LINKEDIN JOBS ON THE RISE 2026: THE 25 FASTEST-GROWING ROLES IN THE US

Summary from the TLDR Marketing newsletter

US job growth is being driven by AI and advisory roles. More than 56% of professionals plan to job hunt this year, while 76% say they feel unprepared. The list shows strong growth in founders and independent consultants, which shows a shift toward self-employment. Sales and marketing also show up on the list in several places. The rankings are based on LinkedIn data from January 1, 2023, to July 31, 2025, and include insights on skills, locations, experience, and flexible work.