#ai-focused roles

There are conflicting signals about whether AI is creating or destroying jobs, though many companies have blamed the technology for recent cuts.  Analysts and industry experts say the reality is more nuanced: jobs being lost now to AI will likely reappear elsewhere, especially for those with hands-on AI experience. In other words, while AI may be reshaping the labor market, it is not eliminating the need for talent. “We are seeing a shift toward the type of talent employers need and the expectations they have for impact,” said Kye Mitchell, head of Experis US. Though hiring for entry-level jobs is under pressure as AI absorbs more routine work, that doesn’t eliminate opportunity, she said. “It changes the expectations. Employers now expect candidates to come in with hands-on experience, AI familiarity, and the ability to contribute faster.” While reductions in headcount are real, the savings from cutting those jobs will reappear elsewhere in hiring for other roles or tasks, said Deepak