Career service outlines comprehensive guide for those pursuing work-from-anywhere careers
BOULDER, Colo., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With the rise in remote work––and more than half (54 percent) of people wanting to work fully remote––interest in work-from-anywhere jobs has also gained momentum. Coveted for providing professionals the chance to perform their careers while exploring the world, these sought-after roles can be some of the most challenging to land. To help job seekers better assess remote job opportunities while embracing a work-from-anywhere lifestyle, FlexJobs has released its 2023 Digital Nomad Guide to the top 10 companies, career categories, and job titles for work-from-anywhere jobs, as well as key advice for anywhere workers.
A "digital nomad" is generally described as any professional who has the ability to work remotely from various locations around the world and is not tied to a specific city, state, or country.
To compile the comprehensive guide, FlexJobs analyzed its database and determined which companies had the highest volume of work-from-anywhere job postings that met the following criteria between January 1 and July 31, 2023:
- Allows "work-from-anywhere," or fully remote role without location restrictions
- A fully remote job that doesn't require any time in the office
- Offers a full-time or part-time schedule
The top 10 companies below are ordered from highest to lowest for the volume of work-from-anywhere job listings so far in 2023.
1. FluentU
2. Finixio
3. Invisible Technologies
4. Magic Media & Entertainment Group
5. Study.com
6. Wikimedia Foundation
7. Outliant
8. Cash App
9. Yodo1
10. Chainlink Labs
A historically strong employer for work-from-anywhere roles, Wikimedia Foundation also ranked on the 2022 list of top 10 companies. On this year's list, it was joined by newcomers including FluentU, Finixio, and Invisible Technologies, among others, demonstrating the expanding marketplace for these types of job opportunities.
The top 10 career categories that posted the most work-from-anywhere jobs during that same period included:
1. Marketing
2. Writing
3. Computer & IT
4. Education
5. Bilingual
6. Accounting & Finance
7. Graphic Design
8. HR & Recruiting
9. Project Management
10. Business Development
Similarly to past years, marketing, writing, and computer and IT continue to dominate the top three career categories with the most work-from-anywhere jobs. More notably, education and bilingual career categories showed growth and climbed in rankings, while project management and HR and recruiting fell.
The 10 most popular job titles work-from-anywhere job titles were:
1. Accountant
2. Business Development Manager
3. Copywriter
4. Customer Success Representative
5. Editor
6. Engineering Manager
7. Marketing Manager
8. Product Manager
9. Senior Product Designer
10. Software Engineer
"Remote work has helped create greater work-from-anywhere opportunities for job seekers," said Keith Spencer, Career Expert at FlexJobs. "But because being an "anywhere worker" is growing in popularity, these roles can still be surprisingly challenging to secure. In addition to referencing our Digital Nomad Guide of companies and resources, digital nomads can stay competitive in their job search by paying close attention to location requirements in job postings and spotlighting key qualifications that demonstrate why they're perfect for the job on every application," Spencer concluded.
In addition to landing a work-from-anywhere job, working as a digital nomad may be more complex than workers anticipate. Before diving into a digital nomad lifestyle, FlexJobs' career experts advise workers familiarize themselves with the following information on digital nomad visas when staying in a chosen country for an extended period.
1. What Are Digital Nomad Visas
Regardless of specific terms used, digital nomad visas are designed to offer a residency permit for long-term, location-independent workers desiring an extended stay. Digital nomads are typically expected to work as freelancers, remote employees, or entrepreneurs. Some countries allow for freelancing for local companies, and others require the traveler to limit work to companies they already had a relationship with before traveling.
2. How to Get a Digital Nomad Visa
Requirements for digital nomad visas vary from country to country. In general however, workers will need financial proof of income for living expenses in their destination country and proof that they will continue to work remotely. In addition, they'll need to apply for a digital nomad visa through the embassy of their host country, noting that response times can vary greatly––anywhere from two weeks to several months. Finally, workers should be mindful of the time constraint and ensure they have a backup plan if a visa is delayed.
3. Know the Countries Offering Digital Nomad Visas
Some countries have a track record for being excellent remote work locations. These include:
- Argentina
- Australia
- Costa Rica
- Czech Republic
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- India
- Malta
- Mexico
For more details, please visit https://www.flexjobs.com/blog/post/companies-hiring-digital-nomads/ or contact Shanna Briggs at [email protected].
About FlexJobs
FlexJobs is the leading career service specializing in remote, hybrid, and flexible jobs, with over 135 million people having used its resources since 2007. FlexJobs provides the highest-quality database of vetted remote and flexible job listings, from entry-level to executive, startups to public companies, part-time to full-time. To support job seekers in all phases of their career journey, FlexJobs also offers extensive expert advice, webinars, and other resources. In parallel, FlexJobs works with leading companies to recruit quality remote talent and optimize their remote and flexible workplace. A trusted source for data, trends, and insight, FlexJobs has been cited extensively in top national outlets, including CNN, the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, CNBC, Forbes magazine, and many more. FlexJobs also has partner sites Remote.co and Job-Hunt.org to help round out its content and job search offerings. Follow FlexJobs on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
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