AI literacy | Revealed: The must-have skills driving workplace success in 2025

A new LinkedIn report highlights significant shifts in workplace skills, with adaptability and technical expertise emerging as key priorities for employers navigating AI-driven change.

The 2025 LinkedIn Work Change Report reveals that 70% of the skills used in most jobs will change by 2030, with AI playing a major role in reshaping professional requirements. Since 2022, LinkedIn members have added new skills to their profiles at a rate 140% higher than before, reflecting the growing urgency towards upskilling.

While technical proficiency in AI tools is increasingly valued, employers are also prioritizing durable human skills such as communication, leadership, and empathy. This combination is seen as essential to managing complex business challenges effectively.

AI skills becoming essential in new roles

Artificial Intelligence Engineer has become one of the fastest-growing job titles worldwide, ranking first in key markets including the US, UK, and Netherlands. The number of companies hiring for 'Head of AI' roles has tripled in the past five years, with further growth anticipated as AI integration accelerates.