economy
Top 8 little-known 'quiet success' jobs
Read how stressed mum-of-three Martha Kilner ditched her £45k job in teaching to a 'quiet success' career, and got a huge pay-rise
TL;DR
- Eight 'quiet success' careers have been identified, offering above-average salaries without necessarily requiring a degree.
- Intelligence analysts top the list with typical earnings of £65,014, and roles are available through apprenticeships or with the right transferable skills.
- Other high-paying roles include project manager (£59,699), marketing strategist (£50,888), firefighter (£45,235), virtual assistant (£45,167), railway engineer (£44,747), lift engineer (£40,900), and utilities technician (£40,523).
- Routes into these careers include apprenticeships, employer-funded qualifications, and on-the-job training, making them accessible to a wide range of individuals.
- The article highlights the story of Martha Kilner, who transitioned from a teaching job to a virtual assistant role, increasing her earnings and reducing her working hours.