Remote work, transportation and the eco-sphere: what professions will be in demand in 2021

With the acceleration of technology adoption, new business models and an increased demand for certain skills and roles in organizations, the pandemic has changed not only the way we work, but the very work we do. Fast Company.

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One example is the impact of remote work on roles that were traditionally performed in the office. More companies in the United States are hiring remote work directors—specialist leadership positions responsible for the needs of remote workers, whose numbers have surged during the pandemic. But this is not the only new role. Here are a few more jobs we'll encounter in 2021 and beyond.

Professions that facilitate a new way of working

The pandemic has led to some kind of mobility boom in the US. The townspeople, who found themselves in small apartments, moved to the suburbs. Some took the opportunity to work remotely for this. Indeed, between 2017 and 2020, the list of “relocation assistants” grew by 600%. Before the pandemic, growth was fueled by the relocation of companies to secondary cities, mainly to save taxes and lower the cost of living. However, in 2020, local governments were looking for relocation assistants to help people on low incomes who faced evictions or homeless.

In addition, there will be new roles in the way we work now and in the tools we use.

Logistics and warehouse specialists

The pandemic has put tremendous pressure on the supply chain and spurred the growth of companies supplying goods and materials. Job search site Monster has seen a rise in the number of logistics professionals ranging from logistics professionals and coordinators to supply chain analysts. Although the overall labor market cut 140 jobs in December, employment in transport and warehousing rose by 000. Monster data also confirms that professional demand for logistics, warehouses and supply chains is growing everywhere.

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Jobs in the environmental sector

Monster is also forecasting an increase in hiring in the environmental sector, primarily due to the priorities of the new leadership in the US capital.

“The trends we expect to see in the new year are a continuation of the crisis that is still spreading. Additionally, green jobs growth builds on what's happening in the new Congress and the Biden administration's commitment to green jobs,” the company says.

The company forecasts that the number of positions is expected to grow, ranging from environmental engineers and scientists to energy auditors, sales representatives and solar energy experts. Researchers predict there will be a need for leaders to respond to climate change, especially in large organizations.

E-commerce specialists

The pandemic has put particular pressure on the role of e-commerce as companies seek safe ways to do business.

“There's been a short-term change in the e-commerce world because of the coronavirus crisis because so much shopping has moved into that space,” says Andrew Chamberlain, chief economist at careers and information website Glassdoor.

When a sector booms, there is a greater division of labor. As a result, jobs in social media, search engine optimization, and digital marketing are emerging, especially if the business involves e-commerce functions. All this - instead of a universal SEO specialist.

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Cultural Professionals

The past year has also drawn attention to the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in organizations. Chamberlain says the demand for these professionals is growing, especially for diversity leaders. Companies make better decisions and get better financial results when more diverse voices are represented, he said. The authors of 21 HR Jobs of the Future also predict more anti-bias roles will emerge in the next five years.

Indeed, the number of HR directors has gone six figures over the past few years, growing by more than 100%. According to a recent report, this top-tier HR role monitors corporate culture and helps ensure a more equitable distribution of jobs.

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