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Vocabulary for IELTS (Basic) - Jobs

Here you will learn some English words about jobs, such as "assistant", "employ", "lawyer", etc. that are needed for the IELTS exam.

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Words for Basic IELTS
architect
architect
[noun]

a person whose job is designing buildings and typically supervising their construction

Ex: The architect designed a stunning modern home that incorporates sustainable building practices and energy-efficient features. 
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assistant
assistant
[noun]

a person who helps someone in their work

Ex: He is the assistant manager at the local grocery store. 
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boss
boss
[noun]

a person who is in charge of a large organization or has an important position there

Ex: I'll have to check with my boss before I can confirm. 
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businessperson

someone who works in business, especially at a high level

Ex: She became a successful businessperson in the tech industry. 
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chemist
chemist
[noun]

a scientist who studies chemistry

Ex: As a chemist, he always wore safety goggles. 
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detective
detective
[noun]

a person, especially a police officer, whose job is to investigate and solve crimes and catch criminals

Ex: He is a private detective hired to find the missing jewelry. 
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to employ
to employ
[Verb]

to give work to someone and pay them

Ex: Are you planning to employ any interns this summer? 
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engineer
engineer
[noun]

a person who designs, fixes, or builds roads, machines, bridges, etc.

Ex: An engineer's job is to apply scientific principles to solve engineering challenges. 
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instructor

a person who teaches a practical skill or sport to someone

Ex: I took my driving test after ten lessons with my instructor. 
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director
director
[noun]

a person who manages or is in charge of an activity, department, or organization

Ex: She's the director of marketing at the company, responsible for advertising and promotions. 
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lawyer
lawyer
[noun]

a person who practices or studies law, advises people about the law or represents them in court

Ex: She hired a lawyer to help her navigate the complex legal issues surrounding her business. 
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receptionist

a person who greets and deals with people arriving at or calling a hotel, office building, doctor's office, etc.

Ex: I left a message with the receptionist. 
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to train
to train
[Verb]

to be taught the skills for a particular job or activity through instruction and practice over time

Ex: Employees train regularly to stay updated on industry standards. 
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adviser
adviser
[noun]

someone whose job is to give advice professionally on a particular subject

Ex: She sought the advice of a financial adviser to help plan her retirement. 
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agent
agent
[noun]

a company or person that represents another person or company or manages their affairs

Ex: She hired a real estate agent to help her find a new house. 
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employment

the fact or state of having a regular paid job

Ex: After months of searching, she finally found employment at a local marketing firm. 
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marketing
marketing
[noun]

the act or process of selling or advertising a product or service, usually including market research

Ex: Successful marketing requires understanding customer needs. 
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president
president
[noun]

the head of a company or corporation

Ex: The president of the company announced a new expansion plan during the shareholders' meeting. 
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profession

a paid job that often requires a high level of education and training

Ex: Teaching is a noble profession that requires dedication and patience. 
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to retire
to retire
[Verb]

to leave your job and stop working, usually on reaching a certain age

Ex: After working for 30 years, she finally retired. 
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accountant

someone whose job is to keep or check financial accounts

Ex: She decided to become an accountant because she enjoys working with numbers and financial data. 
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analyst
analyst
[noun]

a trained individual who evaluates information and data to provide insights and make informed decisions in various fields such as finance, economics, business, technology, etc.

Ex: The market analyst predicted a surge in stock prices based on recent economic indicators. 
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apprentice

someone who works for a skilled person for a specific period of time to learn their skills, usually earning a low income

Ex: Apprentices often do tasks under close supervision. 
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archeologist

a person whose job is to study ancient societies using facts, objects, buildings, etc. remaining in excavation sites

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critic
critic
[noun]

someone who evaluates and provides opinions or judgments about various forms of art, literature, performances, or other creative works

Ex: The film critic praised the director's innovative storytelling and powerful performances in her review. 
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entrepreneur

a person who starts a business, especially one who takes financial risks

Ex: As an entrepreneur, she started her own tech company with just a small investment. 
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estate agent

a person whose job is to help clients rent or buy properties

Ex: The estate agent showed them several houses in the area. 
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freelance
freelance
[Adjective]

earning money by working for several different companies rather than being employed by one particular organization

Ex: They enjoyed the flexibility of freelance work, which allowed them to choose their own hours. 
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occupation

a person's profession or job, typically the means by which they earn a living

Ex: Teaching is a rewarding occupation that allows educators to make a positive impact on young minds. 
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chief executive officer

the highest-ranking person in a company

Ex: The CEO announced a new strategy for the company. 
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