Trabajos por proyectos mantienen alza y ofrecen oportunidades en diversos sectores del mercado laboral
Santiago, January 13, 2026 – In today's world of work, challenges and changes are present and on the rise. Economic challenges and regulatory changes, in addition to the constant need to modernize and provide efficient responses to the advance of automation and digitalization, have forced companies to seek new strategies and efficient solutions to the demand for increasingly specialized professionals. And in this new scenario, project-based contracting emerges as a strategic solution for the country's companies.
The resource is not new, but it has gained strength in the face of the need to have highly qualified professionals to respond, in an agile and flexible way, to the short and medium term challenges of many companies. "And among the main reasons are the need to execute new projects, the unpredictability of the economic scenario and a demand for key professionals, with high experience and specialization that are difficult to find," said the associate director of Robert Half Chile, Caio Arnaes.
For professionals, the option of project-based work also has advantages, including the possibility of acquiring new responsibilities and experience, as well as the opportunity to reinsert themselves into the market through this alternative.
Who are the most in-demand professionals?
According to data revealed by the latest edition of the Salary Guide from the consulting firm Robert Half, project-based work is a reality in various areas, confirming its effectiveness and potential, both for companies and workers.
"Project-based contracting has established itself as a strategic alternative, offering companies agile, flexible and specialized responses to complex and specific challenges, where it is required to have professionals with the knowledge and experience to adapt immediately and get down to work," the executive analyzed.
And among the opportunities offered by the market, the study carried out by Robert Half in the country revealed demand for professionals for project jobs in the financial, technology, engineering, sales and marketing and human resources sectors.
For the Finance and Accounting area, the most sought-after positions aim at:
SAP Accounting Analyst
Treasury Analyst
Accounts Payable Analyst
Billing Analyst
For Sales and Marketing, companies require:
Sales Development Representative
Product Manager
CRM Specialist
Dashboard Specialist
Human Resources demands professionals for positions such as:
Recruitment Analyst
Systems Specialist
Payroll Specialist
Human Resources Analyst
And in the area of Financial Services, the positions on the rise are:
Internal Auditor
Process Specialist
Operations Analyst
Accounting Analyst
About Robert Half
It is the first and largest specialized recruitment company in the world. Founded in 1948, the company operates in Chile by recruiting permanent and project professionals specialized in the areas of finance, accounting, financial market, insurance, engineering, technology, legal, human resources, marketing and sales and senior management positions.
With a global presence and operations in North America, Europe, Asia, South America and Oceania, Robert Half appears on lists of the world's most admired companies. The company is also recognized for its commitment to promoting equality and providing an inclusive culture.
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