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
asset manager
ESCO occupation · 21 essential, 18 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
examine credit ratings
review investment portfolios
follow company standards
analyse financial performance of a company
analyse financial risk
analyse market financial trends
perform asset recognition
handle financial transactions
strive for company growth
enforce financial policies
financial analysis
financial markets
financial statements
modern portfolio theory
liaise with managers
advise on risk management
advise on financial matters
actuarial science
manage financial risk
develop investment portfolio
corporate social responsibility
Optional & specialised skills
credit control processes
negotiate on asset value
exert expenditure control
plan health and safety procedures
identify clients' needs
interpret financial statements
consult credit score
financial management
funding methods
apply credit risk policy
obtain financial information
create a financial plan
apply technical communication skills
securities
provide support in financial calculation
negotiate loan agreements
review closing procedures
handle financial disputes
Other matches: stock trader · financial analyst · ICT quality assurance manager · financial manager · security manager
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.