Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
business manager
ESCO occupation · 35 essential, 49 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
plan health and safety procedures
liaise with managers
create a financial plan
abide by business ethical code of conducts
financial forecasting
get involved in the day-to-day operation of the company
strategic planning
assume responsibility for the management of a business
track key performance indicators
cost management
plan medium to long term objectives
develop company strategies
apply business acumen
create a work atmosphere of continuous improvement
develop an organisational structure
follow company standards
ensure lawful business operations
strive for company growth
business management principles
develop revenue generation strategies
analyse business processes
negotiate with stakeholders
hire new personnel
company policies
build business relationships
control financial resources
develop business plans
make strategic business decisions
analyse business objectives
conclude business agreements
integrate strategic foundation in daily performance
business law
exercise stewardship
corporate social responsibility
manage staff
Optional & specialised skills
show an exemplary leading role in an organisation
business process modelling
align efforts towards business development
integrate headquarter's guidelines into local operations
describe the financial situation of a region
accounting
subsidiary operations
create a financial report
develop organisational policies
develop professional network
supply chain management
manage financial risk
manage contracts
report on overall management of a business
banking activities
analyse market financial trends
share good practices across subsidiaries
marketing principles
marketing management
follow the statutory obligations
oversee quality control
prepare financial statements
maintain relationship with customers
manage budgets
evaluate performance of organisational collaborators
establish communication with foreign cultures
human resource management
liaise with local authorities
international trade
shape organisational teams based on competencies
project management
business loans
financial management
interact with the board of directors
market entry planning
synthesise financial information
corporate law
speak different languages
delegate activities
financial jurisdiction
manage office facility systems
prospect new regional contracts
execute marketing plan
analyse business plans
financial statements
impart business plans to collaborators
keep updated on the political landscape
shape corporate culture
analyse financial risk
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are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.