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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Gen Z grads don't want tech jobs anymore—instead low-paid careers with plenty of holiday in teaching are all the rage, LinkedIn says
With graduation season in full swing, the top industries Gen Z in Britain should be eyeing up if they want to beat their classmates to a job this summer might surprise you. That's because, according to a 2024 LinkedIn analysis of millions of member profiles and job postings, the fastest-growing industry in the U.K. is the education sector—with teachers, lecturers and learning support assistants 'being some of the most sought-after roles' LinkedIn's career expert Charlotte Davies told Fortune. Why? Because the chance to take weeks off for summer holidays and half-terms while still having a steady career isn't going amiss among graduates. 'We know that the top priorities for professionals are compensation, work-life balance, and opportunities to develop—these factors will be crucial for attracting and retaining top talent across all industries,' Davies added. Plus, traditional jobs generally are seemingly back in vogue as Gen Zers favor low-paid, stable jobs amid mass layoffs in the tech world. Despite all the buzz surrounding artificial intelligence, the industry didn't make the cut. Just as non-graduate Gen Zers are increasingly opting to pick up the tools and take up trade jobs, so too are those who underwent years of higher education: Utilities, oil, gas and mining, and construction are all among the top five fastest-growing industries for graduates. Meanwhile, government gigs—which are all the rage on TikTok—ranked sixth on LinkedIn's list. Either way, recent graduates will have better odds of landing a job than pandemic-era graduates. As we enter the 'Great Talent Stagnation' and workers stay in their jobs, businesses have become increasingly desperate to find qualified applicants. 1. Education2. Utilities3. Oil, gas, and mining4. Consumer services5. Construction6. Government administration7. Hospitals and health care8. Transportation, logistics, supply chain, and storage9. Wholesale 10. Financial services Although you may have better luck landing a job in teaching than in other industries, the average starting salary for teachers ranges from £28,000 to £40,000 ($35,700-$51,000). By comparison, those working in finance services—which ranked tenth on the list—can expect a far more lucrative career from the get-go. For example, finance managers can expect a starting salary of around £45,000 ($57,000) and although studying economics or business may give Gen Zers a head start in the industry, the field is generally open to all graduates. Likewise, you'll probably need to suck up commuting and a 9-to-5 grind if you want to increase your chances of career success after graduating. 'We know this generation of new grads value flexibility. However, our data shows an overall trend towards significantly lower hybrid and remote work flexibility for entry-level jobs,' Davies said. While about a third of mid-senior roles posted on the platform in 2024 were hybrid, fewer than one in five entry-level job ads offer the same level of flexibility. But in the end, salary isn't everything—especially in your first role out of university. Successful executives have consistently said that grads would be better off focusing on learning opportunities over fat paychecks when they're starting out. Shaid Shah, the global president of Mars Food & Nutrition, a segment within the Mars Incorporated $50 billion global food and pet care giant, told Fortune that attaining sustainable success is 'far bigger' than salary or rank. Instead, he advised Gen Zers to discover the roles that make you tick—and the money will come. Meanwhile, the real estate millionaire and Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran said: 'Don't take any job based on how much it pays, but take it on the important thing: how much it will teach you, because that will push you ahead.' A version of this story originally published on on May 29, 2024. This story was originally featured on
South China Morning Post
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, April 11-13
There is something for everyone in Hong Kong this weekend – including your pet dog. Here are our five recommendations. 1. Help your dogs live their best lives Join fellow dog lovers at Joint Dynamics Pedigree on Saturday afternoon, April 12, from 3 to 5pm to learn the secrets to having a happy, healthy pet. Advertisement A panel of experts will answer questions. Veterinary physiotherapist Charlotte Davies from Joint Dynamics Pedigree, behavioural veterinarian and founder of Paws for Thought Dr Isabella Luk, and veterinarian Dr Joanne Harries, co-founder of The Pet Vet, will share their expertise on how best to ensure our dogs' welfare. Find out how to care better for your dog from three experts in Hong Kong on Saturday. Photo: Eventbrite Pick up tips on protecting their physical and mental health and gain insights into using medicine to prevent illness – such as to safeguard their heart health and to stop flea- and tick-borne illnesses – and interpreting body language to understand what your pet wants you to know. Hong Kong businesses will have products for sale on show and are donating items for attendees' swag bags and lucky draw prizes. The cost is HK$250 per person, with all profits going to Hong Kong's SPCA. Dogs on leashes who are happy and relaxed around groups of people and other dogs are welcome. Advertisement
