The jobs expected to be the most in-demand in 2026 in Italy are positions related to Artificial Intelligence (AI), health and safety, and engineering.
Consulting and financial management roles are also expected to grow. This includes business development consultants, controllers and accountants.
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According to the platform, AI is completely transforming career paths, from job searching to professional development, in a trend seen across Europe and worldwide.
The list of positions companies expect to be in-demand this year reveals the professions that have seen the most growth over the past three years.
AI Engineers – This is expected to be the most in-demand position in Italy this year. These are the people who design and develop intelligent algorithms and predictive models using machine learning and deep learning techniques to optimise business processes and automate workflows. These jobs will be most prevalent in Milan, Rome and Turin.
AI Directors – The second position on the list is also to do with AI. They integrate Artificial Intelligence into business strategy, operations and creative processes. According to LinkedIn, most of these jobs will be in Milan, Rome and Turin.
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Specialists – In third place are professionals tasked with ensuring workplace safety, regulatory compliance and sustainable business practices. They reflect growing attention to employee wellbeing and environmental responsibility. The platform believes most of these will be found in Milan, Rome and Genoa.
Bioinformatics Specialists – People with these jobs combine biology, computer science and data analysis to interpret complex biological data, working in research, pharmaceuticals and healthcare. They will mostly be available in Milan, Rome and Naples.
Business Development Consultants – They identify growth opportunities, develop commercial strategies and build client relationships to expand business. Most of these positions will be found in Milan, Rome and Turin.
The other job roles on the list include:
Commercial Technicians
Electrical Engineers
Avionics Engineers
Controllers
Accountants
Operations Managers
Event Coordinators
Risk Management Specialists
Cyber Security Engineers
Technical Sales Specialists
Data from the social network reveals that Italy's job market is experiencing accelerated transformation driven by technology, sustainability and demographic changes.
More than half of the fastest-growing professions fall within STEM disciplines, but the data also shows strong demand for managerial, consulting and relational capabilities.
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The trend was reportedly similar in other EU countries including Spain.
The variety of roles demonstrates the importance for professionals to develop hybrid profiles capable of moving between technical specialisation and strategic vision.
LinkedIn's analysis highlights that successful professionals in 2026 will need to combine technical expertise with soft skills including adaptability, effective communication and commitment to continuous learning.
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