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a day ago
- Business
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Which career in Europe will reward you with the highest salary?
Salaries vary widely across sectors and professions in Europe. While a number of jobs are disappearing, new ones are also emerging. Some roles, like those in healthcare, continue to be essential. So, which sectors offer the highest pay in Europe? And what are the top-earning jobs? Exploring these questions can help when choosing a career — though salary may not be the main driver for everyone. Euronews Business analyses the highest-paying roles in Europe, using data shared by the global hiring platform Indeed with our journalists. The analysis covers four countries (the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands) and the salary data reflects annual earnings from May 2024 to April 2025. The occupation 'physicians and surgeons' is excluded from the main dataset, prompting a separate analysis. Medical consultants, radiologists, medical directors, orthodontists, and dentists are consistently among the highest-paid roles across all countries. These jobs appear in categories including: medical technician, medical information, nursing, and dental. This is especially true in the UK, where nearly half of the top 20 highest-paying jobs fall under these brackets. In France, three of the top four highest-paying jobs are also in these categories — particularly dental roles. Titles such as managing director, director of strategy, project director, and director of technology are well compensated across countries. These positions are found in sectors like sales, banking and finance, technology, and general management, indicating that leadership roles tend to carry premium compensation in many industries. Related Where did real wages rise and fall the most in Europe in 2024? Which countries have the highest and lowest pensions in Europe? Roles in software development, information design and documentation, and IT operations — like software engineer, data engineer, and SAP consultant — are well-paid, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. While entry-level sales roles are less lucrative, senior roles like sales director, head of sales, and enterprise account executive show high earning potential. These roles often come with large pay packages in Germany and the Netherlands, where experienced sales professionals can earn salaries comparable to those seen in tech or management roles. Positions like tax director, labour law attorney (or an employment solicitor), and financial controller are consistently high-paying, particularly in Germany and the UK. These roles fall under legal, accounting, and banking and finance categories and reward deep regulatory or financial expertise. Job skills are constantly evolving, especially with advancements in technology. 'Continuous learning is essential in a fast-evolving market,' Pawel Adrjan, Director of Economic Research at Indeed, told Euronews Business. 'As was the case with all prior cases of technological innovations, professionals who proactively learn new tools, platforms, and methodologies will position themselves more competitively to work most efficiently with the emerging technologies.' In Germany, corporate tax advisors receive the highest annual median salary, at €145,000. The chart also displays mean salaries for comparison. Various sales roles, such as managing director and head of sales, follow closely, with median earnings ranging from €107,500 to €138,243. A labour law attorney earns €105,000, while a lawyer receives €93,334. System applications product (SAP) consultants earn just below the €100,000 threshold, with senior system engineers close behind at €95,000. Other tech roles such as IT security specialist and technical SAP consultant make around €90,000. In the management category, directors also earn approximately €90,000. There is only one medical title listed — dentists — earning a median salary of nearly €86,000. In France, dentists top the list with the highest annual median salary at €95,000, followed by orthodontists earning €78,750. In the tech sector, network architects receive €72,361, while medical technicians in the healthcare field make €70,000. A compliance officer in production and manufacturing earns €67,500. Roles like domain manager and sales agent follow, with salaries of around €65,000 and €64,855 respectively. The digital transformation consultant and mechanical designer earn €62,750 and €62,500. Several positions report identical median salaries of €60,000, including engineering director, real estate salesperson, operations director, senior sales representative, account executive, production director, human resources director, cloud architect (cloud IT professional) and loan broker advisor. Healthcare professions dominate the top end of the UK salary spectrum, with nine of the top 20 highest-paying roles in this sector. In the UK, fashion models top the list with a striking annual median salary of €166,390 (£140,000). They are followed by medical consultants, earning €145,821 (£111,412). Medical directors and radiologists both earn €137,566. Other high earners in the healthcare sector include orthodontists (€130,767), clinical consultants (€125,392), chief nursing officers (€124,793), and clinical directors (€109,442). Associate dentists (€116,785) and periodontists (€113,808) are also among the top earners. In sterling, their annual salaries range from £96,000 to £116,000. Senior leadership and technical roles also feature prominently: project directors earn €122,528, directors of technology €121,821, and microbiologists €121,313. In the Netherlands, roles in management, accounting, and software development are among the best-paid. General directors lead with a median annual salary of €115,000. Other top-paying roles include business controllers (€80,000), team leaders (€78,206), and engineers (€75,208). Finance roles like controllers and financial controllers also perform well, earning between €72,500 and €75,816. Salaries in sales and tech positions tend to cluster between €56,500 and €66,000, with roles such as sales manager, software engineer, data analyst, and account executive all falling within this range. 'Attending a top-ranked university can certainly influence job prospects and salary potential, especially in countries like France or the UK,' Pawel Adrjan said. He noted that graduating from elite educational institutions like grandes écoles and universities with a long history can be perceived as a signal of ability in the labour market. 'However, recent trends we observe on Indeed in both the UK and France show that formal education requirements in job postings are becoming less common, especially in high-skill fields like IT and data science, suggesting a gradual shift toward skills-based hiring,' he added. As jobs continue to evolve, it's completely natural for the highest-paying roles to change too. 'Over the next 5-10 years, we anticipate that green energy, AI/GenAI, cybersecurity, and biotechnology will produce new top-earning job titles,' said Adrjan of Indeed. He explained that roles like AI ethicist, key sustainability roles, GenAI engineers, and climate data analysts are gaining traction and are likely to move into the upper salary echelons as demand for specialised expertise in these areas grows. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Which career in Europe will reward you with the highest salary?
Salaries vary widely across sectors and professions in Europe. While a number of jobs are disappearing, new ones are also emerging. Some roles, like those in healthcare, continue to be essential. So, which sectors offer the highest pay in Europe? And what are the top-earning jobs? Exploring these questions can help when choosing a career — though salary may not be the main driver for everyone. Euronews Business analyses the highest-paying roles in Europe, using data shared by the global hiring platform Indeed with our journalists. The analysis covers four countries (the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands) and the salary data reflects annual earnings from May 2024 to April 2025. The occupation 'physicians and surgeons' is excluded from the main dataset, prompting a separate analysis. Medical consultants, radiologists, medical directors, orthodontists, and dentists are consistently among the highest-paid roles across all countries. These jobs appear in categories including: medical technician, medical information, nursing, and dental. This is especially true in the UK, where nearly half of the top 20 highest-paying jobs fall under these brackets. In France, three of the top four highest-paying jobs are also in these categories — particularly dental roles. Titles such as managing director, director of strategy, project director, and director of technology are well compensated across countries. These positions are found in sectors like sales, banking and finance, technology, and general management, indicating that leadership roles tend to carry premium compensation in many industries. Related Where did real wages rise and fall the most in Europe in 2024? Which countries have the highest and lowest pensions in Europe? Roles in software development, information design and documentation, and IT operations — like software engineer, data engineer, and SAP consultant — are well-paid, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands. While entry-level sales roles are less lucrative, senior roles like sales director, head of sales, and enterprise account executive show high earning potential. These roles often come with large pay packages in Germany and the Netherlands, where experienced sales professionals can earn salaries comparable to those seen in tech or management roles. Positions like tax director, labour law attorney (or an employment solicitor), and financial controller are consistently high-paying, particularly in Germany and the UK. These roles fall under legal, accounting, and banking and finance categories and reward deep regulatory or financial expertise. Job skills are constantly evolving, especially with advancements in technology. 'Continuous learning is essential in a fast-evolving market,' Pawel Adrjan, Director of Economic Research at Indeed, told Euronews Business. 'As was the case with all prior cases of technological innovations, professionals who proactively learn new tools, platforms, and methodologies will position themselves more competitively to work most efficiently with the emerging technologies.' In Germany, corporate tax advisors receive the highest annual median salary, at €145,000. The chart also displays mean salaries for comparison. Various sales roles, such as managing director and head of sales, follow closely, with median earnings ranging from €107,500 to €138,243. A labour law attorney earns €105,000, while a lawyer receives €93,334. System applications product (SAP) consultants earn just below the €100,000 threshold, with senior system engineers close behind at €95,000. Other tech roles such as IT security specialist and technical SAP consultant make around €90,000. In the management category, directors also earn approximately €90,000. There is only one medical title listed — dentists — earning a median salary of nearly €86,000. In France, dentists top the list with the highest annual median salary at €95,000, followed by orthodontists earning €78,750. In the tech sector, network architects receive €72,361, while medical technicians in the healthcare field make €70,000. A compliance officer in production and manufacturing earns €67,500. Roles like domain manager and sales agent follow, with salaries of around €65,000 and €64,855 respectively. The digital transformation consultant and mechanical designer earn €62,750 and €62,500. Several positions report identical median salaries of €60,000, including engineering director, real estate salesperson, operations director, senior sales representative, account executive, production director, human resources director, cloud architect (cloud IT professional) and loan broker advisor. Healthcare professions dominate the top end of the UK salary spectrum, with nine of the top 20 highest-paying roles in this sector. In the UK, fashion models top the list with a striking annual median salary of €166,390 (£140,000). They are followed by medical consultants, earning €145,821 (£111,412). Medical directors and radiologists both earn €137,566. Other high earners in the healthcare sector include orthodontists (€130,767), clinical consultants (€125,392), chief nursing officers (€124,793), and clinical directors (€109,442). Associate dentists (€116,785) and periodontists (€113,808) are also among the top earners. In sterling, their annual salaries range from £96,000 to £116,000. Senior leadership and technical roles also feature prominently: project directors earn €122,528, directors of technology €121,821, and microbiologists €121,313. In the Netherlands, roles in management, accounting, and software development are among the best-paid. General directors lead with a median annual salary of €115,000. Other top-paying roles include business controllers (€80,000), team leaders (€78,206), and engineers (€75,208). Finance roles like controllers and financial controllers also perform well, earning between €72,500 and €75,816. Salaries in sales and tech positions tend to cluster between €56,500 and €66,000, with roles such as sales manager, software engineer, data analyst, and account executive all falling within this range. 'Attending a top-ranked university can certainly influence job prospects and salary potential, especially in countries like France or the UK,' Pawel Adrjan said. He noted that graduating from elite educational institutions like grandes écoles and universities with a long history can be perceived as a signal of ability in the labour market. 'However, recent trends we observe on Indeed in both the UK and France show that formal education requirements in job postings are becoming less common, especially in high-skill fields like IT and data science, suggesting a gradual shift toward skills-based hiring,' he added. As jobs continue to evolve, it's completely natural for the highest-paying roles to change too. 'Over the next 5-10 years, we anticipate that green energy, AI/GenAI, cybersecurity, and biotechnology will produce new top-earning job titles,' said Adrjan of Indeed. He explained that roles like AI ethicist, key sustainability roles, GenAI engineers, and climate data analysts are gaining traction and are likely to move into the upper salary echelons as demand for specialised expertise in these areas grows. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Sarah Jessica Parker hopes her kids can 'take care of themselves'
Sarah Jessica Parker wants her children to be able to "take care of themselves" financially. The 60-year-old actress has revealed that she wants her kids to be "pursuing things that are exciting and challenging" in their lives. Sarah - whose son James, 22, recently began his own acting career - told 'The E! News Sitdown': "I really want my children to be educated in the ways that are fulfilling to them. "I don't think that there is one way to be an educated person or to be equipped to be an adult and try to fashion a life for yourself after what would be considered 'finishing college' - let's say 22 years old. "You want for them to be pursuing things that are exciting and challenging and hard and gratifying and to be able to ultimately take care of themselves, support themselves - emotionally, financially, and that they can be in the world and be a reliable person to themselves and to other people. And so we talk about work like that." Sarah - who also has 15-year-old twins Tabitha and Marion with husband Matthew Broderick - is "curious" to see what her kids do in their careers. The actress - who has been married to Matthew since 1997 - said: "I'm curious to see what they all do, but I hope that they feel - I hope all young people feel - to some degree, that they have choices and that there isn't one way." Meanwhile, Sarah recently claimed that not being a "Hollywood couple" has helped her marriage. Asked the secret to her happy marriage, she told Britain's HELLO! magazine: "Probably that I don't talk about it! It really is a secret. "But maybe it's because we're not a Hollywood couple. We live in New York – maybe that's good." Sarah used to feel "insecure" about her appearance - but she's now stopped caring what people think about her. The 'Hocus Pocus' star said: "I've always been insecure about my looks, so nothing has changed. But I'm happy. I don't mind. "Every day when I leave the house, I have to think twice about how I look. "I know I'm going to run into someone with a camera and have to worry about whether I ant to wear my favourite baggy pants or what my hair looks like."
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Is Work-Life Balance A Total Myth?
Communications strategist and storyteller Aida Al Busaidy wonders if it is possible to truly have a work-life balance Just the other day, Shonda Rhimes popped up on my Explore feed on Instagram. The American television producer and mother-of-two was giving a speech on how working mums always have to put on a balancing act. When asked how she manages to do it all, she responded: 'Whenever you see me succeeding in one area of my life, just know that another one is failing.' This struck a chord with me. Honestly, she couldn't have replied to that question any better. We can try to be do-it-all kind of people, but it comes at a cost. There's a trade-off that we, as mums who also have careers, make daily. Her statement resonates with us all, because it is based on choices that we have made—and can make—to work, grow and contribute. During a recent Bazaar Arabia event at Dubai's Marsa Boulevard, a similar question was posed to me, but in terms of the career choice I had made. The honour of serving my country by working in government means I am able to give back to my nation and the leaders who fight day and night to make the UAE a great place to live, work and visit. Additionally, my exposure to new things, places and people—par of the course given my role—means my children get major bragging rights when they get to hang out with their favourite celebrities, try out just-opened spots in the city or be the first to tick off new experiences. We also have a lot to talk about after a long day at work and school. The beautiful thing about having a focus outside the home is the satisfaction of being connected and integral to other processes. You utilise skills learned during that four-year university degree you worked hard to get. The independence—both financial and creative—is immense. My realisation? Independent women raise independent children. So how do I do it? I'm stricter—and better—with time management. I focus on the quality of time spent with my kids rather than the quantity. But the truth is that yes, I have missed football matches, forgotten to register for a school trip, or been 15 minutes late in picking them up. I have given them more screen time that I would like because I had early morning meetings or late-night calls, or was at an event that dragged on. I have been on guilt trips—often initiated by others who really have no business in getting involved but amplify my self doubt. Still, I am grateful for the good, the bad and the inconsequential because it makes me human. It also helps my children understand that in every area—home or work—my best on that day is already at 100 per cent, even if I haven't ticked off every task or made it on time to every appointment. When it matters and where it counts, I am there.
Forbes
20-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
LinkedIn's 2025 Grad Guide: How To Get Hired Fast And Launch A Great Career
New grads discover how to make smart career choices that lead to long-term success and happiness. As exciting as it was to walk across the stage and accept your hard-earned diploma, the reality soon sets in that you don't have a job. It's overwhelming to think about. When people ask you 'what do you want to do' – it's scary when you don't have an answer. You may have a degree with an applicable major such as engineering, marketing, computer science, or accounting, but in today's economy, getting hired is challenging. Many new graduates are stumped because the job market is tough. As a career counselor who helps new grads land a position, I repeatedly hear, "I just want to get a job." Yet, this is the wrong way to launch your future. Having advised numerous students on career choices, which industries to enter, and where to find a good position, and helped them secure it, my perspective is different. I want to launch a career. That means the new graduate begins a job with a bright future in an industry that is growing. When making these important career choices, there are four pillars on which to build your career foundation. They are your skills, strengths, interests, and available opportunities. Do some self-analysis, and ask yourself: What are my interests? What are my skills? My strengths? What are my most important values? Then add to that the most critical factor -- WHO is hiring now? Nest, consider the employment and opportunity picture. Enter LinkedIn News's 2025 Grad's Guide created by the LinkedIn's data science team's analysis of the career paths of millions of professionals highlighting the first position that students secured after graduation. This key information identified the fastest-growing jobs, which industries have better options, and where 20-somethings are moving to that offer affordable living with plenty of job openings. Fastest-growing jobs Whatever your major, the road ahead will take several turns and pivots as you go through life. New jobs that don't even exist now will come on the horizon, and you may find yourself in a great role you never conceived of. You always want to be open-minded. As of today, LinkedIn's data identified 10 jobs it sees as having bright futures. These fastest-growing jobs include some tech roles, as well as others. AI Engineer - no surprise there. And there will be a wide array of future jobs connected to the AI revolution – most of these job titles have not been created yet. Law Clerk - for people seeking to start a legal career. Data Center Technician – troubleshoots hardware and networking systems and maintains smooth operations. Systems Engineer – designs, integrates, and manages complex IT systems. Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist – also known as a Financial Analyst. Business Development Representative – part of the sales team handling prospecting. Administrative Analyst – focused on evaluating administrative processes, systems, procedures, and data analysis to make operational improvements. Product Associate – support the development and launch of new or improved products. Service Desk Specialist – IT support and help desk job Clinician – Doctors, nurses, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals. Fastest-growing industries With tech hiring declining, you may need to shift where you look. Broaden your net and consider these industries that will offer good opportunities now and in the future. Best places to move to The 20-somethings seem enamored with heading to the big cities they can't afford. Based on what they tell me, my unofficial survey shows that the popular cities to move to are New York (which tops the list), Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Seattle, and Boston. Denver is moderately expensive; the others have the highest living costs in the country. LinkedIn's research showed that upon graduation, people are moving to these affordable cities that offer solid job opportunities to launch their careers. Another plus is that some are in states like Texas, Florida, and Tennessee, with no state income tax. The fastest-growing cities where grads are moving to are: - Tucson AZ - Savannah GA - Tallahassee FL - Chattanooga TN - Virginia Beach VA - Tulsa OK - Knoxville TN - Dallas TX - San Antonio TX - Houston TX Decision-making advice Nothing is written in concrete, but mistakes can be disheartening and expensive. Too many people rush off with a dream, like students who move to LA, planning to get into the film industry, only to see that option never materialize. Dreams are important – they make life exciting and can push you forward to achieve your goal. However, having a backup plan, or even a Plan C, is a wise strategy too. You want to avoid making expensive mistakes, such as moving somewhere new and not liking it, or investing a lot of time in a field you find unrewarding or very different from what you thought. To prevent some of this from happening, do your homework. – Research and investigate the job duties to see if they align with the kind of work you'd enjoy. Use ChatGPT or , both are good resources for this kind of insightful career information. – Talk to people who are doing the job. Target individuals fresh out of college with no more than 2-3 years of experience. They can provide you with actual inside information, giving you a realistic picture of what performing the job is like. – Visit before you move. Stay awhile. Check to see if you or your friends, relatives, or classmates know anyone in the new town you can talk to. You want to get an accurate picture before you relocate. Be sure to check out some apartments during your visit. Location is paramount, so be close to work. Look at a few apartments for a realistic estimate of the monthly rent and utilities costs. Priority #1 – get good experience Salary should not be your driver -- getting good training and mentorship to learn as much as possible is a better objective. You want to work for a terrific employer under a great manager who will foster your professional development and guide you on the ins and outs of working within the company. Ideally, you want to be hired by an employer who will enhance and expand your skills, ensuring that you are not underutilized. You can't put a price on happiness Nothing will ruin your life more than working at a job you hate, one that is making you miserable. There is one strategy that doesn't work and it is the old, outdated cliché, 'I just want to get a foot in the door no matter what the role is.' This approach will lead to significant frustration when it takes you a few years to gain enough internal experience and the opportunity to move into a better job may never materialize. Being paid well is important, but money can't be the only driver. Consider these key factors that have a direct impact on your daily life. - Would you like that company? - Will you be excited to go to work there every day? - Will the boss be a great manager? - Can you get promoted? Yes, there is much to consider to make a wise choice. Conducting thorough research, investigation, and digging beneath the surface will enable you to set yourself up for a successful and happy future.
