booming, and several positions listed emerged only after the pandemic. The data also highlights the enduring nature of remote work, with many of these roles being performed from home.
“Remarkably, half of the top 10 fast-growing roles in the U.S. come with over 30% remote work possibilities, such as the Business System Administrator (#9) with 45% remote work availability,” noted Andrew Seaman, senior editor for Job Search & Careers at LinkedIn News.
If you're entering the job market or contemplating a change, you're not alone. A recent LinkedIn survey revealed that 62% of Americans are considering a career shift in 2022. Opportunities abound for those at any stage of their career, including those switching fields. Additionally, there’s a rising demand for professionals focused on supporting others, with roles like Diversity and Inclusion Managers and Talent Acquisition Specialists gaining traction.
“Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a rapidly expanding field, now integral to companies' core strategies, not just confined to HR teams,” said Kavitha Prabhakar, chief DEI officer for Deloitte US. “Job seekers should target organizations that demonstrate a commitment to achieving transparent and measurable outcomes, both internally and in the wider community.”
Top 25 Jobs on the Rise
(Data covers January 2017 to July 2021.)
- Vaccine Specialist
Vaccine specialists engage in vaccine research, development, production, and distribution, primarily within medical sales. Salary range: $65,000 to $85,000 | Gender distribution: 63% female; 37% male | Average experience: 6.5 years | Remote availability: 5.7%
- Diversity and Inclusion Manager
Diversity and inclusion managers spearhead initiatives to enhance diversity, equity, and belonging within organizations. Salary range: $60,000-$145,000 | Gender distribution: 70.2% female; 29.8% male | Average experience: 9 years | Remote availability: 12.7%
- Customer Marketing Manager
Customer marketing managers bridge sales and marketing, crafting programs that enhance client engagement through awards and events. Salary range: $89,900-$154,000 | Gender distribution: 76.3% female; 23.7% male | Average experience: 10 years | Remote availability: 30.7%
- Machine Learning Engineer
Machine learning engineers design and implement AI algorithms for various applications. Salary range: $72,600-$170,000 | Gender distribution: 22.3% female; 77.7% male | Average experience: 4 years | Remote availability: 19.3%
- Process Development Scientist
Process development scientists innovate manufacturing processes for products. Salary range: $52,000-$119,000 | Gender distribution: 40.8% female; 59.2% male | Average experience: 4 years | Remote availability: 1.2%
- Business Development Representative
Business development representatives are entry-level sales professionals tasked with identifying potential clients. Salary range: $35,000-$68,200 | Gender distribution: 36.3% female; 63.7% male | Average experience: 4 years | Remote availability: 32.5%
- Search Marketing Manager
Search marketing managers create paid search campaigns to promote products or services. Salary range: $46,000-$90,400 | Gender distribution: 44.1% female; 55.9% male | Average experience: 6 years | Remote availability: 31.2%
- User Experience Researcher
User experience researchers analyze user behavior to influence product development. Salary range: $68,800-$151,000 | Gender distribution: 66% female; 34% male | Average experience: 8.5 years | Remote availability: 35.4%
- Business System Administrator
Business system administrators manage a company’s hardware and software systems. Salary range: $52,400-$110,000 | Gender distribution: 47.7% female; 52.3% male | Average experience: 4.5 years | Remote availability: 44.9%
- Analyst Relations Specialist
Analyst relations specialists liaise with industry analysts, connecting them to a company’s marketing team. Salary range: $53,500-$147,000 | Gender distribution: 57.5% female; 42.5% male | Average experience: 4.5 years | Remote availability: 9.3%
- Technical Product Manager
Technical product managers focus on how strategies are executed by engineering teams. Salary range: $65,000-$155,000 | Gender distribution: 34.2% female; 65.8% male | Average experience: 12 years | Remote availability: 6.4%
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
Talent acquisition specialists handle all aspects of recruiting and onboarding employees. Salary range: $41,900-$92,000 | Gender distribution: 63.1% female; 36.9% male | Average experience: 7.5 years | Remote availability: 18.9%
- Head of Financial Planning
Heads of financial planning oversee budget creation and business analysis. Salary range: $93,600-$229,000 | Gender distribution: 21.7% female; 78.2% male | Average experience: 12.5 years | Remote availability: 8.7%
- Surgical Intensive Care Nurse
Surgical intensive care nurses care for critically ill patients post-surgery. Gender distribution: 74.2% female; 25.8% male | Average experience: 5 years | Remote availability: 0.7%
- Back End Developer
Back end developers create the server-side technologies for applications. Salary range: $47,000-$149,000 | Gender distribution: 16.9% female; 83.1% male | Average experience: 5 years | Remote availability: 43.5%
- Mergers and Acquisitions Manager
Mergers and acquisitions managers assess opportunities for company transactions. Salary range: $87,500-$185,000 | Gender distribution: 31.8% female; 68.2% male | Average experience: 7 years | Remote availability: 25.5%
- Postpartum Nurse
Postpartum nurses provide care for mothers and newborns after childbirth. Gender distribution: 97.2% female; 2.8% male | Average experience: 4.5 years | Remote availability: 0%
- Enterprise Account Director
Enterprise account directors manage client relationships and support new customers. Salary range: $80,000-$150,000 | Gender distribution: 30% female; 70% male | Average experience: 15 years | Remote availability: 17.2%
- Customer Solutions Engineer
Customer solutions engineers offer consultancy and technical support to aid sales. Salary range: $60,000-$140,000 | Gender distribution: 18.9% female; 81.1% male | Average experience: 9.5 years | Remote availability: 17.2%
- Land Development Manager
Land development managers oversee construction projects from planning to completion. Salary range: $68,500-$123,000 | Gender distribution: 12.1% female; 87.9% male | Average experience: 12 years | Remote availability: 0.4%
- Site Reliability Engineer
Site reliability engineers develop automated tools for system efficiency. Salary range: $94,400-$189,000 | Gender distribution: 15% female; 85% male | Average experience: 8 years | Remote availability: 30.4%
- Molecular Biologist
Molecular biologists perform experiments to study cellular functions. Salary range: $74,900-$115,000 | Gender distribution: 47.3% female; 52.7% male | Average experience: 5 years | Remote availability: 26.4%
- Head of Sales Operations
Heads of sales operations enhance sales processes to boost effectiveness. Salary range: $70,800-$200,000 | Gender distribution: 26.6% female; 73.4% male | Average experience: 12.5 years | Remote availability: 16.1%
- Strategic Sales Specialist
Strategic sales specialists develop sales processes, market research, and growth strategies. Salary range: $39,500-$128,000 | Gender distribution: 29.5% female; 70.5% male | Average experience: 11.5 years | Remote availability: 25.8%
- Chief Human Resources Officer
Chief human resources officers shape HR strategy focused on talent management and development. Salary range: $99,700-$284,000 | Gender distribution: 72% female; 28% male | Average experience: 18 years | Remote availability: 13.60%
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