The jobs that AI will eliminate and those it will create in Mexico

The Artificial Intelligence revolution is already here, and it will change the job market forever. A report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) details which professions are most at risk of disappearing and which will be the most in-demand in Mexico by 2025 and beyond.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ceased to be a science fiction concept and has become a transformative force redefining entire industries and, with it, the future of work. In Mexico, as in the rest of the world, there is a mix of expectation and fear about how this technology will impact jobs. The World Economic Forum's (WEF) most recent Future of Jobs report offers a clear roadmap for the changes ahead, identifying both declining roles and emerging professions that will dominate the labor market between 2025 and 2030.

Contrary to the apocalyptic vision of a massive replacement of humans by robots, the analysis suggests a profound reconfiguration of the skills required. While repetitive and administrative tasks will be the most affected by automation, an unprecedented demand will emerge for roles that combine technological expertise with intrinsically human skills.

The jobs most vulnerable to automation

The WEF report is blunt in pointing out that jobs based on routine, predictable, data-processing tasks are the most at risk of being automated by AI. The ability of algorithms to process information, draft documents, and perform calculations at superhuman speed and accuracy makes many traditional office jobs redundant.

Top 5 professions at risk in Mexico:

* Data entry clerks and administrative staff: Tasks such as data entry, file management, and typing are highly automatable. AI tools can now perform these functions more efficiently.

* Accounting and payroll clerks: AI can consolidate databases, manage payroll, and perform basic audits, reducing the need for staff for these operational tasks.

* Cashiers and ticket counter staff: With the rise of e-commerce and self-checkout systems, these roles are rapidly declining.

* Executive assistants and secretaries: AI-powered virtual assistants can now manage agendas, schedule meetings, and compose emails, displacing many of the traditional functions of this position.

* Telemarketing and call center operators: Chatbots and AI-powered interactive voice response (IVR) systems can handle a massive volume of customer inquiries, reserving human agents for more complex issues.

The professions of the future: Where are the opportunities?

The same technology that's displacing certain jobs is creating a new range of opportunities. The WEF identifies accelerated growth in roles that require a combination of advanced technological skills and human competencies that AI can't replicate.

Top 5 fastest-growing professions:

* AI and Machine Learning Specialists: The demand for professionals who can design, implement, and maintain AI systems will skyrocket. They are the architects of the new digital economy.

* Data Analysts and Scientists (Big Data): Companies need experts who can interpret the vast amounts of data generated to make strategic decisions. This is one of the areas projected to grow the most.

* Sustainability and Renewable Energy Specialists: The transition to a green economy is creating a high demand for renewable energy engineers, ESG (environmental, social, and governance) strategy experts, and sustainability professionals.

* Cybersecurity Experts: As digitalization advances, so do cyberthreats. The need to protect data and critical infrastructure will make cybersecurity specialists more valuable than ever.

* Fintech Engineers: The fusion of finance and technology is revolutionizing banking, payments, and investments, creating a strong demand for engineers specialized in this sector.

> "AI will not replace human talent, but rather complement it, allowing workers to focus on activities that require empathy, creativity, and critical judgment, while repetitive and analytical tasks are handled by intelligent systems." – Conclusion of a Skill-Nest study on AI at work.

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Key skills to thrive in the AI ​​era

The WEF report highlights that by 2030, 39% of current skills are expected to be obsolete. The key to future employability will not only be technical knowledge, but also a set of soft and cognitive skills.

Most in-demand skills for 2025 and beyond:

* Analytical and creative thinking: The ability to analyze complex problems and propose innovative solutions will be essential.

* Technological literacy (AI and Big Data): Understanding how these technologies work and how to apply them will be a core competency in almost every field.

* Resilience, flexibility and agility: The ability to adapt quickly to changes and continuously learn will be crucial.

* Leadership and social influence: Skills to motivate, guide, and collaborate with human teams in a technological environment.

* Curiosity and continuous learning: The willingness to unlearn and relearn will be the most important survival skill.

The transformation of the labor market in Mexico is inevitable. Adaptation—for workers, companies, and education systems alike—is not an option, but an urgent necessity. The AI ​​era is not a threat to work itself, but to the way we have worked until now. Those who embrace change and focus on developing the skills of the future will not only survive, but thrive.