Britain's workforce set for major cuts with tax raid approaching but what jobs are we searching for in the UK?

BRITAIN is facing huge job cuts ahead of the upcoming tax raid, causing concern for many companies and individuals. Hiring rates have been cut as the job market suffers the worst start to the year since the 2021 Covid lockdowns hit employment sectors.

2025 businesses are bracing as a perfect financial storm is heading towards many UK industries. Already in Southport the Job Market is in crises, and with the national insurance and national minimum wage increases, announced in the Chancellors budget in October 2024, many will sadly become no longer viable and therefore will be forced to closed with immediate effect. But it is not just local businesses being hit, as those changes along with slowing economic growth, poor stock markets due to political impact of the US political changes, all of which are creating a toxic mix, with job losses expected to ripple across all sectors.

Since Rachel Reeves announced there would be a significant raise in taxes this April and budget cuts for businesses were imminent, companies are being forced to rethink their operations and let staff go, investing in artificial intelligence instead. This has caused Brits to be concerned for the stability of their roles, and many are looking for new opportunities in 2025.

Will Turner, CEO of Go Joe, commented on the 'remote jobs' sreach findings:- "The recent increase in searches for remote jobs has significantly heightened interest, with Brits looking for remote jobs that are potentially safer than other roles. Many new positions are being advertised on job sites, such as Indeed and Reed, with entire sections dedicated to remote opportunities. This trend is primarily driven by the announcement of Rachel Reeves' new budget, as businesses are preparing for tax hikes in April by reducing staff and switching to AI. Remote roles have become an increasingly popular option, especially since the pandemic hit, when companies realised they could save office costs by having staff work from home. Remote roles are extremely beneficial for those at risk of losing their jobs as they are not limited to working for companies that are in the area they can commute to. However, this also means there is a larger amount of competition due to a larger pool of potential candidates, so those looking for remote roles should take this into consideration."

But what are people looking for job wise?  Experts at employee benefit app, Go Joe, analysed the average monthly search volume over the past 12 months of various terms related to job searches in the UK, such as:- '[job] vacancy' and '[job] jobs.' Those with the highest search volumes have been deemed the most searched for jobs.

The most searched for job is Cabin Crew Member, with an average monthly search volume of:- 12,020. The typical base pay for this role ranges from:- £17,000 to £33,000 per year, depending on the airline and experience. Customer service and teamwork skills are highly desirable.

In 2nd place is Studio Director, with an average monthly search volume of:- 4,820. The typical duties of a studio director are to manage the day to day operations of the studio, as well as handling client relations. Studio Directors can earn an average salary of:- £38,265.

Pundit takes 3rd place, with an average monthly search volume of:- 4,410. A pundit is typically an expert in a particular field, such as sport or politics, and provides commentary or opinions. Salaries can vary, with famous pundits making an average of:- £395,000, but many pundits earn much less.

Claiming 4th place is Electrical Engineer, with an average monthly search volume of:- 3,610. Typical duties include creating or maintaining electrical systems and ensuring compliance with all regulations. An electrical engineer can expect to make around:- £40,463 per year.

Ornithologist is in 4th place, with an average monthly search volume of:- 3,150. Applicants typically need a degree in:- zoology, biology, or ecology to enter this line of work and can expect to earn around:- £30,000 each year.

6th place is taken by music manager, with an average monthly search volume of:- 3,110. Salaries can vary hugely depending on experience and success, but the average salary reported is:- £34,955. Many music managers have undertaken degrees in music business or marketing for this position.

In 7th place is naval architect, with an average monthly search volume of:- 2,950. Naval architects design and evaluate ships and marine vessels, ensuring they are compliant with regulations. The average salary is around:- £35,000 for mid-level engineers.

Ergonomist is in eighth place, with an average monthly search volume of:- 2,910. Experienced professionals can earn between:- £35,000 and £65,000 each year, and they work to ensure that people are comfortable and safe in various industries.

9th place is claimed by silversmith, with an average monthly search volume of:- 2,520. The average annual salary for a silversmith in the UK is:- £29,298, and most silversmiths go through an apprenticeship of around:- 1 to 4 years to develop the experience needed for the role.

Lastly, in tenth place is data and compliance manager, with an average monthly search volume of:- 2,520. This can be a very lucrative role, with an average salary of:- £60,956, but requires extensive experience in risk management or compliance based roles.

Resoinding to the data about the most searched for jobs, Will Turner, CEO of Go Joe, added:- "The data reveals that some of the most attractive jobs are those that combine working with a hobby or interest of the individual, such as travelling, music, or crafting. The average national salary in the UK is:- £34,632, which reveals that some of the most sought-after jobs are paid much less than the national average. This means the individual will have to weigh up whether enjoyment of the job or financial needs are more important."

So what job do you want the most and why? Please let us know bellow....

Rank	Job Role	Average Monthly Search Volume
1	Cabin crew member	12,020
2	Studio director	4,820
3	Pundit	4,410
4	Electrical engineer	3,610
5	Ornithologist	3,150
6	Music manager	3,110
7	Naval architect	2,950
8	Ergonomist	2,910
9	Silversmith	2,520
10	Data and compliance manager	2,420

Methodology

• Various search terms were analysed using Ahrefs to determine their average monthly search volume over the past 12 months. The jobs with the highest search volumes were determined as the most searched-for jobs in the UK.
  

• Average salaries were gathered from:- AverageWage,  BuildStream, and Indeed.
  

Liverpool City Region is set to strengthen its position as a global leader in health innovation with a major investment in pioneering children’s healthcare

A £9.44m project at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is in line to receive more than £4m from the Combined Authority to support ground breaking research and innovation.

Alder Hey's Paediatric Open Innovation Zone (POIZ) will be at the forefront of developing, testing, and deploying life-changing technologies to tackle some of the biggest health challenges faced by children and young people in the Region.

The programme will prioritise collaboration with local innovators and is expected to generate high quality jobs while delivering significant health and social benefits across the City Region.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority today approved £4.16m for the project. As one of the world's leading children's hospitals, Alder Hey is already home to the UK's largest hospital-led innovation centre, pioneering new approaches to paediatric healthcare.

Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram said:- "Alder Hey is world class, not just for the outstanding care it provides but for its relentless drive to push the boundaries of children's healthcare. This funding is an investment in our future, giving young people the best possible start in life while cementing our position as a global leader in health innovation. It's also an investment in high-quality jobs, skills, and economic growth for our Region. We're proving once again that the Liverpool City Region is a place where we turn great ideas into action, and where we will keep pushing the boundaries of innovation for the benefit of our communities."

The POIZ programme will provide innovators with direct access to Alder Hey's clinical expertise, enabling joint development of new paediatric treatments. It will also serve as a real world testbed for validating healthcare innovations and offer consultancy and training to help embed innovation-led care across the Liverpool City Region's hospitals.

Additionally, the programme will support NHS and industry partners both in the UK and internationally, sharing Alder Hey's expertise and best practice in healthcare innovation.

Iain Hennessey, Consultant Surgeon and Clinical Director of Innovation at Alder Hey, said:- "Our children are the future, and technology is the key to shaping a healthier one. At Alder Hey, innovation is in our DNA, and our purpose built Innovation Hub is a driving force in tackling modern healthcare challenges. With this vital funding, we can accelerate our mission collaborating with businesses, academics, and forward-thinkers to turn today's children into tomorrow's healthier adults."

At the same Combined Authority meeting, leaders also approved £4.24m of Innovation Zone funding for a new business support programme, Innovate, Grow, Accelerate and Partner (IGAP), led by LYVA Labs.

The five-year initiative will help early-stage and scaling businesses to develop and commercialise cutting-edge health and life sciences technologies.

Delivered through three workstreams; incubator, accelerator, and challenge fund – IGAP will plug gaps in early-stage investment, providing vital technical, financial, and business support for local start-ups, spinouts, and SMEs.

The incubator will offer tailored support for 40 early-stage businesses, helping innovators move from concept to investment-ready enterprises in fields like life sciences, clean tech, and deep tech health.

The accelerator will focus on scaling 50 high-growth potential businesses that have already developed a minimum viable product, providing expert guidance on commercialisation, scale-up, and investment readiness.

The £1m ‘Clean Tech for Health' Challenge Fund will offer up to £100,000 each to at least 10 businesses tackling major public health and net zero challenges.

Lorna Green, CEO of LYVA Labs, said:- "LYVA Labs' Innovation Zone funding will accelerate and maximise our capacity to invest in, support, and promote early-stage businesses that are developing innovative clean tech, health and life sciences, and deep tech products. The Clean Tech for Health Challenge Fund will enable us to invest in technologies that improve health outcomes and support sustainable healthcare delivery. We are privileged to work in a Region that recognises, invests in, and fosters innovation and with a combined authority that enables collaboration to drive economic growth."

LYVA Labs was launched with £10.5m of Combined Authority investment in 2021 to help transform pioneering ideas into high-growth businesses and high-value jobs. To date, it has invested £1.62m into 20 businesses, helping create 50 skilled jobs in the Liverpool City Region.

Together, the POIZ and IGAP programmes are expected to support 108 businesses and create at least 115 new jobs. They are part of the wider Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone programme, a 10-year initiative designed to attract up to £800m in public and private investment and generate 8,000 skilled jobs in the Region.

Cllr Liam Robinson, Cabinet Member for Innovation said:- "Liverpool City Region is a life sciences powerhouse and through our Innovation Zone we have the funding to help take it to the next level. These are 2 excellent projects that will help innovators turn their bright ideas into great businesses while tackling serious health problems in the City Region; especially within children and young people. I look forward to seeing these initiatives progress and the benefits and opportunities they can bring."

The Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone Programme forms part of the Government's national Investment Zone Programme, positioning the City Region as a powerhouse for health and life sciences innovation.