IT and administration jobs most popular with jobseekers – CV-Library

IT and administration jobs drew the most applications from jobseekers across the UK, according to research from CV-Library. 

IT topped the list, with software engineer roles generating the highest interest and average salaries of more than £61,000. 

The sector attracted applicants with strong pay, future-proof skills linked to artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, and clear progression routes.

Administration was second, with receptionist jobs most popular. 

These roles offered average pay of £30,800 and were widely available, with a low barrier to entry, stability and transferable skills.

Hospitality and hotel jobs continued to attract high application numbers despite offering lower pay, indicating that flexibility, social environments and people-focused roles were priorities for many jobseekers. 

Arts and graphic design roles also proved competitive, with graphic designer jobs most sought after.

Katie Emerton, recruitment expert at CV-Library, said: “These roles attract such high application numbers because they tick a lot of boxes for today’s jobseekers: flexibility, stability and clear progression.