10 Remote Jobs You Can Do From Anywhere In The World
Luckily are the employees whose jobs transitioned seamlessly into a remote setup at the start of the pandemic. Adapting to an entirely new way of doing your job from home involves major adjustments, to be sure. But being able to continue working through the shifting business landscape is a luxury in the new normal.
Jobseekers would do well to take a cue. What better way to protect your career from today’s biggest threat than to switch over to jobs that are nearly pandemic-proof? Changing times call for game-changing solutions, and the relatively new world of remote work may offer just that.
If you are part of the 53% of Malaysian professionals who are willing to work remotely for a foreign employer, these 10 global remote jobs that range from highly specialised positions to more general roles are worth considering.
Software/Web/App Developer
As one of the current most in-demand roles in Malaysia and across the globe, some employers have started offering more mobile work options for software/web/app developers. Granted, most of these postings still require you to be based in certain locations, but the flexibility they offer between office visits and remote work days is a compelling reason to go for semi-remote jobs such as this.
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UX/UI Designer
Information Technology is one of the top fields hiring for remote jobs. Among the roles in the entire digital work sector, UI (User Interface) and UX (User Experience) Designer are perhaps the most ideally suited for full remote work. While half of the job is very collaborative, video conferencing has made it so much easier now for any designer to work with teams of all sizes from anywhere in the world.
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Graphic Designer / Illustrator / Animator
Similar to UI/UX design, graphic design, illustration and animation are roles that thrive in a remote setup due to the solitary nature of the job. These artists will find many opportunities in the arena of video games. Equally important to their highly specialised design skills is an online portfolio that represents the best of their work samples.
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Project Manager
What used to be an in-house position is now a flexibly remote one, thanks to the proliferation of robust project management software. Of course, good software does not automatically create a good project manager. But if you do have considerable leadership and business skills, plus intensive training in project management, this is one of the highest-paying remote positions out there.
Search for Project Manager jobs here.
Headhunter
Hiring specialists are also in luck because recruitment practices are much more efficient nowadays due to one-stop-shop online job portals. Having experience in human resources will get your foot in the door, but it is an excellent command of the JobStreet portal and its hiring tools, plus stellar online interviewing skills, that will make you a top candidate for Remote Headhunter.
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Call Center Representative
Many call centre BPOs around the world were quick to adopt a home-based model at the start of the pandemic, indicating that their industry is nearly future-ready. Today, Malaysians from any career background can pivot to becoming Call Center Representatives handling customer calls from their own home or anywhere in the world, provided they have excellent communication skills, a problem-solving mindset, and reliable internet connection.
Search for Call Center Representative jobs here.
Translator
Recently, a company that offers translation services was reported as a top hirer of remote workers. This is good news for jobseekers looking to transition to remote occupations because translation is one of many jobs that do not require formal training in a particular field. If you have a good command of two or more languages, as most Malaysians are, being a Remote Translator may be a viable option for you.
Search for Translator jobs here.
Virtual Assistant
With the surge of e-commerce businesses comes an increasing number of startups that are looking to hire staff without having to invest in office space for them. Offering your services as a Remote Virtual Assistant is a very lucrative option nowadays because virtually all administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, note-taking during meetings, and fielding email correspondences are well-suited to remote work.
Search for Virtual Assistant jobs here.
Transcriber
A Transcriber converts audio recordings of interviews, speeches, and the like into text. Aside from having the option to do this part-time and to specialise in various areas such as medical, legal or business transcription, this task can be done anywhere in the world as long as you have reliable wifi and good transcription software installed on your laptop.
Search for Transcriber jobs here.
Sales Agent
The pandemic practically forced sales professionals to forego face-to-face selling and start exploring digital sales methods. But now, this temporary solution looks like it is here to stay because it turns out virtual selling is more preferable to both consumers and sellers. With digital sales on a path to even more growth, this is the best time to start a career in Remote Sales, should you be so inclined.
Search for Sales Agent jobs here.
SUMMARY
The surge in remote work opportunities such as those above may sound incidental, but here is something to consider: COVID-19’s effects on the workplace are significant, and there is no end in sight as of yet. It would be safe to assume that all these temporary solutions will likely continue for a significant amount of time. Who knows, perhaps remote work will turn out to be the permanent solution after all.
Moreover, with over half of Malaysian professionals willing to work for a remote employer, digital-ready companies are likely to take this opportunity to hire remote talent where they can. It sounds like a win-win for both jobseekers and employers.
Any jobseeker will benefit from keeping up-to-date on the latest Malaysian employee trends. Whether you are looking for traditional jobs, exploring the world of remote work, or considering changing locations to improve your employment situation, you will make the best decisions for your career by staying informed about the market. Download the latest JobStreet talent survey, Decoding Global Talent, here.
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