20 jobs that will be in demand in 2024

FINANCIAL MANAGER Average hourly wage: $67.21 Long-term job growth: 16 percent Find finance jobs It’s probably fitting that this profession has the highest hourly wage of all the jobs on

this list because making a business’s money grow is the primary role of a financial manager. Most of these managers work in the financial industry for banks, insurance companies and

investment firms. In addition to a bachelor’s degree in a business- or economics-related field, you’ll likely need work experience as an accountant or financial analyst to land one of these

jobs, according to the BLS. GENERAL AND OPERATIONS MANAGER Average hourly wage: $59.07 Long-term job growth: 4 percent Find manager jobs From restaurants to professional services, many

businesses rely on managers to make the decisions that keep the doors open. Most employers prefer applicants who have a business degree, but in many cases, if you have relevant experience

and skills, you could get hired. HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER Average hourly wage: $50.40 Long-term job growth: 28 percent Find health services manager jobs While doctors and nurses focus on

keeping you in top shape, their health services managers are busy making sure their health centers and hospitals operate smoothly. The duties range from ordering new equipment and supplies

to coordinating marketing and other outreach. Though health services managers typically have a bachelor’s degree, relevant work experience may be enough for some positions. HOME HEALTH CARE

AIDE Average hourly wage: $14.51 Long-term job growth: 22 percent Find home health care aide jobs Though home health care jobs can be emotionally and physically demanding, they also can

offer a sense of purpose and personal connection. Perhaps that’s why these roles are popular with older workers, with 49 as the average age for all workers in this field, according to the

BLS. The hours tend to be part-time and flexible, though once you establish a routine with a client, it’s generally preferred that you keep it consistent. MANAGEMENT ANALYST Average hourly

wage: $45.81 Long-term job growth: 10 percent Find management analyst jobs Also known as management consultant, this role can be a great fit for older workers with the right experience and

skills. In addition to using your knowledge and insights to help businesses become more successful, you may have opportunities for frequent travel — expenses covered — to meet with clients.

The BLS projects that there will be 92,900 openings for management analysts each year. MARKET RESEARCH SPECIALIST Average hourly wage: $32.80 Long-term job growth: 13 percent Find jobs in

marketing Every successful business keeps an eye on its competition. That role is filled by market research analysts, who track changes in consumer tastes, new technologies and other factors

to help companies make smarter decisions about how to make the most of opportunities. Though market research analysts typically have relied on surveys, in-person focus groups and other

reports, some of these workers are starting to get an assist from artificial intelligence technology. MEDICAL ASSISTANT Average hourly wage: $18.40 Long-term job growth: 14 percent Find

medical assistant jobs  Chances are you may have mistaken a medical assistant for a nurse at some point. These workers, who often are your first contact at a health clinic or hospital, help

you fill out your forms, schedule your appointments and, in some cases, might take your vital signs. Unlike nurses, who must earn a degree or license, medical assistants can work with either

a certificate or on-the-job training. That makes this job a good first step if you’re thinking about switching to a health care career.