Based on the report of Willis Towers Watson, a global solutions company, there is a projected increase of 6.5% in Philippine salaries this year. The rise in compensation, according to experts, is due to the desire of companies to provide the best incentives for skilled employees who contribute to their business operations.
So, whether you're a fresh graduate or seeking a new career path, this is the best time to hunt for a job. While many seek greener pastures in other countries, it's good to know that you can actually find a high-paying job depending on your skills and educational background without leaving the country!
Get ready with your winning resume. Here’s an infographic that presents the highest paying jobs in the Philippines:
Highest Paying Jobs for Fresh Graduates and Junior Executives
For Fresh Graduates
In a survey conducted by Job Street from the last quarter of 2016 until February this year, the data revealed that there are 8 out of 10 employers who would welcome fresh graduates to their workforce. Certainly, chances are high for you to land the job of your dreams even as a candidate fresh from college.
To inspire you further, here's a list of the highest-paying jobs in the Philippines for fresh grads:
Law/Legal Services – legal assistant, paralegal, legal clerk, contract analyst, contract management administrator, junior lawyer
Salary: P27,124
Degree Program: Bachelor of Laws
Healthcare-Related – clinical nurse, healthcare assistant, medical technologist, medical representative
Salary: P23,216
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical and Healthcare Courses
Journalism – photojournalist, freelance writer, content specialist
Salary: P21,777
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism
IT-Related – computer technician, programmer, analyst, website administration staff
Salary: P21,703
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology
Education - teachers, lecturers, administration staff
Salary: P21,457
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Actuarial Science – workforce associate or operations review analyst
Salary: P21,048
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics Major in Actuarial Science
Training and Development – communications coach, personal development trainer, human resource staff
Salary: P20,838
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Training and Development, Bachelor’s Degree in English, Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Banking/Financial Services – financial analyst, finance assistant, accountant
Salary: P20,092
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (B.B.A., major in Banking and Finance), Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Accounting, and other related courses
Public Relations – public relations assistant, research assistant
Salary: P20,055
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications, Marketing or equivalent degree
Advertising/Media Planning – advertising copywriter, advertising sales representative, assistant account executive
Salary: P19,960
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Advertising Management, Mass Communications (Major in Advertising)
For Junior Executives (1-5 years of work experience)
For employees and job seekers with 1-5 years of experience, now is the best time to consider a career shift especially if you're current job doesn't compensate you fairly and fails to pique your interest.
Below you'll find a list of the highest-paying jobs in the Philippines, particularly for junior executives.
IT-Related - IT manager, senior analyst, senior programmer, application developer, software engineer
Salary: P37,034
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, or other related postgraduate course
Law/Legal Services - administrative law specialist, legal supervisor, senior legal clerk, legal researcher
Salary: P29,430
Degree Program: Bachelor of Laws
Training and Development - human resource manager, communications coach, training director, training officer
Salary: P27,253
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Training and Development, Bachelor’s Degree in English, Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
Banking/Financial Services - finance analyst, financial controller, finance adviser
Salary: P27,188
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (B.B.A., Major in Banking), Bachelor's Degree in Finance and Accounting
Actuarial Science/Statistics - actuarial officer, business systems analyst, data analyst
Salary: P27,064
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics Major in Actuarial Science
PR/Communications - senior account executive, public relations specialist, public affairs manager, media relations manager
Salary: P26,948
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communications, Marketing or equivalent degree
Healthcare-Related - staff nurse, physical therapist, dentist, pharmacist
Salary: P26,655
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical and Healthcare Courses
Journalism/Editor - content writer, content editor, copywriter, project proposal developer, language translator
Salary: P26,542
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Bachelor’s Degree with English Major
Customer Service - technical support analyst, service support analyst, customer support, sales representative
Salary: P24,755
Degree Program: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, other related courses
With a greater number of companies willing to give more incentives and higher compensation for deserving employees, it will be easier for you to find a high-paying job that will result to a more comfortable and financially sound future.
Have you found the job that suits you best? Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment below.