Demanding careers with professional and personal rewards
Many of the highest paying jobs in the UK are not impossible to get into as it is your commitment, experience and personal drive that will give you that high earning potential. If you are the kind of individual that is motivated, ambitious and likes commit to a goal then finding a high earning career may not be as difficult as you think.
Here are the top 10 highest paying jobs in the UK from varying sectors and specialisms.
1. Chief Executives and Senior Managers
People in this position are at the highest level of management and hold responsibility for the entire company, making decisions on critical areas of the business including finance, marketing, operations and sales.
In most cases, people progress to higher positions within the same company through dedication and hard work. You will need to be a great strategic thinker and communicator to step into these positions. Salaries can reach over £100,000.
Chief Executive (CEO) Roles and Responsibilities
2. Marketing Specialists
Marketing specialists are always in demand to help grow businesses, attract new customers, and make sales. Not only are the roles versatile, it can also give you a highly rewarding career by allowing you to work in different industries. Jobs in marketing range from graphic design, web developers, copy writers, marketing directors and PR specialists among a few. Salaries can go beyond £92,000 a year.
Marketing Executive Job Profile
3. Aircraft Controllers
Air Traffic Controllers are responsible for the safety of thousands of people every day. Aircraft Controllers look after a plane in the climb, descent and en-route phase of its flight. They are responsible for ensuring that their airspace is clear and safe for the aircrafts to fly through.
If you are thinking about becoming an air traffic controller you must be a strong leader, highly responsible and have great attention to detail. Salaries can go over £90,000 a year for senior members.
Air Traffic Controller Job Profile
4. Analysts
Analysts are required in many different businesses. There are data analysts, criminal intelligence analysts, financial analysts, business analysts and more.
Analysts research their topic of interest and identify any risks to develop ideas for improving the business. They are problem solvers and have great attention to detail. Salaries can range up to £70,000.
5. Accountants
Accountants are highly sought after and some big companies will have a team of accountants to carry out their financial checks and reports. You will need to be confident with numbers and train as a chartered accountant before you can move to senior accountancy positions. The average salary for an accountant is £65,000 per year.
Chartered Accountant Job Profile
6. Software Engineers
Software Engineers design, develop and test software to support the function of the company they work at. They use coding and programming languages to test a new system and check the security and reliability of their software. Salaries can go up to £70,000 a year.
7. Legal Professionals
Law branches out into many different areas including civil, criminal, corporate, international and more. Lawyers are skilled at research, heavy reading and critical thinking, not to mention being able to articulate and be highly persuasive. A lawyer can earn up to £70,000 a year. A barrister, who represents clients in court and sometimes in-front of a jury can earn up to £100,000 a year.
8. Doctor
The demand for trained doctors is still high with the NHS being the largest employer in the UK. As a qualified professional you are guaranteed employment at the end of your medical degree with definite opportunities to progress to higher positions. This is a highly demanding career that involves lifelong learning.
Salaries of hospital doctors can go up to £50,000, whilst senior consultants can earn over £74,000. A General Practitioner (GP) can earn over £80,000 a year.
9. Orthodontist
Orthodontists deal with tooth and jaw alignment within dental medicine. They are specially trained to perform dental surgery such as teeth straightening surgery. As an Orthodontist, you will have to complete the same training as a dentist, and then complete further education to ensure you have the specialist knowledge required of an Orthodontist. Orthodontists will earn about £120,000 a year on average.
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10. Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultants work closely with applicants and companies to match people up to their dream job. You will need to have excellent communication skills and be confident in dealing with people with varying experiences. The job is also boosted by commission and can earn up to £80,000 with experience.
Recruitment Profile Job Profile
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