Ladders High Paying Q2 Jobs Report | 2024 | Ladders

Ladders Quarterly High Paying Jobs Report shows remote job availability freefall paused 

• High paying remote and hybrid job opportunities clawed back some ground last quarter
• Overall, six-figure job opportunities increased about 20% 
• One career experienced a 500% jump in high paying job opportunities 

New York, New York (June 16, 2024) – Remote work isn’t dead. According to the latest research from Ladders (theladders.com), the career site for jobs that pay $100,000 or more, opportunities for high paying remote and hybrid jobs grew slightly last quarter. “The freefall in remote and hybrid opportunities stalled in Q2. While many outspoken CEOs have demanded workers return to the office, the data shows some relented and gave employees what they wanted,” said Ladders Director of Growth Marketing John Mullinix, who led the research team. 

Data scientists analyzed over half a million job postings on Ladders from April through June of 2024 to compile the Q2 2024 Ladders Quarterly High Paying Jobs Report. Their research showed that after plummeting in Q1, remote work clawed back some ground, gaining about 7% in Q2. Hybrid roles reclaimed 40%. “When you consider that even with this quarter over quarter growth, we aren’t even close to the numbers we saw last year when there were double the remote and hybrid opportunities,” said Mullinix. Currently just about 9% of high paying jobs are available remotely and about 3% are available as a hybrid.”

High paying job availability increases overall

The research also revealed some bright spots in the job market. Overall, the number of six-figure jobs available jumped 20% last quarter. Mullinix explained, “As the economy rebounds, companies are expanding and investing in new projects, driving the need for higher-paying roles. With inflation on the rise, businesses are adjusting wages to attract and retain top talent, especially in specialized fields like tech, healthcare, and engineering. Industry growth in sectors like tech, finance, and healthcare also plays a big part, as these areas continue to boom. Additionally, increased investments in technology and sustainability are creating demand for skilled professionals, often with higher salaries.”

The top ten highest paying job titles in Q2 of 2024 

• Nurse practitioner 
• Project manager 
• Physician assistant 
• Software engineer
• Senior software engineer
• General manager 
• Pharmacy manager 
• Pharmacist (full or part time) 
• Program manager 
• Outside sales representative

Physician assistant job postings increased more than 550% last quarter and nurse practitioner opportunities jumped more than 260%. Mullinix explained a few factors are driving these surges. “The ongoing healthcare demands of an aging population and the aftermath of COVID-19 have heightened the need for physician assistants and nurse practitioners. With a shortage of primary care physicians, these roles are essential to filling the gap. Additionally, expanded scopes of practice, cost efficiency, the rise of telehealth, and a focus on preventative care are making these roles more integral to healthcare teams.”

High paying jobs by industry
Science and education claimed the largest increase in the share of jobs posted last quarter with a jump of about 15%. Operations and general management, and legal also posted gains. Project and program management, and technology fields saw the biggest drop in share of high paying job postings.

Companies with the most high paying jobs available 

1. Amazon
2. Theoria Medical
3. Walmart
4. AECOM
5. CVS Health
6. JP Morgan Chase & Co.
7. LifeStance Health
8. Raytheon Technologies
9. Symmetry Financial Group
10. Meta
11.  AbbVie
12. State of California
13. Microsoft
14. Capital One Financial Corporation
15. Booz Allen Hamilton
16. TikTok
17. General Dynamics
18. Leidos Holding
19. Google
20. Walgreens
21. Bank of America Corporation
22. Tata Consultancy Services
23. Deloitte
24. Boeing
25. Northrop Grumman

About Ladders, Inc.

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