In a world in constant evolution, the labor market is poised to undergo a radical transformation by 2030, highlights the Future of Employment Report 2025.
The technologythe climate crisisthe geopolitical tensions and the economic transition are at the center of this metamorphosis, reshaping skills needs and the employment landscape around the world, says the paper in World Economic Forum.
The digital access and advances in artificial intelligence (IA), robotics y renewable energies are positioned as the most powerful drivers of this change. It is expected that these technological innovations not only drive the growth of new jobs, but also the disappearance of others, highlighting a growing demand for skills in AI, big data and cybersecurity, the report reveals.
In addition, the fight against climate change will play a crucial role. With a growing need for renewable energy engineers and specialists in electric vehiclesThe transition to a greener economy is creating job opportunities that did not exist before.
The report also highlights the rising cost of living and the economic slowdown as transformational factors. The demand for skills such as resiliencethe flexibility and the creative thinking will be more important than ever as companies seek to adapt to an uncertain economic environment.
Demographic changes, such as the aging of the population in advanced economies and the growth of the working-age population in lower-income countries, are also reshaping the labor market. This is driving demand for professionals in healthcare and education, key sectors for the future.
Despite the challenges, the report forecasts a net creation of 78 million jobs by 2030, with a significant increase in the technology and education sectors. However, the skills gap remains a major barrier, with the need for the majority of the workforce to train and adapt to new market demands.
The paper highlights that companies are already taking action, prioritizing skills enhancement, inclusion and employee wellbeing to attract and retain talent. The adoption of AI is also on the rise, with clear strategies for integrating this technology effectively into business processes.
The Future of Employment Report 2025 gathered the perspective of more than 1,000 leading global employers, collectively representing more than 14 million workers in 22 industry groups and 55 economies around the world, to examine how these macro trends affect jobs and skills, and the workforce transformation strategies employers plan to undertake in response to them, over the period 2025 to 2030.
Source: World Economic Forum
