The job market is in a constant state of change: from the technology we use in our day-to-day work to the company culture jobseekers are looking for.
This year, employers had to adapt to changing employee standards, the rising popularity of AI, and the ever-growing need for digital skills and sustainability in the workplace.
Understanding what is coming next will allow you to predict and prepare for what employers are looking for, which gives you the best chance to secure a new role.
Here is our guide to the job market trends in 2025 you need to know about.
AI continues to reign
After spending 2024 getting to grips with this fast-growing technology, it’s now time to show employers how you can use AI in the workplace.
Employers are looking for candidates who have the skills to use AI technology to:
- Analyse data
- Streamline workflows
- Save time and resources.
Within the Career Summary section of your CV, share relevant examples of how you’ve used AI to make a positive impact in previous roles. Include specific results where possible, such as how much you improved efficiency or cut costs.
It’s also important to be aware of AI’s role in the recruitment and application process as we move into 2025.
Artificial Intelligence is increasingly being used by both employers and candidates to streamline the job application process. You can find out more in our recent blog post.
As a candidate, remember that while AI is a tool that can help you stand out, it shouldn’t be relied upon for writing an entire CV or cover letter.
Show your leadership abilities
In cultural trends, Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is front of mind for recruiters and candidates. For senior leadership roles, this means understanding what your team is looking for in the workplace and effectively managing a wide range of people.
As younger generations enter the workforce and advance their careers, it’s important to understand what employees value at all levels. Millennial and Gen Z workers — an increasing proportion of the workforce — look for flexibility, growth opportunities, and company values they can align with.
In 2025, highlight your leadership skills on your CV to prove you can effectively manage a team. Emphasise the outcomes of your leadership initiatives and back up your achievements with concrete results, such as statistics.
Skills-based recruitment
While traditional education is still important, recruiters and managers are beginning to take a skills-based approach to hiring.
Forbes reported earlier this year on the ‘New Collar’ employment trend, which refers to positions that prioritise digital and technical skills over traditional degrees.
In 2024, around 48% of companies struggled to fill vacancies as candidates didn’t have the skills they were looking for. Continuous learning is essential to keep up with the way your industry is developing.
If your CV shows you have had the initiative to keep developing your skills throughout your career, it will prove you are adaptable and make you a more attractive candidate.
The most in-demand skills for 2025 are digital, technological, and sustainability competencies, such as:
- Coding
- Data Analysis
- Project Management
- Green Skills (which we cover in more detail in the next section)
On your CV, mention skills you have picked up on the job through practical experience.
For example: in the education section, highlight any additional courses you’ve taken to upskill yourself, or share examples of work you have produced that are applicable to the role you want.
Green Skills are a must
LinkedIn recently reported that the demand for green skills in the UK job market has risen by 46% in the past year.
These skills include knowledge and experience with:
- Decarbonisation
- Pollution prevention
- Renewable energy generation.
While green skills are most crucial for those looking for work in the sustainability sectors, they are also becoming more necessary in traditionally high-polluting sectors such as:
- Oil
- Gas
- Farming
- Mining industries.
If you’re pursuing a career in sustainability, environmental engineering and energy auditor openings will be on the rise in 2025.
Given overall trends in moving towards more sustainable societies, environmental awareness, sustainable design skills, and energy efficiency knowledge will set you apart from the crowd in any industry.
Global opportunities and cultures
If you’re frustrated about the roles available in your area, why not look further afield?
According to Forbes, industries like marketing and financial services are taking a global approach to hiring new talent – which means more opportunities could be at your fingertips than you first thought.
This also means that companies will be focusing on creating inclusive and diverse cultures. If you are searching for your next leadership role, emphasise any DEI initiative experience you have on your CV, to prove you are the right person to lead a global team.
In a constantly shifting job market, understanding the trends guiding the workforce in 2025 will help you prepare professional documents to attract employers and show your adaptability and readiness for the future.
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