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Table of Contents

• Introduction

• What’s Changing — Big Picture

• Fastest-Growing Job Roles by 2030

  • 1. Tech & Data Roles

  • 2. Green & Sustainability Roles

  • 3. Core Economy & Front-line Roles

• Jobs Facing Decline

• Skills That Will Make You Attractive to Employers

  • Technical Skills

  • Human Skills That Matter

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Introduction

As you step out into the working world, it’s easy to feel both excited and daunted by the rapid changes reshaping the job market. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 offers a window into where the global labour market is heading — and more importantly, how you can give yourself an edge.

What’s Changing — Big Picture

By 2030, global economic and technological trends are expected to create around 170 million new jobs worldwide, even as 92 million existing jobs are displaced — resulting in a net gain of 78 million jobs.

This isn’t just about robots taking jobs — it’s about work evolving, and new types of roles emerging as industries transform. Some traditional jobs are shrinking (like cashiers and clerical work), while many new opportunities are on the rise.

Fastest-Growing Job Roles by 2030

Here are the key roles that the Word Economic Forum data highlights as growing fastest in demand:

1. Tech & Data Roles

• Big Data Specialists – turning raw data into insights.

• AI & Machine Learning Specialists – building the intelligent systems transforming business.

• Software & Applications Developers – creating digital tools and platforms used everywhere.

• FinTech Engineers – innovating financial tech like digital payments and blockchain.

• Security Management Specialists – protecting data and systems from growing cyber threats.

 2. Green & Sustainability Roles

The push toward clean energy and climate resilience is boosting demand for:

• Environmental Engineers

• Renewable Energy Engineers

• Autonomous & Electric Vehicle Specialists 

3. Core Economy & Front-line Roles

Growth isn’t limited to tech — these essential jobs are expanding due to demographic and economic trends:

• Healthcare professionals (e.g., nursing)

• Education roles (e.g., teachers)

• Skilled trades and logistics (e.g., delivery drivers, construction workers)

Jobs Facing Decline

Some roles are shrinking due to automation and digital tools:

• Cashiers, ticket clerks and administrative assistants.

• Postal service clerks, bank tellers and routine data entry roles.

• Even some traditional creative roles (e.g., graphic designers) are being reshaped by AI.

Skills That Will Make You Attractive to Employers

The report stresses that 44% of the skills jobs require today will change by 2030, meaning your learning won’t stop at graduation. Here’s what employers are looking for:

Technical Skills

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

• Big Data Analytics

• Software Development

• Cyber security

• Cloud Computing and Networks

Human Skills That Matter

Even in a digital world, “people skills” count:

• Critical thinking and problem-solving

• Creativity and adaptability

• Communication and teamwork

• Resilience and lifelong learning mindset

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