A recent survey conducted by ExecuNet, a resource for recruiters targeting the best executiive talent, reveals where search firms are anticipating the greatest job growth in the months ahead.
According to the survey of 200 executive recruiters, the industries expected to create the most executive-level jobs during the next three months include:
1. Medical/Healthcare;
2. Consumer Products;
3. Business Services;
4. Financial Services; and
5. High-tech.
The long-awaited recovery in the executive employment market is being led by companies in these industries, says Mark Anderson, President of ExecuNet. Its encouraging to see Business Services on this list, as growth in this industry suggests an improving economy.
In looking at the type of companies that will fuel executive job growth over the next three months, search professionals believe mid-size firms ($51 - $200 million in sales) will lead the way, followed by mid-to-large firms ($201 - $500 million in sales), then small firms ($11 - $50 million in sales).
As the executive employment market continues to rebound, recruiters expect companies to concentrate much of their hiring on positions that generate revenue. The functions expected to be in greatest demand during the next three months include:
1. Sales;
2. Marketing;
3. General Management;
4. Business Development; and
5. Operations Management.
As the economy bounces back, search firms are looking to seize the opportunity to target businesses with the most growth potential,says Anderson. Recruiters who target specific functions or businesses can tailor their new business activities toward the opportunities expected in the first few months of 2004.
ExecuNet, a career management and recruiting resource center for executives and recruiters, helps its members identify and network with executive talent. Founded in 1988, ExecuNet also serves recruiters and corporations as a leading source of top-tier talent and proprietary research. For more information on ExecuNet visit www.execunet.com.
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