Shortage Occupation List

In France, ICT professionals are considered to be in high demand, belonging to occupations facing shortages. When analyzing trends over the past, current, and upcoming 3-4 years, certain occupations are identified as mismatch priority occupations. This means they are either facing a shortage or surplus of workers.

• Shortage Occupation: Refers to occupations with a lack of available workers, making it challenging for employers to find suitable candidates.
• Surplus Occupation: Describes occupations with an abundance of qualified workers but low demand, resulting in employers easily filling such positions.

Shortage Occupations

ICT professionals:

[1] Professionals involved in software and application development and analysis (ISCO 251), as well as database and network experts (ISCO 252), along with information and communications technology managers (ISCO 133).

[2] A report by France Stratégie and Dares in 2014, titled “Occupations in 2022,” provides insights into future job trends.

[3] The decline in productivity in France was explored in a 2016 report by France Stratégie and Dares titled “Strategy for France-Understanding the decrease in productivity in France.

[4] Syntec Numerique’s conference in November 2015 presented key findings regarding the digital sector’s current state.

[5] The study on open-source skills and training in France, conducted by OPPIEC Prospective métiers in 2013, sheds light on the landscape of open-source technologies.

[6] SFIB’s report in 2012 emphasizes the role of information technology in driving growth and competitiveness for a digital France.

[7] AFIEC and Syntec Numérique’s 2015 report delves into the training and skills required for Big Data and Cloud Computing in France.

[8] Apec and Syntec Numérique collaborated on a 2015 study examining the job market for executives in the information technology sector.

[9] The 2012 report “Learning Differently in the Digital Age” by Jean-Michel Fourgous highlights innovative learning approaches.

[10] National experts and research findings collectively affirm certain points.

[11] Information from “Femmes du Numérique” and “Syntec Numerique” is relevant in understanding gender dynamics in the digital sector.

[12] Events on February 3, 2016, mark significant developments.

Health professionals and veterinarians:

[13] Occupations in the medical field include medical doctors (ISCO 221) and other health professionals (ISCO 226).

[14] Veterinarians are classified under ISCO 225.

[15] The 2014 report “Occupations in 2022” by France Stratégie and Dares is a valuable source of information on future job trends.

[16] The European Commission’s 2014 report on mapping and analyzing vacancies in EU labor markets provides a broader perspective.

[17] Ast’s 2012 study provides statistical profiles of occupations from 1982 to 2011.

[18] “Occupations in 2022,” a report by France Stratégie and Dares, explores prospective job trends.

[19] The shortage of professionals is a concern shared by veterinarians for similar reasons.

[20] Despite an increase in training places, the number of available positions in the medical field remains challenging.

[21] The allocation of medical students is based on national tests, with only top-ranked students having a significant choice of specialties.

[22] Public service contracts for medical professionals are outlined in the Hospital, patients, health, regions Law of July 21, 2009.

[23] Insights into the employment and occupations of immigrants were discussed in a 2012 document.

[24] Various sources, including the National Council of Medical Order and DREES, contribute to the understanding of medical demography.

[25] National experts confirm the projections made by DREES in 2009 regarding medical demography by 2030.

[26] The outlook for medical demography was explored in 2010, utilizing data from INSEE.

[27] Strategies for the location of French general practitioners were discussed in a 2012 publication.

Engineering professionals:

[28] Engineering professionals (excluding electrotechnology) fall under ISCO 214, while electrotechnology engineers are classified under ISCO 215.

[29] The European Commission’s 2014 report provides insights into vacancies in EU labor markets.

[30] The report “Occupations in 2022” by France Stratégie and Dares offers valuable insights into future trends in engineering professions.

[31] Apec’s 2014 study focuses on industry factors and prospects for executive employment.

[32] The prospective technical support in 2013, in collaboration with the State and the platform “Objectif Fibre,” sheds light on the fiber optics sector.

[33] FIEEC’s 2014 report highlights the role of electrotechnical industries in serving society.

[34] FIEEC’s 2013 report discusses the opportunities presented by the Silver Economy for France and its regions.

[35] The Institute Mines’ “Portrait de l’ingénieur 2030” provides insights into the future of engineering.

[36] Apec’s 2014 study explores the strains on the executive labor market, including concerns about transversal competencies.

[37] Some national experts note concerns from directors of firms regarding the balance between transversal competences and technical skills.

[38] Céreq’s 2013 study delves into the attractiveness of scientific and technological careers.

[39] Efforts to promote gender diversity in professions are discussed on the “La mixité des métiers” website.

[40] “Infinités Plurielles,” a project developed by FIEEC, features 145 scientists discussing science.

[41] The “Bourses Trajectoires pour l’Industrie” initiative has been extended for three years.

[42] Actions to address the crisis in scientific vocations are discussed in a 2005 article by Convert and Gugenheim.

[43] The “Le Seul Forum National” website provides information on the only national forum in 2015.

[44] ISCO 241 encompasses legal professionals.

Finance professionals:

[45] The 2014 report “Occupations in 2022” by France Stratégie and Dares provides insights into the future of legal professions.

[46] Observatoire de l’évolution des métiers de l’assurance’s 2014 Baromètre prospectif offers insights into insurance occupations in the digital age.

[47] The impact of digital on banking occupations is discussed in a report by Observatoire des métiers.

[48] Défi métiers’ 2015 report focuses on challenges for banking and insurance occupations.

[49] Apec’s 2012 study provides a referential guide to executive occupations in the banking sector.

[50] The NEF’s 2014 report “Higher education studies and what after? Generation Survey 2010-2013 Questionnaire” explores post-higher education outcomes.

[51] CEE’s 2014 research report delves into entering the banking sector through apprenticeship.

[52] Céreq’s 2014 study provides markers on the training practices of employers and employees.

[53] A 2011 article in Revue d’économie financière discusses the necessity of training as an investment in human capital for banks.

Legal professionals and legislators:

[54] Legal professionals are classified under ISCO 261, and legislators and senior officials under ISCO 111.

[55] The 2014 report “Occupations in 2022” by France Stratégie and Dares is a valuable source of information on the future of legal and legislative professions.

[56] Ast’s 2012 study provides statistical profiles of occupations from 1982 to 2011.

[57] The law of March 13, 2000, established the legal equivalence of electronic and paper-based writings.

[58] The Observatoire des métiers des professions libérales synthesized a detailed profile of law practices.

[59] The 2012 study “Études d’huissiers de justice” provides insights into bailiffs’ roles.

[60] The Chambre nationale des huissiers de justice’s dossier de presse offers information on bailiffs today.

Other shortage occupations:

[61] France Stratégie and national experts jointly emphasize certain points.

[62] Various managerial roles, including business services and administration managers, sales and marketing managers, manufacturing managers, professional services managers, and sales professionals, are encompassed by ISCO 121, 122, 132, 134, 143, 243, 332, and 333.

[63] ISCO 222 encompasses marketing and advertising managers.

Surplus Occupations:

[64] Various roles, including those falling under ISCO 921, 612, 621, 622, 611, 932, 811, 812, 816, 941, 815, 753, 732, 818, 814, 821, and 513, are associated with the information and communication technology sector.

[65] ISCO 412, 413, 431, 422, and 523 cover roles related to sales and purchasing agents and brokers.

Information sourced from: https://www.cedefop.europa.eu/en/data-insights/france-mismatch-priority-occupations