Technology and construction sectors are offering some of 2020’s top jobs in Ireland, according to new research by Hays Ireland.
This is based on survey responses from nearly 2,700 employers and professionals working in a range of industries across Ireland. The guide also provides typical salaries for a range of job titles across 9 different sectors.
Business intelligence (BI) analysts, DevOps engineers, and quantity surveyors are among the most in-demand roles for employers in Ireland this year.
Top jobs for 2020
Business intelligence analyst (Information Technology /Digital Transformation)
DevOps engineer (Information Technology /Digital Transformation)
Software engineering lead (Information Technology /Digital Transformation)
Quantity surveyors (Construction & Property)
Site engineers (Construction & Property)
Auditor (Accounting & Finance)
Newly qualified accountant (Accounting & Finance)
Commercial insurance underwriter (Insurance)
Category manager and senior buyers (Procurement)
Compliance manager (Banking)
Recruitment and skills requirements in Ireland
The new findings come as the Hays Ireland Salary and Recruiting Trends 2020 report shows 92% of employers have experienced skills shortages in the last year. The negative impact of skills shortage is far-reaching. Twenty eight percent of employers say that skills shortages have negatively impacted growth expansion, 25% on customer and client service and 24% on business development.
Furthermore, over a quarter of employers (29%) in Ireland do not think their organisation has the talent needed to achieve its current objectives. Looking at skills shortages generally, the report shows 38% of employers are looking for skills in operations, 32% in managerial and leadership, and 18% in IT infrastructure.
The survey shows that 78% expressed difficulty hiring permanent staff. The biggest challenges facing employers recruiting this year are a shortage of suitable candidates (64%) and competition from other employers (54%).
Commenting on the survey, Hays Ireland Managing Director, Mike McDonagh said, "Our research shows that a lack of career progression was a key motivator for employees to change roles in 2019. This should be an area of focus for employers in Ireland as staff retention is key to business development and prosperity. We have also seen a real demand for positive work-life balance among potential employees. Building and promoting learning and development plans, as well as flexible working opportunities, should be vital aspects of a business hiring strategy."
Source: www.businessworld.ie
