20 best jobs of 2017?

We all have preconceptions about what are ‘good’ and ‘bad’ jobs – a doctor or lawyer is generally regarded as a ‘good’ job – but the ‘best’ job in Australia may surprise you.

Jobs search site Indeed.com has complied a list of the best Australian jobs of 2017 – and Marketing Manager came out on top.

In demand marketing bosses enjoyed the highest number of job postings, an average base salary just south of $100,000 ($97,597), and had the best future prospects (read: safe from automation), according to the research.

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Front-end developers, which earn slightly less at $94,591, on average, came in at the number two best job followed by health sector roles including Registrar (doctors who have commenced specialist training), GP, X-ray technician and medical officer. This is reflective of the impact Australia’s ageing population is having on the workforce.

Tech jobs including IT manager, senior java developer and PHP developer also featured in the top 20.

The ‘best’ job was not based just on salary but from the number of jobs advertised and further growth opportunities.

However, the research also shows you don’t need a uni degree to get ahead. Construction jobs featured heavily with site manager – earning a cool $127,000, on average, with builder and finisher also on the hotlist.

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“While many roles are under threat of automation, creative professions such as marketing are not yet one of them,” Chris McDonald, Managing Director of Indeed ANZ, said. Digital marketing, in particular, is experiencing strong growth in Australia.

But today’s workforce isn’t just looking for a fat salary and a litany of perks.

“People also want job satisfaction, culture fit, a positive work environment and career growth opportunities,” he added.