The global number of employees in employment services in 2024 shows Germany leading with 997,000 persons, followed by the United Kingdom (921,950), and the Netherlands (828,000). South Korea and Italy also present significant figures at 601,400 and 435,200 respectively. Lower end of the spectrum includes Estonia with 1,000 and Iceland with 1,200. Year-on-year variations from 2023 indicate growth across most countries, with notable increases in Greece (6.08%) and Iceland as the only country with a decline (-1.59%). Estonia shows the highest growth rate at 4.56%, followed by Ireland (4.37%). Over the past five years, consistent growth patterns are observed in Finland, Hungary, and Poland.
Future trends to watch include the increasing digital transformation within employment services, driven by automation and AI technologies. Countries may experience shifts in the employment landscape due to remote work and gig economy rises. Close monitoring is suggested for Greece, Estonia, and Ireland, given their recent accelerated growth rates.
Top countries in Number of Employees in Employment Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Units (Persons) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 997 | 2023 | +1.53% | +0.2% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 921.95 | 2023 | +1.1% | +0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 828 | 2023 | +2.22% | +2.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 South Korea | 601.4 | 2023 | +1.54% | +2.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 435.2 | 2023 | +3.4% | +2.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 274.2 | 2023 | +2.39% | +2.13% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 229.3 | 2023 | +1.73% | +1.22% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 128 | 2023 | +3.23% | +3.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 113.08 | 2023 | +2.48% | +2.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 96.93 | 2023 | +2.76% | +3.43% | View data |