Career platform Resume Genius, using data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, identified these top jobs where women account for at least half of the workforce.
A female office worker. Photo by Brooke Cagle |
“All of these roles are very high-paying, and require specialized knowledge and skills,” says Resume Genius career expert Eva Chan, as reported by CNBC.
“For women who are very ambitious and want to go up the career ladder, those are very good roles to aspire to.”
At the top of the list are financial managers, who are responsible for overseeing a company’s finances and maintaining its financial health. Their duties include reviewing financial reports, preparing budgets, analyzing data, and forecasting future income and expenses. They also advise senior leadership on major financial decisions and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Most financial managers hold a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. They typically accumulate several years of experience as an accountant or financial analyst before advancing into a management position.
Ranking second are human resources (HR) managers who are responsible for overseeing a company’s administrative functions, including recruitment, hiring, and employee relations. They regularly consult with executives on strategic planning and employee benefit programs, while also managing workplace issues and disputes as they arise.
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is typically required, or equivalent practical experience in HR or related areas such as recruiting or office administration. Professional certifications are not mandatory but can strengthen qualifications for managerial roles.
Seven out of the 10 jobs are healthcare-related, with pharmacists being the highest-paid position among them at $137,480 a year. Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and counsel patients about the drugs and their use. They also advise physicians and other healthcare workers on medication selection, dosing, potential interactions, and side effects to treat health problems.
Career coach Colleen Paulson explains that women have traditionally gravitated toward healthcare jobs because they can be “a little bit more flexible” in terms of scheduling, which “helps to keep women in the workforce through life changes like having kids.”
Chan adds that healthcare careers often provide clear advancement pathways alongside competitive salaries and benefits, enabling women to plan for the long term.
She also notes that these roles offer “very stable” career prospects, driven by increasing demand for healthcare professionals.
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