Employers prefer AI over entry-level workers: BSI survey

A new report by the British Standards Institution (BSI, Oct 2025) has confirmed what many already feel AI is reshaping the job market faster than most education systems or employers can adapt. According to the BSI survey of more than 850 business leaders across major economies (UK, US, Germany, Japan, China, Australia, France) 41% said AI is already enabling headcount reductions, nearly one-third of companies now explore AI tools before hiring humans, two in five leaders revealed that entry level roles have been reduced or cut as AI performs tasks like research, admin, and reporting and 43% expect this trend to accelerate within the next year. AI isn’t only replacing jobs but it’s creating new ones for those with the right skills. Article link here: https://lnkd.in/dXWzKzRb At Ensinor Oy, we believe this is the defining challenge of our time balancing innovation with inclusion. That’s why we’re investing in AI literacy, digital transformation skills, and re-skilling pathways that prepare both youth and professionals to thrive in an AI-driven economy. We think that every organisation needs a dual investment not only in AI tools, but in human capability also education providers must integrate AI and digital skills across all levels of training also Individuals must embrace lifelong learning because standing still is no longer an option. In this new era, AI won’t replace humans but humans who use AI effectively will replace those who don’t. Let’s ensure Finland’s and Europe’s workforce is AI-ready, resilient, and future proof. #Ensinor #Upskilling #SkillsDevelopment #AI #DigitalSkills

AI's rapid integration into the workplace is threatening to displace young workers from entry-level jobs, raising concerns about their future. #CareerTips #ProfessionalDevelopment #CareerGrowth #CareerAhead

AI eliminates clerical jobs on Monday. Creates AI trainer positions on Tuesday. The disruption and opportunity happen simultaneously, not sequentially. This reality is hitting tech companies hard right now. In 2025, nearly 78,000 tech jobs were lost directly due to AI integration. Amazon and Microsoft led these cuts as they automated tasks previously done by humans. But here's what the headlines miss: 🔄 30% of US companies replaced workers with AI tools 🔄 But new roles emerged requiring AI literacy and data skills 🔄 Older workers adapted better than younger ones in AI-exposed sectors The shift isn't just about job loss. It's about transformation. Companies are hiring AI trainers, prompt engineers, and AI ethics specialists. These roles didn't exist two years ago. The workforce is splitting into two paths: • Those who learn to work with AI thrive • Those who resist get left behind Economists remain optimistic. History shows technology creates more jobs than it destroys. But the transition period is messy. The key? Start upskilling now. Don't wait for your job to be automated. What skills are you developing to stay relevant in an AI-driven world? #AI #FutureOfWork #TechJobs 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲꞉ https://lnkd.in/diSyhBjB

Three in four young Australian workers worry AI will shrink job prospects, but nearly all are already using it. A new Microsoft Australia study has found 71 per cent of Gen Z professionals fear artificial intelligence could reduce graduate opportunities, rising to 88 per cent among those in the finance sector. Yet despite the anxiety, adoption is high: ◾ 97 per cent of young workers given access to AI tools use them weekly. ◾ 88 per cent say it helps cut repetitive tasks. ◾ 75 per cent believe it improves their professional communication. “There is opportunity and anxiety existing side by side,” says Microsoft ANZ’s national technology officer Sarah Carney. As debate continues over how to regulate AI in Australia, young professionals like lawyer Kiara Morris say AI tools were saving her “about an hour or two a day” by summarising email messages and helping to “stress-test” and make suggestions to court briefs and client advice. The federal government issued voluntary AI guidelines in 2024 but has yet to regulate high-risk uses of the technology. You can read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/evP5AeS5 #AAPNews #TechNews #AI #AIRegulation #Workplace

AI eliminates clerical jobs on Monday. Creates AI trainer positions on Tuesday. The disruption and opportunity happen simultaneously, not sequentially. This reality is hitting tech companies hard right now. In 2025, nearly 78,000 tech jobs were lost directly due to AI integration. Amazon and Microsoft led these cuts as they automated tasks previously done by humans. But here's what the headlines miss: 🔄 30% of US companies replaced workers with AI tools 🔄 But new roles emerged requiring AI literacy and data skills 🔄 Older workers adapted better than younger ones in AI-exposed sectors The shift isn't just about job loss. It's about transformation. Companies are hiring AI trainers, prompt engineers, and AI ethics specialists. These roles didn't exist two years ago. The workforce is splitting into two paths: • Those who learn to work with AI thrive • Those who resist get left behind Economists remain optimistic. History shows technology creates more jobs than it destroys. But the transition period is messy. The key? Start upskilling now. Don't wait for your job to be automated. What skills are you developing to stay relevant in an AI-driven world? #AI #FutureOfWork #TechJobs 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲: https://lnkd.in/gKPQVJ4x

Young workers lose jobs to AI automation. Experienced workers in the same companies get promoted. Age became the unexpected advantage in the AI revolution. This isn't what anyone predicted. Recent data shows a striking pattern. Young workers in AI-exposed roles face employment declines. Meanwhile, older, experienced workers in the same sectors see growth. Why the flip? Experience matters more than we thought: • Seasoned workers adapt AI tools to complex problems • They understand business context AI can't grasp • Their judgment guides AI decisions • They mentor teams through tech transitions The numbers are sobering. Nearly 78,000 tech jobs lost to AI in early 2025. Companies like Amazon and Microsoft led the cuts. But here's the twist. While entry-level roles disappear, senior positions expand. Companies need leaders who can navigate AI integration. The skills gap isn't technical anymore. It's about wisdom. Context. Human judgment. Young professionals aren't doomed. But the playbook changed. Technical skills alone won't cut it. The future belongs to those who can: • Think strategically about AI applications • Solve problems AI can't understand • Lead human-AI collaboration • Adapt quickly to new tools This shift challenges everything we believed about tech careers. Age isn't a liability. It's becoming an asset. How are you preparing for this new reality? #AIWorkforce #FutureOfWork #CareerStrategy 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲꞉ https://lnkd.in/gb93g-Gh

👥 “Job-pocalypse” for entry-level roles? A wake-up call for how we build talent pipelines. According to a new study, 41% of business leaders say AI is replacing entry-level roles — and nearly one-third expect the trend to grow. The Guardian That’s not just a stat — it’s a signal for how we must evolve talent strategies. At Wingood Group, this prompts a few reflections: 🛠️ Invest in upward mobility — instead of cutting juniors, how can we re-skill and retain them as AI adoption grows? 🔍 Redefine “entry-level” work — shift the focus to functions that AI struggles with (creativity, relationship building, judgment). 💡 Bridge tech + human growth — make sure innovation doesn’t hollow out the talent funnel; it should widen it. We’re actively exploring how to make our structure more inclusive, future-proof, and adaptive to shifting labor dynamics. 👇 What’s your take — are you seeing this in your industry too? How are you rethinking entry roles in your org? https://lnkd.in/drxAGKPW #WingoodGroup #TalentStrategy #FutureOfWork #AI #WorkforceTransformation

Are your employees excited or scared of AI? The answer might surprise you. Randstads latest Workmonitor Pulse Survey shows the workforce is ready for the tech leap: 🚀 52% believe AI will lead to a promotion or career growth, not job loss. 📈 We've tracked a 2,000% surge in job postings seeking AI skills since March. The real question isn't if AI changes work, but how fast your organization can enable new skills. Workers expect development, with 37% willing to leave if L&D expectations aren't met. Investing in AI training today is your best strategy for permanent placement retention tomorrow. What's the #1 AI skill you're seeing high demand for right now? #AISkills #FutureofWork #TalentRetention #LearningandDevelopment #Tech #RandstadDigital

Are your employees excited or scared of AI? The answer might surprise you. Randstads latest Workmonitor Pulse Survey shows the workforce is ready for the tech leap: 🚀 52% believe AI will lead to a promotion or career growth, not job loss. 📈 We've tracked a 2,000% surge in job postings seeking AI skills since March. The real question isn't if AI changes work, but how fast your organization can enable new skills. Workers expect development, with 37% willing to leave if L&D expectations aren't met. Investing in AI training today is your best strategy for permanent placement retention tomorrow. What's the #1 AI skill you're seeing high demand for right now? #AISkills #FutureofWork #TalentRetention #LearningandDevelopment #Tech #RandstadDigital

Are your employees excited or scared of AI? The answer might surprise you. Randstads latest Workmonitor Pulse Survey shows the workforce is ready for the tech leap: 🚀 52% believe AI will lead to a promotion or career growth, not job loss. 📈 We've tracked a 2,000% surge in job postings seeking AI skills since March. The real question isn't if AI changes work, but how fast your organization can enable new skills. Workers expect development, with 37% willing to leave if L&D expectations aren't met. Investing in AI training today is your best strategy for permanent placement retention tomorrow. What's the #1 AI skill you're seeing high demand for right now? #AISkills #FutureofWork #TalentRetention #LearningandDevelopment #Tech #RandstadDigital