Pursue a career in one of South Africa’s highest paying jobs
Choosing a career can be a daunting task, with an array of factors coming into play before a decision is made.
Do you choose a profession which will make you happy? Do you play to your strengths and choose a job that you can excel in? Or do you select a form of employment which will benefit you financially?
While unemployment is a concern for many entering the workforce, the skilled labour market is rather robust and offers high returns to those with the right qualifications. Which adds to the pressure on choosing a career at the end of the day.
Before you make your decision, it is imperative to research which jobs offer its employees the highest returns and security. Career Junction published their 2017 labour market report last year which focused on employment sectors with the highest earners.
We look at their findings and here are the top six jobs, which are sure to have you rolling in money.
- Civil and Structural Engineering
If you pursue a career in either Civil or Structural Engineering, making it all the way to senior level, you will most like be earning a staggering R70 301 a month.
- Technical and Business Architecture
At senior level, you will earn an estimated R66 558 a month, ensuring you lead a comfortable life with your family.
- Chattered Accounting
If numbers are your game, then this is one career to look at. At a senior level, you can walk away with approximately R65 840 a month.
- Financial management
Pursuing a career in finance is the way forward for those who have a head for figures. Those who choose financial management, can expect a monthly salary of R65 322 a month.
- Hospital management
This is a tough career; however, its financial benefits cannot be ignored. With an estimated monthly salary of R61 195, you can rest assured that you are rewarded for your dedication.
- General Practitioner
Pursuing a career in the medical field requires a lot of work and dedication. But for those who succeed, they can expect a monthly salary of R60 998.
With these six professions falling into a high-income bracket, the choice is yours on which path to follow. Either of these careers will offer you job security and ensure you are financially secure.
