According to current labour market data, particularly in demand are: IT (Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Cloud Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst), nursing and healthcare (nursing professionals, doctors), skilled trades (electricians, plant mechanics, plumbers), engineering (electrical engineers, mechanical engineers), sales (Account Executive, Customer Success Manager). The skills shortage particularly affects STEM professions, healthcare professions, and skilled trades.
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