AI Is Killing White-Collar Jobs First: Tech Hiring Freezes Globally Since 2022, Call Center Jobs 39% Below Trend In US, Goldman Sachs Report Says

What this means for your job search: Expect significantly increased competition and fewer available roles across the tech sector. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional value, adaptability, and proficiency with emerging AI tools to differentiate themselves in a tighter market. Goldman Sachs emphasised that generative AI is hitting white-collar knowledge, creative and tech service jobs hardest, with call center employment 39% below trend in US, 33% in Canada, 27% in Germany, and hiring slowdowns across developed markets since 2022.