Pune: As artificial intelligence (AI) takes over repetitive tasks, Indian professionals and AI are redefining the workplace landscape by moving into roles that require creativity, human skills and judgment, and interpersonal skills.
According to the latest LinkedIn report, Guide to Future-Proofing Your Career, professionals in India are increasingly pivoting to customer-facing and strategic positions.
The LinkedIn report reveals that HR professionals are transitioning into customer support and administrative roles, finance professionals are shifting toward customer support and accounting, while engineers are entering the education sector.
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Beyond these shifts, more professionals are choosing high-value fields such as consulting, business development, real estate, and product management, underscoring a trend toward jobs where human skills and capabilities remain irreplaceable.
LinkedIn Report Highlights Shifts in Careers with AI
Confidence in AI remains strong among Indian professionals. Findings from LinkedIn India’s Workforce Confidence Survey show that 62% of professionals believe AI enhances productivity by accelerating tasks, while 59% are optimistic about AI’s potential impact on their careers.
Across industries including media, HR, engineering, and marketing, AI is increasingly recognized as a supportive tool that enables professionals to focus on strategic, higher-value work.
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LinkedIn Report: Guide to Future-Proofing Your Career
LinkedIn Career Expert and Senior Managing Editor, LinkedIn India News, Nirajita Banerjee, emphasized the importance of balancing human skills with AI. She stated, “Your career isn’t being written by AI, it’s being supported and accelerated by it. The candidates winning today do three simple things: lead with skills, show proof, and use AI to widen their opportunity surface.”
LinkedIn’s AI-driven job search is transforming how Indian professionals and AI collaborate in career building. Users can now describe desired roles in natural language, with LinkedIn’s system providing tailored opportunities aligned with their skills, interests, and goals.
LinkedIn Report: AI-Powered Job Search Reshapes Career Growth
The platform also shared key tips for professionals to navigate AI-driven career changes effectively:
- Volume isn’t your friend: Use LinkedIn’s job match feature to check suitability quickly based on your profile’s skills.
- Focus on skills, not keywords: AI-powered search interprets natural language, helping users find roles by describing them in plain sentences.
- Be clear yet flexible: Explore opportunities aligned with both your experience and potential, even if they’re outside your initial expectations.
- Highlight transferable skills: Customize applications to demonstrate unique value in each role.
- Beware misconceptions about ghost jobs: Verified listings and safety features ensure genuine job opportunities.
