LIST: 15 jobs in the Philippines that are growing in demand, according to LinkedIn

Looking for a new career for 2023? Maybe this list can help you. LinkedIn recently released its Jobs on the Rise list, revealing the 15 job titles with the fastest-growing demand in the Philippines over the past five years.

The list includes insights on key data about the job that is relevant for 2023, including the skills needed for it and the percentage of the job being done remotely.

As LinkedIn puts it, “the Jobs on the Rise list gives professionals insight into the skills needed to prepare for emerging roles. In the rapidly changing workplace, professionals must embrace lifelong learning to stay competitive and relevant.”

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Here are the 15 fastest-growing jobs in the Philippines.

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Clinical Research Associate

Related titles: Clinical Research Assistant or Clinical Research Coordinator
What they do: Clinical research associates are responsible for the setup, conduct, and supervision of clinical trials and studies designed to determine the effectiveness and safety of drugs, products, and procedures.
Most common skills: Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Trial Management System (CTMS)
Most common industries: Manufacturing, Professional Services, Hospitals, and Health Care
Current gender distribution: 72% female; 28% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.3
Top roles transitioned from: Pharmacist, Clinical Research Coordinator
Remote job availability: 24.2%

Business Development Representative

(Related titles include Business Development Manager, Sales Development Representative.)
What they do: Business development representatives help a company’s marketing and sales departments by identifying, connecting, and nurturing new clients to generate new revenue.
Most common skills: Lead Generation, Business Development, Cold Calling
Most common industries: Technology and Media, Professional Services, Entertainment Providers
Current gender distribution: 52% female; 48% male
Median years of prior experience: 2.7
Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative, Sales Development Representative, Account Manager
Remote job availability: 60.5%

Insights Analyst

(Related titles include Consumer Insights Analyst or Data Insights Analyst.)
What they do: Insights analysts are responsible for translating a company’s financial, customer, and market data into insights that can help the business make informed decisions.
Most common skills: Microsoft Power BI, Business Insights, Data Visualization
Most common industries: Professional Services, Manufacturing, Technology, and Media
Current gender distribution: 34% female; 66% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.2
Top roles transitioned from: Data Analyst, Business Analyst
Remote job availability: 13.3%

Delivery Specialist

Related titles include Service Delivery Specialist.)
What they do: Delivery specialists manage projects on behalf of clients, ensuring that projects are completed within deadlines and budgets and that projects meet every client specification.
Most common skills: Service Delivery, Alteryx, Business Process Improvement
Most common industries: Professional Services, Technology and Media, Administrative and Support Services
Current gender distribution: 49% female; 51% male
Median years of prior experience: 2.8
Remote job availability: 1%

Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

(Related titles include AML Surveillance Analyst, AML Compliance Analyst, or AML Investigator.)
What they do: Anti-money laundering analysts help organizations comply with anti-money laundering regulations by monitoring financial transactions and investigating any suspicious activity.
Most common skills: KYC Verification, Anti-Money Laundering, Due Diligence
Most common industries: Financial Services, Professional Services, Technology, and Media
Current gender distribution: 67% female; 33% male
Median years of prior experience: 2.8
Top roles transitioned from: Salesperson, Customer Service Representative, New Account Specialist
Remote job availability: 4.8%

Media Analyst

(Related titles include Paid Media Analyst.)
What they do: Media analysts measure the success of advertising campaigns and other marketing activities by monitoring media channels and analyzing media data.
Most common skills: Media Analysis, Media Monitoring, Data Analysis
Most common industries: Professional Services, Technology, and Media, Financial Services
Current gender distribution: 60% female; 40% male
Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative
Remote job availability: 48.3%

Customer Success Specialist

What they do: Customer success specialists help businesses retain existing customers by responding to inquiries, resolving issues, and providing other support that ensures customer satisfaction.
Most common skills: Account Management, Customer Success, Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Most common industries: Professional Services, Financial Services, Technology, and Media
Current gender distribution: 48% female; 52% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.7
Remote job availability: 36.3%

Virtual Medical Assistant

What they do: Virtual medical assistants take care of many administrative and clerical duties for clinics or hospitals, including the maintenance of medical databases, appointment scheduling, patient billing, and insurance coverage processing.
Most common skills: Virtual Assistance, Medical Assisting, Appointment Scheduling
Most common industries: Professional Services, Hospitals and Health Care, Administrative and Support Services
Current gender distribution: 70% female; 30% male
Median years of prior experience: 2.7
Top roles transitioned from: Customer Service Representative, Registered Nurse, Nurse
Remote job availability: 15%

Salesforce Consultant

What they do: Salesforce consultants help companies use the Salesforce CRM software, providing expert guidance during the setup, implementation, and optimisation of the tool to suit the company’s needs.
Most common skills: Salesforce.com Administration, Apex Programming, Salesforce Sales Cloud
Most common industries: Professional Services, Technology and Media, Manufacturing
Current gender distribution: 32% female; 68% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.3
Top roles transitioned from: Salesforce developer, software engineer, Salesforce Administrator
Remote job availability: 46.3%

Data Engineer

What they do: Data engineers work with raw data and transform it into a format that’s more accessible and usable for further analysis by data scientists.
Most common skills: Data Engineering, Load (ETL), Python (Programming Language)
Most common industries: Professional Services, Financial Services, Oil, Gas, and Mining
Current gender distribution: 32% female; 68% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.3
Top roles transitioned from: Software Engineer, Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Developer
Remote job availability: 17.9%

Security Operations Center Analyst

(Related titles include Cybersecurity Analyst or Information Security Analyst.)
What they do: Security operations center analysts protect a company’s computer network by monitoring system activity, identifying and responding to threats, and patching any system security flaw.
Most common skills: Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Operations Center, Cybersecurity
Most common industries: Professional Services, Financial Services, Technology and Media
Current gender distribution: 27% female; 73% male
Median years of prior experience: 2.7
Top roles transitioned from: Cyber Security Analyst
Remote job availability: 13.70%

DevOps Engineer

What they do: DevOps engineers sit between software development and software operation teams to improve end-user experience, balancing the rollout of new features with maintaining the stability and security of the software.
Most common skills: DevOps, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Kubernetes
Most common industries: Professional Services, Financial Services, Technology, and Media
Current gender distribution: 22% female; 78% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.7
Top roles transitioned from: Software engineer, System Administrator, System Engineer
Remote job availability: 21.4%

Product Owner

What they do: Product owners take the lead in all aspects of new product development and are responsible for setting the vision for the product, deciding what features the product should have, and managing the whole process from start to finish.
Most common skills: Agile Methodologies, Scrum, Product Management
Most common industries: Financial Services, Professional Services, Technology, and Media
Top locations hiring: Makati
Current gender distribution: 48% female; 52% male
Median years of prior experience: 4.3
Top roles transitioned from: Business Analyst
Remote job availability: 17.5%

Cloud Engineer

What they do: Cloud engineers manage a company’s cloud-based systems and are responsible for setting it up, ensuring its stability, implementing updates, and customizing its features to suit end users’ needs.
Most common skills: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing
Most common industries: Professional Services, Technology, and Media, Manufacturing| Current gender distribution: 23% female; 77% male
Median years of prior experience: 3.3
Top roles transitioned from: Software Engineer, System Administrator, Application Developer
Remote job availability: 40.9%

Tax Associate

(Related titles include Tax Analyst, Tax Specialist, or Tax Preparer.)
What they do: Tax associates help organizations file their taxes correctly, find opportunities for tax deductions, and provide guidance on tax-related matters.
Most common skills: Tax Preparation, Tax Compliance, Accounting
Most common industries: Professional Services, Financial Services, Real Estate, and Equipment Rental Services
Current gender distribution: 67% female; 33% male
Median years of prior experience: 1.2
Top roles transitioned from: Audit Associate, Accountant, Accounting Associate
Remote job availability: 7.3%

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