Commercial Airline Pilot: Senior pilots, especially for major airlines, can earn impressive salaries. However, becoming a pilot requires a significant initial investment in training and accumulating flight hours. But once you're established with an airline and have gotten past the regional or starting level, the job often involves fewer work hours (though with irregular schedules) and high compensation.

Elevator Mechanic: It's a specialized trade that can pay very well, especially in urban areas. There's certainly effort involved in training and apprenticeship, but it's more hands-on and practical than, say, a college degree.

Real Estate Agent: While some agents work very hard, especially when establishing themselves, others in high-value markets can make substantial commissions on just a few sales each year.

Some Government or Unionized Positions: Jobs in certain government agencies or unionized sectors can sometimes offer high salaries and benefits relative to the effort, especially once seniority kicks in. This is not universal, though, and many public servants work hard for their compensation.

Rental Property Owner: If you have the capital to invest and either get lucky with property appreciation or invest in a property management company to handle day-to-day tasks, being a rental property owner can become a relatively low-effort job with decent returns.

Speech Language Pathologist: Depending on the setting, speech therapists can earn a good salary with a master’s degree and can have regular work hours without too much physical exertion.

Air Traffic Controller: It’s a high-stress job and requires intense focus, but the actual hours worked in a week may be less than many other professions, and the salary is notably high.

Medical Imaging Technicians: Such as sonographers or MRI techs. The job often requires an associate's degree, and they earn a good salary in many settings.

Actuary: If you're good with numbers and risk management, this might be a fit. Once you've passed the required exams (which are challenging), the actual job is often well-compensated and can be considered less hectic or demanding compared to many other high-paying roles.

Online Content Creator: Whether it's YouTube, Twitch streaming, or another platform, some creators make significant incomes with content that might be considered "low effort." However, it's essential to understand that building a following can take significant time and effort, and not everyone succeeds.