An increasing demand for tech know-how, the rising importance of "soft skills", and a lack of would-be managers - these are some of the key trends that could shape the job market in 2025.as job applications decreased and a majority of companies indicated they wanted to recruit more people.Tech skills are going to be in high demand in 2025.
This could be particularly prevalent in industries where rapidly developing digital transformations are fuelling a demand for tech professionals.Robert Walters found that finance, healthcare, and retail were in need of workers with skills related to AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics."Companies are struggling to fill key roles like software engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and AI experts.
"AI may replace technical tasks, but roles requiring stakeholder management, communication, influence and the ability to complement AI will remain in high demand."And as for what workers want from their employers, flexibility remains high on the list. Employers might also have trouble filling managerial roles in the near future, with only 11 per cent of workers surveyed saying career progression was a top priority for them.