The labor market for security and investigation services across Europe in 2023 presents varied dynamics. The UK leads with approximately 194,000 employees despite a slight decrease of 0.28% from the previous year. Germany and France follow, with Germany experiencing a notable decline of 5.5%. Meanwhile, Spain and Italy show modest positive growth. Smaller countries like Malta and Bosnia and Herzegovina demonstrate remarkable year-on-year growth, highlighting regional disparities. Conversely, countries like Austria and Estonia continue on a downward employment trajectory.
Future trends to observe include the increasing importance of technological advancements in security, which may influence employment rates. Countries with declining job numbers might see a resurgence if they adapt to digital security solutions. Growth in countries like Malta suggests potential for startups and innovative approaches in security services.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Security and Investigation Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Employees) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 194,050 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 182,780 | 2023 | -6.52% | -5.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 164,630 | 2023 | -0.72% | -0.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 151,840 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 124,410 | 2023 | -0.69% | -2.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 105,380 | 2023 | -1.67% | -1.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 81,810 | 2023 | +0.53% | +1.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 52,280 | 2023 | +0.33% | -0.8% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 46,940 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.07% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 43,410 | 2023 | -0.66% | -0.42% | View data |
