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
ensure lawful business operations
lead managers of company departments
marketing management
delegate activities
company policies
get involved in the day-to-day operation of the company
conclude business agreements
shape organisational teams based on competencies
business process modelling
plan medium to long term objectives
track key performance indicators
evaluate performance of organisational collaborators
abide by business ethical code of conducts
financial statements
interpret financial statements
make strategic business decisions
analyse business objectives
integrate strategic foundation in daily performance
negotiate with stakeholders
establish collaborative relations
show an exemplary leading role in an organisation
develop professional network
Optional & specialised skills
define the corporate structure
liaise with shareholders
build international relations
apply export strategies
implement strategic planning
apply import strategies
develop organisational policies
interact with the board of directors
assume responsibility for the management of a business
define organisational standards
integrate shareholders' interests in business plans
analyse financial performance of a company
implement operational business plans
develop revenue generation strategies
develop business plans
develop company strategies
set organisational policies
imprint visionary aspirations into the business management
financial management
follow the statutory obligations
shape corporate culture
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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.