Artificial intelligence could turn the traditional corporate career ladder upside down, with fresh graduates potentially taking on work that once required years of experience. The shift could be particularly disruptive for middle managers. Kevin Sneader, who leads Goldman Sachs’ Asia-Pacific business outside Japan, said AI could move management responsibilities closer to the frontline as young employees begin supervising AI agents.
His comments suggest that the impact of AI may go beyond reducing routine work. It could also change who manages, who gets promoted and how employees build experience. Speaking at the Milken Institute Asia Summit in Singapore, Sneader said young employees entering the workforce could find themselves managing AI agents from the beginning of their careers.
