28 Jobs on Trial: AI’s Verdict on the Future of Work

Introduction

This ranking is based on current trends in artificial intelligence and automation. It outlines 28 job roles that may be significantly transformed or automated by AI systems (such as the O3 model) in the near future. The list is arranged from those most likely to be automated to those less likely, considering factors such as task repetitiveness, the potential for algorithmic replication, and the level of human creativity or interpersonal skills required.


Ranking of Jobs Likely to Be Automated by AI

No.Job TitleWhy AI Outperforms Humans in this RoleEstimated Time to AutomationProbability (%)
1Data Entry SpecialistAutomates manual entry tasks (e.g., extracting data from invoices, surveys, or forms); AI works 24/7 and reduces human error.3–5 years95%
2TranscriptionistUses advanced speech recognition to convert audio to text quickly and accurately.3–5 years90%
3TelemarketerCan automate scripted sales calls with voice synthesis and dialogue systems, eliminating fatigue and stress.3–5 years90%
4ProofreaderAI systems rapidly detect and correct grammatical, punctuation, and stylistic errors.3–5 years85%
5Call Center OperatorChatbots and IVR systems provide round-the-clock customer service without breaks or fatigue.3–5 years90%
6Email Marketing SpecialistAutomates campaign management, personalizes content at scale, and analyzes marketing performance with high efficiency.3–5 years85%
7Content Marketing SpecialistGenerates content based on data analysis and trends, quickly adapting style and messaging to audience needs.5–7 years80%
8Accounting and Tax SpecialistAutomates accounting processes, financial data entry, and preparation of tax declarations—reducing errors and increasing speed.5–7 years83%
9Administrative and Legal AssistantCombines routine administrative tasks (document management, office organization) with basic legal document analysis to streamline processes.5–10 years73%
10CopywriterAI can generate marketing and advertising texts by analyzing data and trends; however, full creativity and a unique style remain challenging.5–10 years70%
11Language TranslatorMachine translation systems offer rapid translation between multiple languages, with accuracy continually improving.3–5 years85%
12Social Media SpecialistAutomates scheduling, posting, and analysis of social media interactions; AI manages content calendars and can respond in real time.5–10 years65%
13Technical Support SpecialistChatbots and diagnostic systems respond to standard technical queries and quickly identify and resolve user issues.5–7 years75%
14HR Recruitment SpecialistUses automated CV processing and matching algorithms to quickly screen candidates and eliminate biases, speeding up the recruitment process.5–10 years70%
15Customer Service RepresentativeProvides continuous support through automated communication channels (chats, CRM systems), avoiding fatigue and emotional stress.5–7 years75%
16Graphic DesignerAI tools assist in generating graphics and visualizations; however, full creative originality and a distinctive style still remain primarily a human domain.10–15 years50%
17Video EditorAutomates basic editing tasks and visual effects; however, artistic editing and maintaining an individual style still require human judgment.10–15 years45%
18Data AnalystAI rapidly analyzes large datasets, generates reports, and identifies patterns, though comprehensive interpretation often still needs expert insight.10–15 years55%
19Financial AnalystAutomates the processing of financial data, forecasting, and building analytical models, though strategic interpretation of the results remains more complex.10–20 years50%
20JournalistCan generate basic reports and articles from data; however, field research, in-depth analysis, and adherence to journalistic ethics still require human intervention.10–20 years45%
21UX DesignerOptimizes interfaces and user experiences through data analysis, yet complete creative design of interactions continues to rely on human input.10–20 years40%
22Legal Research AssistantAutomates searches of legal databases, document analysis, and the identification of precedents; final interpretation still requires legal expertise.10–20 years40%
23Teacher / EducatorPersonalized learning systems and 24/7 access to educational materials enhance teaching efficiency, but direct human interaction and emotional support are hard to replace.10–20 years35%
24Scientist / ResearcherAutomates literature reviews, statistical analyses, and hypothesis generation; however, comprehensive research still demands creativity and intuition.20–30 years30%
25Software DeveloperAI assists with code generation, automated testing, and refactoring; designing innovative solutions and system architectures continues to rely on human creativity.15–25 years35%
26Project ManagerInvolves coordinating teams, managing risks, and communicating with stakeholders—interpersonal and organizational skills that are very difficult to fully automate.15–25 years30%
27Executive ManagerStrategic decision-making, leadership, and crisis management require experience and intuition that AI cannot fully replicate.20–30 years25%
28Creative Director / StrategistInvolves crafting brand vision, developing innovative strategies, and employing high-level creativity—tasks that are highly subjective and the most challenging to automate.20–30 years20%

Legend

  • No.: The ranking order, with 1 being the most likely to be automated.
  • Job Title: The name of the role or profession.
  • Why AI Outperforms Humans in this Role: Explains the reasons why AI is better suited for the tasks in this role (e.g., automation of repetitive tasks, 24/7 availability, rapid data processing).
  • Estimated Time to Automation: A rough timeframe in which significant automation of the role might occur.
  • Probability (%): An estimated likelihood that the role or its core tasks will be automated by AI.

Conclusion

While AI is advancing rapidly and many routine tasks are becoming automated, it is important to recognize that in most cases AI will augment human capabilities rather than completely replace human roles. Creativity, interpersonal skills, complex decision-making, and ethical considerations remain challenging for AI to replicate. Consequently, many professions are likely to evolve rather than disappear, with humans focusing more on strategic, creative, and interpersonal aspects while AI handles routine and data-intensive tasks.

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Dawid Adach

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For years I've been working as an IT Consultant in countries like Netherlands, Belgium, Poland or India developing enterprise class systems for the biggest companies within domain.

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