Despite the perceived lack of jobs on the market, there are some professions that are still crying out for suitable candidates, according to jobsite CareerBuilder.co.uk.

The top 10 jobs in demand are:

1. HR managers

2. Construction workers

3. Public relations professionals

4. Teachers

5. Midwives

6. IT consultants

7. Nurses

8. Accountants/financial advisers

9. Oil workers

10. Market researchers