20 highest paying jobs in 2025 where you don’t need a degree – you could earn up to £77,000
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THE highest paying jobs of 2025 have been revealed - and you can earn more than £77,000 without a degree. If you're tired of working hard for little reward, the New Year might be the perfect time for a career change. Jobs site Adzuna has rounded up the 20 roles set to have the highest wages next year - and even better, you don't need a degree to do them.
Many of the roles just require a diploma in a certain discipline or experience in a specific area. Many roles could be great options for workers in similar industries or looking for a career change. Coming out on top for jobs not requiring a University qualification were AI product managers, who earn an average of £77,343.
An artificial intelligence (AI) product manager oversees the creation and improvement of products that use artificial intelligence. This includes working closely with data scientists to develop products and overseeing the development of new AI models. To do this job, you will need to have experience in product management, a strong understanding of data science and teamwork skills.
The second highest paid is a real estate associate, which takes home £75,599. Real estate associate is a professional who assists clients in buying, selling, and renting properties. Their role involves providing legal advice and negotiating deals. Anyone wishing to do this may need to complete a legal apprenticeship or or train as a legal administrator or paralegal.