The top 10 most desirable jobs in the UK just now

Arecentsurveyfromindependent job site CV-Library has revealedthatmorethanhalf(54.5 per cent) of the nation’s professionals are unhappy in their current role.

What’s more, 41.5 per cent saidthattheyweren’tcurrently working in their desired field, potentially contributing towards their dissatisfaction at work.

Thesurveyof1,100UKworkers compiled a list of some of the most popular jobs across the nation.

Respondents were then asked to vote for which job they’d like to have if there were no restrictions (e.g qualifications).

The results revealed that the most desirable jobs in the UK right now are: Teacher – 18.3 per cent Designer – 17.1 per cent

IT Technician – 15 per cent Accountant – 12.8 per cent Athlete – 12.5 per cent Mechanical Engineer – 12.3 per cent Recruiter – 11.7 per cent Brand Manager – 10.9 per cent Journalist – 10.7 per cent “It’s interesting to see teacing came top of the list, given the ongoing staff shortages in the industry right now,” says Lee Biggins, founder and managing director of CV-Library.

“It’s also great to see that some of the more traditional occupations such as accountant, technician and recruiter made the list.

“With the introduction of new technologies and the ever-growing popularity of freelance work, it can often feel like some of the key professions such as healthcare are being disregarded.

“Instead,it’sclearthatmany workers are opting for online roles, such as brand manager, instead.”

Despite more than a third (37.5 per cent) of professionals confessing that they’d be more likelytotakeajobwhichhadthe word ‘manager’ in the title, almosthalf(44.4percent)agreed that having fun at work and enjoyingyourjobwasmoreimportant than salary.

“It’s good to see that job satisfaction is the key contributor to many of the nation’s professionals,” says Biggins.

“Intoday’suncertaineconomy,itcanbealltooeasytofocus on money and making a living – but we spend a great deal of our time at work, so it’s important that we enjoy what we do.

“If you’re looking for your nextrole,thereareplentyofexcitingopportunitiesavailablein these sectors right now.

“So why not secure yourself a new job just in time for the summer?”