Artificial Intelligence Engineer, Environmental Officer, and Data Governance Manager are among the fastest-growing roles in the UK, according to LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise 2025” report.
Nearly 55 percent of the roles identified in the report did not exist 25 years ago – an example of how rapidly the workforce landscape is evolving. However, many organisations remain unprepared, with 45 percent of HR professionals admitting their companies lack a clear understanding of the skills required for the future.
LinkedIn anticipates that by 2030, the skills necessary for jobs in the UK will have changed by 65 percent compared to 2016. This shift is driven by advancements in technology and the growing focus on green initiatives. However, 20 percent of UK workers express concerns about their ability to meet future skill demands, creating challenges for both employees and employers.
Challenges in Green and Technical Hiring
The report reveals that sourcing candidates with technical expertise (43%) and sustainability skills (19%) remains a hurdle for recruiters. The demand for “green talent” is rising globally, increasing at twice the rate of supply between 2023 and 2024. LinkedIn data indicates that job seekers with green skills or titles enjoy a 54.6 percent higher hiring rate compared to the general workforce.
Despite the growing emphasis on green skills, gaps remain. By 2030, one in five roles will lack sufficient green talent – a figure projected to rise to one in two by 2050. LinkedIn notes persistent disparities, including a gender gap, with 17 percent of men and only 10 percent of women possessing at least one green skill.
The Resilience of the UK Workforce
UK workers are demonstrating resilience and adaptability, with 56 percent expressing openness to switching industries and 27 percent seeking opportunities to develop in-demand skills. Gen Z, in particular, represents a key demographic for expanding green talent, although currently, only 1 in 20 Gen Z workers possess green skills.
Remote and hybrid roles continue to attract high competition, with remote job applications making up 18 percent of total applications in the UK, while hybrid postings accounted for 40 percent of available roles.
LinkedIn’s “Jobs on the Rise 2025”
The list of top-growing jobs includes roles that reflect the increasing influence of AI and sustainability across industries, including:
- Artificial Intelligence Engineer
- Home Health Aide
- Aircraft Mechanic
- Data Governance Manager
- Environmental Officer
- Chief Revenue Officer
- Credit Risk Manager
- Energy Manager
- Artificial Intelligence Researcher
- Control Systems Engineer
Other notable positions include Fundraising Manager, Cost Engineer, and Quantitative Researcher.
Navigating the Future Workforce
As the hiring landscape becomes more complex, LinkedIn has introduced new tools and unlocked learning courses to support professionals and businesses navigating workplace changes. Employers are encouraged to prioritise flexible working arrangements and address emerging skill gaps to remain competitive in attracting and retaining talent.
Janine Chamberlin, Head of LinkedIn UK, said that while AI and sustainability roles are set to redefine work, the high competition for those roles will put pressure on workers in need of upskilling.
“Yet, amidst these challenges, there is hope – over a third of job seekers are optimistic that the job market will improve in 2025,” she said. “Resilience, adaptability, and continuous learning will be key to navigating this rapidly changing landscape.”
