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
customs and excise officer
ESCO occupation · 11 essential, 19 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
import export regulations of dangerous chemicals
coordinate import transportation activities
handle surveillance equipment
illegal substances
undertake inspections
tax legislation
control trade commercial documentation
calculate tax
manage import export licenses
international taxation of transfer prices
international import export regulations
Optional & specialised skills
comply with legal regulations
use different communication channels
train animals for professional purposes
conduct research interview
give instructions to staff
select items for auction
regulations for international transportation
check official documents
write work-related reports
handle dangerous goods
handle conflicts
process payments
respond to enquiries
maintain operational communications
present evidence
prepare documentation for international shipping
provide advice to clients in terms of export restrictions
patrol areas
provide advice to clients in terms of import restrictions
Other matches: customs officer · immigration officer · tax inspector · customer service representative · licensing officer
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.