Concerns over artificial intelligence (AI) are emerging as a growing workplace issue in the Philippines, even as Filipino workers remain among the happiest in Asia-Pacific, according to Jobstreet by SEEK’s Workplace Happiness Index: Philippines 2025.
The study found that 41% of Filipino employees are worried about how AI could affect their jobs, pointing to early signs of disruption anxiety as companies roll out more automation and AI tools across workplaces.
This concern exists alongside strong overall sentiment. About 77% of Filipino workers said they are somewhat or extremely happy at work, placing the Philippines second in the region after Indonesia at 82%.
Jobstreet by SEEK surveyed more than 10,500 employed individuals across Asia-Pacific from October to November 2025, including 1,000 Filipino workers aged 18 to 64 nationwide.
Despite high happiness levels, the report highlights growing pressure beneath the surface. Only 41% of respondents said they feel in control of their stress levels, while 38% reported being burnt out or extremely exhausted at work.
Career uncertainty is also becoming more common. Around 55% of Filipino workers said they think about changing careers at least sometimes, reflecting increasing attention to long-term job stability and growth opportunities as AI reshapes roles and tasks.
Even so, employees continue to value meaning in their work. The report found that 77% feel valued at work, while 74% described their jobs as fulfilling, alongside pay and flexibility considerations.
“Jobstreet by SEEK’s latest findings highlight how employee preferences are evolving and how their work environment shapes their overall happiness and sense of purpose,” said Dannah Majarocon, managing director of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines.
The study found that workers who are happy in their roles are nearly twice as likely to go above and beyond for their employers, underscoring how workplace sentiment and emerging AI concerns can directly influence productivity and retention.