Based on feedback on the market from Salt's consultants, they've put together a list of some of the most in-demand roles and types of jobs hiring during the coronavirus outbreak which can be remote-based, to identify which sectors will need the most help from digital experts over the coming months.

In-demand digital roles

  • Software engineers
  • Data scientists
  • Communications specialists
  • Customer service
  • Sales (account executives, business development)
  • Account management (account manager, customer success)
  • Product managers
  • Designers
  • UX researchers
  • Project managers
  • Service design
  • Design operation managers/leads

Other in-demand industries include:

  • Healthcare, MedTech, and pharmaceutical
  • High-tech and manufacturing
  • Ecommerce and online retailers
  • FMCG
  • Any business with a delivery model

Trends that we expect to see:

  • Remote working and working from home will become the norm (at least for some time)
  • Interviews, meetings, and training will be done remotely as people fully embrace the tech tools available
  • Career changes due to a changing market place as we will see more people upskilling during a time of uncertainty to create new opportunities for themselves or decide to realise their career passions and move accordingly
  • Conferences and events will move online video tools and tech solutions to move everything online during shutdowns can still help to bring people together and have an impact online. It could even achieve higher attendees numbers
  • More temporary jobs will become available as businesses look for contingency and business continuity in times of uncertainty

If you are worried that your role will be affected by the COVID-19 outbreak or would like some advice, get in touch with us at  contact@welovesalt.com to discuss our open opportunities.