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Employment
Compared to Scotland and the UK, Aberdeen City and Shire has a higher representation of employment in professional, skilled trades, process plant and machine operatives, and elementary occupations. This is a clear reflection of the economic structure within the area, with a strong emphasis on oil and gas, financial services and manufacturing.
The web site North East Working provides individuals, employers and practitioners with help understanding the labour market.
Occupations relatively under-represented in Aberdeen City and Shire, compared to Scottish and Great Britain averages, include administrative and secretarial, personal services, sales and customer services and associate professional/technical services.
Between 2003 and 2021, self-employed jobs in the area are expected to grow by 12 per cent. At 2003, self-employment in Aberdeen City and Shire accounted for 11 per cent of total employment.
This is expected to increase to make up 13 per cent of the total by 2021.
