Will AI replace Executive Secretary in Saudi Arabia? The composite AI automation risk score is 75/100 — yes — it faces very high automation exposure. SHIFT Observatory builds the score using the Frey-Osborne automation probability framework, Eloundou LLM exposure data, and Nitaqat regulatory pressure, classifying this occupation as "AI substitution". The score is high because the role sits in Administrative & Support Services, identified as the highest-risk sector by volume, where repetitive cognitive office work is heavily exposed. The job’s 0.8 LLM exposure and high Felten rating align with strong automation pressure, while the 60 Frey-Osborne probability and 75 composite indicate substantial but not total substitution. Executive Secretary in Saudi Arabia earn between SAR 6,000 and SAR 15,000 per month, with a median of SAR 10,000 — all tax-free under Saudi Arabia's 0% personal income tax. Approximately 38,000 workers hold this role nationally, with 60% being Saudi nationals. The role is reserved for Saudi nationals only (expatriates cannot obtain a work permit for this role). Prioritize transition toward coordination, supervision, and client-facing tasks, while building certified digital and AI workflow skills.
This occupation faces very high automation risk. The combination of routine digital tasks, structured decision-making, and limited physical requirements makes it highly susceptible to AI replacement. Workers in this role should actively explore transition pathways.