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
chief operating officer
ESCO occupation · 22 essential, 21 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
analyse business objectives
company policies
evaluate performance of organisational collaborators
track key performance indicators
delegate activities
plan medium to long term objectives
show an exemplary leading role in an organisation
business process modelling
shape organisational teams based on competencies
conclude business agreements
get involved in the day-to-day operation of the company
ensure lawful business operations
make strategic business decisions
develop professional network
integrate strategic foundation in daily performance
marketing management
interpret financial statements
establish collaborative relations
abide by business ethical code of conducts
lead managers of company departments
financial statements
negotiate with stakeholders
Optional & specialised skills
define the corporate structure
develop company strategies
assume responsibility for the management of a business
develop business plans
interact with the board of directors
define organisational standards
apply import strategies
follow the statutory obligations
apply export strategies
shape corporate culture
financial management
liaise with shareholders
integrate shareholders' interests in business plans
implement strategic planning
develop organisational policies
analyse financial performance of a company
develop revenue generation strategies
imprint visionary aspirations into the business management
implement operational business plans
set organisational policies
build international relations
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Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.