With work in a constant state of change, there are always new trends to consider.
The job search website Indeed has unveiled the company's 2024 Best Jobs list, shedding light on the evolving professional landscape.
Indeed generated the list by considering positions with a minimum salary of $75,000 and featuring job postings that explicitly mention 'remote' or 'hybrid' work in at least 10% of cases.
This year's list showcases a remarkable emphasis on mental health-related professions.
"Our number one is mental health technician, which previously wasn't even on the list from last year and has shot up all the way to number one," says Indeed Career Strategist, Clint Carrens.
"We saw mental health technician and mental health therapist, in that top five. And we also see psychiatrists on the list, which is showing a growing need for mental health prioritization," Carrens added.
INDEED'S TOP 5 JOBS OF 2024
Job Title (Average Annual Salary)
#1 - Mental Health Technician ($77,448)
#2 - Loan Officer ($192,339)
#3 - Mental Health Therapist ($76,140)
#4 - Electrical Engineer ($102,590)
#5 - Construction Project Manager ($103,431)
This year's Indeed list also highlighted demand in manufacturing, construction, and finance.
On the other end, massive turnover in the tech industry has meant a 32% decrease in top tech roles compared to the previous year.
Carrens also addressed the impact of AI on the job market, seeing the emergence of the tech as positive for most workers.
"It's really going to give workers more room to explore more creative projects by decreasing the time to do mundane and repetitive tasks, which will be taken over by AI," Carrens added.
"It's really going to give workers more room to explore more creative projects by decreasing the time to do mundane and repetitive tasks, which will be taken over by AI," Carrens added.
"It's really going to give workers more room to explore more creative projects by decreasing the time to do mundane and repetitive tasks, which will be taken over by AI," Carrens added.
And for as much concern as there is around layoffs and AI takeover, Carrens says there are bright spots in the report.
"The report shows that more than two-thirds of today's workers are not only open to new opportunities, but they feel optimistic about their job prospects in 2024," Carrens said.