European Number of Persons Employed of Renting and Operating of Own or Leased Real Estate Share by Country (Units (Employees))

In 2023, Germany led with 17.7% market share in real estate employment, followed by Italy (12.86%), Spain (12.78%), and France (12.02%). Germany faced the largest decline with a 3.7% drop. Meanwhile, smaller countries like Macedonia (8.31%) and Ireland (6.25%) experienced significant growth. Portugal and Slovenia also marked noticeable year-on-year growth. Over the past five years, emerging economies like Poland showed a robust growth trajectory, indicating a shift in employment dynamics across Europe.

Future trends to watch involve technological advances and economic shifts. Automation and digitalization in real estate could influence employment patterns. Additionally, economic recovery strategies post-COVID-19 might play a role in boosting employment figures in lesser-represented regions, as countries aim for balanced growth across Europe.