5 industries crying out for staff in 2023

The UK might be experiencing the early signs of a recession. But guess what? That doesn’t mean you can’t still get hired. During recessions, some industries suffer more than others. But other industries can still thrive and can still hire. Just take a look at the pandemic. Jobs in hospitality dried up but jobs in warehousing soared.

So what industries are doing the most hiring in 2023?

• IT
• Professional services
• Technology
• Engineering
• Health and social care

Industries with staff shortages in 2023

IT

The IT industry focuses on maintaining, building and improving operating networks, computer systems and databases.

To succeed as an IT professional, you need to enjoy problem-solving and be a logical thinker. There are many qualifications you can gain like IT degrees. But there are also plenty of jobs that don’t require qualifications or experience. One of the biggest perks is that 79% of IT professionals are working remotely or hybrid.

Professional services

Professional services include professions in medicine, law, dentistry and architecture. It’s full of professionals who offer expert advice in their chosen field.

Most jobs in the professional services industry require qualifications like degrees and masters. These roles can be very demanding and high stress. So it’s important you’re passionate about your field.

Technology

With technology evolving so rapidly, there’s certainly no shortage of jobs! Consumers want more technology, and businesses do too. So companies are always looking for new tech professionals to meet the demand for hot tech.

Tech professionals are very logical and analytical people. Most tech jobs are computer-based so you need to enjoy being sat behind your laptop. The good news is that the tech industry is full of remote jobs, so you have plenty of options available to you!

Engineering

The engineering sector is booming. There are different areas of engineering you can specialise in. For example, civil engineers work on major construction projects. This could be bridges, buildings and tunnels. 

Here are a few examples of engineering specialisms:

• Automotive engineer
• Print engineer
• Aeronautical engineer
• Electrical / Mechanical engineer
• Chemical engineer
• Robotics engineer

To become an engineer, you’ll need to gain a qualification. And there are lots of different routes to become an engineer.

Health and social care

The health and social care industry is one of the most understaffed industries in the UK. Hospitals are busier than ever, and care homes are full to the brim. There’s never been a stronger demand for staff in health and social care.

Health and social care workers deal with vulnerable and sick people everyday. So you’ll need to be a caring and personable person. Some jobs will require a qualification but others won’t. For example, you’ll need a qualification to become a nurse. But if you want to work as a carer, you can start without experience since many care providers train you on the job.

Choose wisely

Not all industries have the same opportunities. Many industries don’t survive the test of time. So it’s important to look at where the future is headed when picking your career. Yes, it might mean going back to study to gain a qualification. But in the long-run, this move will be worthwhile as you’ll be in demand for your entire career!

If you’re looking for a new career, use the SonicJobs app to find a role you’ll love forever!