Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.0, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # careernet ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://careernet.in/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [AI hiring shifts to value maxing from token maxing](https://careernet.in/news/ai-hiring-shifts-to-value-maxing-from-token-maxing/) - The AI hiring playbook is changing. Recruiters are moving beyond prompt counts and token usage, seeking candidates who can demonstrate measurable business outcomes as companies shift from AI experimentation to cost-conscious deployment and ROI-driven hiring. - [Forward-deployed engineers are in demand: What is an FDE and how do you become one?](https://careernet.in/news/forward-deployed-engineers-are-in-demand-what-is-an-fde-and-how-do-you-become-one/) - As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, the demand for Forward-Deployed Engineers (FDEs) is growing rapidly. - [Why India Inc’s AI Rollout Is Outrunning Its Own Workforce](https://careernet.in/news/why-india-incs-ai-rollout-is-outrunning-its-own-workforce/) - As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, workforce readiness continues to lag behind, highlighting the need to redesign roles, workflows, and governance alongside technology deployment. - [Data shows India Inc. is hiring CXOs for missions, not positions](https://careernet.in/news/data-shows-india-inc-is-hiring-cxos-for-missions-not-positions/) - India Inc. is increasingly shifting toward mission-based executive hiring, deploying interim and independent CXOs to deliver strategic business outcomes rather than simply filling leadership vacancies. - [From zero to one: How an employee communications leader built its SaaS engineering GCC in India](https://careernet.in/case-studies/from-zero-to-one-how-a-global-digital-signage-gcc-built-its-saas-engineering-hub-in-india/) - Most companies entering India’s engineering market move too fast and hire the wrong talent, or move too carefully and lose momentum. - [64-year-old intern sparks debate: Should India rethink retirement after 60?](https://careernet.in/news/64-year-old-intern-sparks-debate-should-india-rethink-retirement-after-60/) - As India rethinks the future of work, conversations around retirement are shifting toward how organizations can better leverage experienced professionals in an evolving knowledge economy. - [AI boom sparks rush for engineers who can speak both code and business](https://careernet.in/news/ai-boom-sparks-rush-for-engineers-who-can-speak-both-code-and-business/) - As enterprises and Global Capability Centers (GCCs) accelerate AI adoption, demand is growing for a new generation of engineers who can bridge technical expertise with business outcomes. - [Women’s participation in flexi IT roles reaches 40 pc in FY26: Careernet Report](https://careernet.in/news/womens-participation-in-flexi-it-roles-reaches-40-pc-in-fy26-report/) - Women’s participation in flexi IT roles has climbed to 40% in FY26, up from ~30% in FY22, according to our data, signalling a shift toward core business functions such as finance and analytics. - [Silicon Valley’s lure is fading for India’s tech talent](https://careernet.in/news/silicon-valleys-lure-is-fading-for-indias-tech-talent/) - As India's technology ecosystem continues to mature, professionals are increasingly evaluating opportunities closer to home amid changing dynamics in global technology markets. - [AI startups fuel talent war as hiring surges across India](https://careernet.in/news/ai-startups-fuel-talent-war-as-hiring-surges-across-india/) - India’s AI startup ecosystem is witnessing a hiring surge, significantly outpacing the broader technology sector as enterprises move from AI experimentation to large-scale deployment. - [Report: 57k cybersecurity pros switch jobs annually](https://careernet.in/news/report-57k-cybersecurity-pros-switch-jobs-annually/) - India’s cybersecurity talent shortage continues to deepen as organizations struggle to fill critical roles in emerging security domains. - [Architects of Great Talent | The Road Less Chosen: Building a Career in Core Engineering | Pravin Kumar (ABB)](https://careernet.in/podcasts/architects-of-great-talent-the-road-less-chosen-building-a-career-in-core-engineering-pravin-kumar-abb/) - Should every engineer be coding? Pravin Kumar of ABB shares insights on core engineering careers, talent development, and the future of industrial automation. - [IT hiring falls to 28-month low, but demand for AI talent remains strong](https://careernet.in/news/it-hiring-falls-to-28-month-low-but-demand-for-ai-talent-remains-strong/) - India's cybersecurity talent gap continues to widen as demand for specialized skills outpaces available talent. - [As firms go AI-native, scrutiny grows over AI-linked job cuts](https://careernet.in/news/as-firms-go-ai-native-scrutiny-grows-over-ai-linked-job-cuts/) - As organizations accelerate their AI transformation journeys, scrutiny is growing around the role AI plays in workforce restructuring and job reductions. - [India’s cybersecurity talent gap grows as skills prove hard to find](https://careernet.in/news/indias-cybersecurity-talent-gap-grows-as-skills-prove-hard-to-find/) - India’s cybersecurity talent gap continues to widen as demand for specialized skills outpaces available talent. - [Companies lap up creators as they trade side hustles for pay slips](https://careernet.in/news/companies-lap-up-creators-as-they-trade-side-hustles-for-pay-slips/) - As companies increasingly build in-house content capabilities to keep pace with the speed of social media and AI-driven content creation, demand is rising for creator-focused roles across marketing, content, and community functions. - [Indian tech jobs hit 28-month low, H-1B techies returning back make job market tougher](https://careernet.in/news/indian-tech-jobs-hit-28-month-low-h1b-techies-returning-back-make-job-market-tougher/) - India’s technology job market has fallen to a 28-month low, with hiring activity slowing amid AI-driven productivity gains, global uncertainty, and an expanding talent pool. - [India’s Semiconductor Design GCC Talent Ecosystem: CY Q1 2026](https://careernet.in/reports/indias-semiconductor-design-gcc-talent-ecosystem-cy-q1-2026/) - How is India’s semiconductor design GCC talent ecosystem shaping up in CY Q1 2026? This report offers an overview of India’s semiconductor design GCC talent - [India’s Cybersecurity Talent Outlook 2026](https://careernet.in/reports/india-cybersecurity-talent-outlook-2026/) - Cybersecurity has evolved from a technology function to a board-level business priority, driven by rising threat volumes, expanding digital ecosystems, and regulatory pressure. - [Indian IT giants hit by AI, but GCCs are stepping in to compensate for lost jobs](https://careernet.in/news/indian-it-giants-hit-by-ai-but-gccs-are-stepping-in-to-compensate-for-lost-jobs/) - As AI-led disruption reshapes India's IT services industry, GCCs are emerging as a key growth engine for technology talent, particularly across AI engineering, data science, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and product development. - [How a leading healthcare tech company established its India center and scaled early-stage hiring](https://careernet.in/case-studies/how-a-leading-healthcare-tech-company-established-its-india-center-and-scaled-early-stage-hiring/) - When one of America’s leading healthcare technology companies decided to establish its India GCC, we became the talent partner to turn its vision into reality. - [AI is Compressing White-Collar Jobs, But It’s Not Too Late Yet](https://careernet.in/news/ai-is-compressing-white-collar-jobs-but-its-not-too-late-yet/) - As AI continues to reshape the future of work, a new Microsoft study has identified 40 job roles - [Small scale GCCs drive hiring momentum in India’s semiconductor design talent market: Careernet report](https://careernet.in/news/small-scale-gccs-drive-hiring-momentum-in-indias-semiconductor-design-talent-market-careernet-report/) - India’s semiconductor design talent market is witnessing strong momentum from small-scale GCCs, with centers employing fewer than 5,000 professionals emerging as key hiring drivers, according to our latest report - [Rewriting the GCC Playbook: India’s Shift from Delivery Engine to Enterprise Core](https://careernet.in/news/rewriting-the-gcc-playbook-indias-shift-from-delivery-engine-to-enterprise-core/) - India’s GCC ecosystem is undergoing a strategic transformation — from being viewed primarily as a cost and delivery hub to becoming an integral part of global enterprise decision-making and innovation. - [Women hiring in India stable with 33% share in placements: Report](https://careernet.in/news/women-hiring-in-india-stable-with-33-share-in-placements-report/) - Women accounted for nearly one in three placements in CY2025, with hiring remaining stable at 33%, according to our data. - [AI Boom is Reshaping Jobs Market, but Some Roles are More Equal Than Others](https://careernet.in/news/ai-boom-is-reshaping-jobs-market-but-some-roles-are-more-equal-than-others/) - The rapid rise of AI is fundamentally reshaping the job market, creating new roles while transforming existing ones at an unprecedented pace - [Women’s participation in flexi IT roles reaches 40 pc in FY26: Report](https://careernet.in/news/womens-participation-in-flexi-it-roles-reaches-40-pc-in-fy26/) - Women are steadily reshaping India’s flexi IT workforce, with participation rising to 40% in FY26 from ~30% in FY22, according to Careernet data. - [India’s talent glut deepens; applications per tech role jump up to 2x post layoffs](https://careernet.in/news/india-talent-glut-deepens-applications-per-tech-role-jump-up-to-2x-post-layoffs/) - Data from TeamLease Digital also indicates that post major layoffs, applications for every role have gone up by 1.5-2x across several mid-to-senior tech roles, particularly in product & program management roles - [Oracle layoffs spark hiring across Oracle ecosystem roles; rivals move to absorb talent](https://careernet.in/news/oracle-layoffs-spark-hiring-across-oracle-ecosystem-roles-rivals-move-to-absorb-talent/) - As global tech firms continue to trim headcount, India's hiring market is heating up, with companies racing to snap up displaced talent before the window closes. - [Caught in the notice period trap: When waiting means losing your next job](https://careernet.in/news/caught-in-the-notice-period-trap-when-waiting-means-losing-your-next-job/) - Amid evolving hiring dynamics, prolonged notice periods are emerging as a key bottleneck in India’s talent market. - [Amid IT services slowdown, India’s tech talent increasingly turns to GCCs](https://careernet.in/news/amid-it-services-slowdown-indias-tech-talent-increasingly-turns-to-gccs/) - Amid AI-led disruptions, hiring recalibrations and onboarding delays across the IT services sector, many technology professionals in India are turning to GCCs, viewing them as a pathway to more stable, product-led and innovation-focused careers. - [India’s Semiconductor Design GCC Talent Ecosystem – CY 2025](https://careernet.in/reports/india-semiconductor-design-gcc-talent-ecosystem-cy/) - This report offers an overview of India’s semiconductor design GCC talent landscape, with a deep dive into active roles across the top 50 semiconductor design GCCs. - [AI edge on EMI—India’s skilling loans soar for a career push](https://careernet.in/news/ai-edge-on-emi-indias-skilling-loans-soar-for-a-career-push/) - Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a career differentiator in India, and increasingly, a financed one. - [Hiring slumps for semiconductor design GCCs before Q4 uptick: Report](https://careernet.in/news/hiring-slumps-for-semiconductor-design-gccs-before-q4-uptick-report/) - India's semiconductor design Global Capability Centres (GCCs) went through a corrective phase in calendar year 2025 - [Semiconductor design GCC hiring slumps in 2025, Q4 sees uptick: Report](https://careernet.in/news/semiconductor-design-gcc-hiring-slumps-in-2025-q4-sees-uptick-report/) - India’s semiconductor design global capability centres (GCCs) saw a prolonged hiring slowdown through mid-year, followed by a cautious recovery in the December quarter. - [How Gen Z is questioning age-old practices in the workplace](https://careernet.in/news/how-gen-z-is-questioning-age-old-practices-in-the-workplace/) - For decades, Indian work­places ran on an unspoken bar­gain: show up, stay loyal, wait your turn and suc­cess will fol­low. - [Hiring Strategies: GCCs look beyond immediate roles to build future-ready talent](https://careernet.in/news/hiring-strategies-gccs-look-beyond-immediate-roles-to-build-future-ready-talent/) - Global capability centers (GCCs) don't hire the way most companies do. When a GCC brings on an engineer or data scientist, the decision rarely starts with a project deadline or client contract. - [How Blue Yonder scaled fresher hiring in India through a digital-first talent model](https://careernet.in/case-studies/how-blue-yonder-scaled-fresher-hiring-in-india-through-a-digital-first-talent-model/) - When Blue Yonder, a global leader in digital supply chain transformation set out to expand its India capability footprint, we partnered with them as the strategic hiring enabler for this growth phase. - [How India Inc employers are reading Union Budget 2026’s long-term growth bet](https://careernet.in/news/how-india-inc-employers-are-reading-union-budget-2026s-long-term-growth-bet/) - The Union Budget 2026 has landed with a clear signal to India Inc: the next phase of growth will be slower to headline, harder to execute, and far more structural in intent. - [Building India’s Green Workforce: Bridging the Green Skills Gap](https://careernet.in/blog/building-indias-green-workforce/) - [India SaaS hiring turns selective in FY26](https://careernet.in/news/india-saas-hiring-turns-selective-in-fy26/) - India’s SaaS sector continues hiring in FY26 with selective, function-focused roles. Chennai leads talent share, followed by Bengaluru and Delhi NCR. - [Chennai, Bengaluru lead India’s SaaS talent demand in H1 FY2026; hiring eases in Q2: Report](https://careernet.in/news/chennai-bengaluru-lead-indias-saas-talent-demand-in-h1-fy2026-hiring-eases-in-q2-report/) - The top 100 SaaS companies saw a 4% quarter-on-quarter decline in open roles in April-September 2025, driven mainly by a 30% drop in hiring among small firms, a new Careernet study has revealed. - [India’s SaaS Talent Ecosystem (H1 FY2026)](https://careernet.in/reports/indias-saas-talent-ecosystem-h1-fy2026/) - Our latest report examines talent demand across India’s SaaS sector, with a focus on open roles within Series A+ SaaS companies. - [The hidden dividend of FTAs: How talent and startups are becoming India’s fastest-growing exports](https://careernet.in/news/the-hidden-dividend-of-ftas-how-talent-and-startups-are-becoming-indias-fastest-growing-exports/) - Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have traditionally been seen as tools to reduce tariffs, expand market access, and boost trade volumes. But in today’s knowledge-driven global economy, they are unlocking something bigger - [Investment banking tops pay scale within BFSI GCCs](https://careernet.in/news/investment-banking-tops-pay-scale-within-bfsi-gccs/) - Investment banking global capability centres (GCCs) offer the highest salaries within the BFSI GCC landscape across most technology and data roles in India, ahead of retail and commercial banking, financial services, and insurance. - [BFSI GCCs in India: Salary Benchmark and Market Trends Report (FY 2025–26)](https://careernet.in/reports/bfsi-gccs-in-india-salary-benchmark-and-market-trends/) - India’s BFSI sector continues to be a strong talent hub, driven by digital transformation, fintech innovation, and evolving regulations. - [A global leader in AI document automation sets up their world-class R&D centre in India](https://careernet.in/case-studies/a-global-leader-in-ai-document-automation-sets-up-their-world-class-rd-centre-in-india/) - A global AI document automation provider partnered with us to build a world-class R&D centre in India, driving innovation through scalable tech hiring. - [Architects of Great Talent | Does Your First Job Define Your Career? | Nidhi Sharma (AQR Capital Management)](https://careernet.in/podcasts/architects-of-great-talent-does-your-first-job-define-your-career-nidhi-sharma-aqr-capital-management/) - Can your first job shape your career trajectory? Nidhi Sharma, MD and India Head of HR at AQR, shares insights, strategies, and early career advice. - [1 in 4 GCC Roles to Turn Contractual by 2026](https://careernet.in/news/1-in-4-gcc-roles-to-turn-contractual-by-2026/) - Flexible staffing or contractual staffing is fast taking root as a key strategy for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), according to a report by hiring firm Careernet. Adoption in GCCs climbed from 18% in 2024 to 22% in 2025, and is projected to hit 25% by 2026, meaning one in four roles could be contractual in - [Semiconductor Design GCC Talent Demand Analysis Report: Q1 FY 2026](https://careernet.in/reports/semiconductor-design-gcc-talent-demand-analysis-report-q1-fy-2026/) - Our latest report on India’s Semiconductor Design GCCs provides a sharper lens on talent shifts in this strategically vital sector - [Hiring in semiconductor design GCCs shifting from high-volume to specialised roles: Report](https://careernet.in/news/hiring-in-semiconductor-design-gccs-shifting-from-high-volume-to-specialised-roles-report/) - Semiconductor design global capability centres (GCCs) in India are changing their hiring approach as job posting data during the first quarter of this financial year showed a demand for more specialised, high-value roles instead of large-scale recruitment, according to a report. While the overall hiring volume across the top 50 semiconductor design GCCs dropped by - [Ban leaves online gaming employees in lurch](https://careernet.in/news/ban-leaves-online-gaming-employees-in-lurch/) - Resumes of employees working with gaming firms have flooded the job market after a sudden ban on online money games have left scores of salaried people stranded with uncertainty. After Parliament cleared the Online Gaming Bill last week, companies having real money gaming (RMG) businesses such as Dream11, Zupee and Gameskraft wound down RMG ops, - [What helped a global GRC SaaS leader successfully build and scale its technology centre in India](https://careernet.in/case-studies/what-helped-a-global-grc-saas-leader-successfully-build-and-scale-its-technology-centre-in-india/) - What does it take to scale a tech team at speed in a new market? Discover how Careernet helped a global GRC SaaS leader hire 110 professionals in just 8 months. - [Startups trim team size to woo investors](https://careernet.in/news/startups-trim-team-size-to-woo-investors/) - The less, the merrier - that's the mantra in the startup and venture capital space, where there's an increasing shift towards building smaller teams. More investors are now also considering the size of a startup's team while weighing potential funding - it is not a big determining factor yet, but at least it is a - [FinCrime Talent Pulse: India’s Workforce Trends | H1 CY2025](https://careernet.in/reports/fincrime-talent-pulse-indias-workforce-trends/) - Careernet’s latest report analyses the active FinCrime talent pool in India by key functional roles, industries, and experience levels. - [India’s BFSI sector sees hiring boom in fraud, KYC and compliance roles](https://careernet.in/news/indias-bfsi-sector-sees-hiring-boom-in-fraud-kyc-and-compliance-roles/) - As financial regulations tighten globally, India’s banking and financial services (BFSI) sector is witnessing a steady rise in demand for professionals in financial crime (FinCrime) roles. - [More jobs and savings for Indian professionals in UK](https://careernet.in/news/more-jobs-and-savings-for-indian-professionals-in-uk/) - The India-UK free trade agreement is going to ease norms for Indian professionals in the UK and spur job growth. - [One-third of India’s active FinCrime talent pool is based in Bengaluru: Report](https://careernet.in/news/one-third-of-indias-active-fincrime-talent-pool-is-based-in-bengaluru-report/) - Careernet report finds Bengaluru holds 32% of India's FinCrime talent, with strong presence in KYC, fraud control, and compliance across major sectors. - [Careernet steps into the Middle East; Appoints Asif Khan to lead from UAE office](https://careernet.in/news/careernet-steps-into-the-middle-east-appoints-asif-khan-to-lead-from-uae-office/) - Careernet enters the Middle East market and appoints Asif Khan as AVP to lead regional operations from the Dubai office. - [Geopolitical uncertainties affect job openings in semiconductor design GCCs in FY25: Report](https://careernet.in/news/geopolitical-uncertainties-affect-job-openings-in-semiconductor-design-gcc-in-fy25-report/) - India’s semiconductor design GCCs saw a 15% drop in FY25 job openings due to geopolitical issues, but demand for VLSI, RF, and embedded skills remains strong. - [UAE jobs: Some Indian professionals earn up to Dh45,000 salary in these careers](https://careernet.in/news/uae-jobs-some-indian-professionals-earn-up-to-dh45000-salary-in-these-careers/) - Indian professionals in AI, digital, and tech roles are earning 2–3x more in the UAE, with salaries up to Dh45K and added tax savings, says Careernet CEO. - [Flexi Staffing Trends in India’s IT/ITES Sector: Opportunities and Outlook](https://careernet.in/reports/india-it-ites-flexi-workforce-to-reach-900k-by-2030/) - Careernet’s report reveals how flexi staffing is reshaping India’s IT/ITeS sector, with flexi roles set to reach 900,000 by 2030. Explore key trends and insights. - [AI and Ambition: The India-Middle East Talent Story](https://careernet.in/news/ai-and-ambition-the-india-middle-east-talent-story/) - The India-Middle East corridor is rapidly transforming, evolving from a traditional blue-collar labour exchange into a dynamic hub for the knowledge and tech economy. - [Architects of Great Talent | The Code to Crack Job Interviews with Priyadarshini Prabhu | Moss Adams India (now Baker Tilly)](https://careernet.in/podcasts/the-code-to-crack-job-interviews-with-priyadarshini-prabhu/) - Hear Priyadarshini Prabhu from Moss Adams India (now Baker Tilly) share interview tips for candidates and insights on how recruiters find top talent. - [Rising cost of living setting off paycheck chase](https://careernet.in/news/rising-cost-of-living-setting-off-paycheck-chase/) - Amid the galloping cost of living, urban professionals are caught in a dilemma — to either stay back in their current jobs or move on. - [Beyond the metros: Startups find scale and talent in India’s smaller cities](https://careernet.in/news/beyond-the-metros-startups-find-scale-and-talent-in-indias-smaller-cities/) - India’s smaller (Tier-2 and Tier-3) cities are driving a hiring boom, especially in the IT sector, where recruitment surged by 53% year-on-year in June 2025 - [As global uncertainties rise, how hiring has hit the slow lane](https://careernet.in/news/as-global-uncertainties-rise-how-hiring-has-hit-the-slow-lane/) - Job moves dip as firms pause hiring amid geopolitical shifts, focusing on leadership roles over junior to mid-level hiring in uncertain times. - [Semiconductor Design GCC Talent Demand Analysis Report: FY 2024-25](https://careernet.in/reports/semiconductor-design-gcc-talent-demand-trends-report-q4-fy-2024-25/) - Explore Q4 FY 2024-25 trends in India’s Semiconductor Design GCCs. Discover demand for VLSI, embedded systems & AI skills, and hiring projections till 2026. - [As job freeze grips India, mid-level managers feel the chill](https://careernet.in/news/as-job-freeze-grips-india-mid-level-managers-feel-the-chill/) - From boardrooms to back offices, India Inc. is hitting the brakes on hiring. This time, it’s not just about IT— mid-level managers are feeling the freeze, while top roles remain the only sure bet. The crisis in the Middle East, poor visibility and business realignment as companies measure the impact of artificial intelligence have caused - [India’s IT/ITes sector flexi workforce to reach 900K by 2030: Careernet](https://careernet.in/news/indias-it-ites-sector-flexi-workforce-to-reach-900k-by-2030-careernet/) - With India's IT and ITeS sector embracing flexible staffing as a core workforce strategy, a report on Wednesday revealed that the gig economy, which is growing at 15 per cent annually, will touch 9 lakh professionals by 2030. Currently, India's IT/ITeS sector employs 3,90,000 flexi workforce, accounting for around 7 per cent of the total - [Careernet Group expands to the Middle Eastern market](https://careernet.in/news/careernet-group-expands-to-the-middle-eastern-market/) - Careernet expands to the Middle East with a Dubai base, appointing Asif Khan as AVP to deliver talent solutions across tech, digital, and emerging sectors. - [How to build companies that last when their employees don’t](https://careernet.in/news/how-to-build-companies-that-last-when-their-employees-dont/) - Learn how firms like L&T and Careernet adapt to job-hopping trends by engaging young talent and rethinking performance and retention strategies. - [Employees hold tight to jobs as mounting economic jitters shake up hiring](https://careernet.in/news/employees-hold-tight-to-jobs-as-mounting-economic-jitters-shake-up-hiring/) - Economic concerns and tech layoffs push professionals to stay put, with companies like Meta and Google scaling back hiring and candidate retention improving. - [Present hiring outlook in India and the future of work](https://careernet.in/reports/present-hiring-outlook-in-india-and-the-future-of-work/) - A few months into 2021 got us thinking about the hiring outlook of employers in India. We did a study to gather market insights about the hiring trends and the evolving work model. The study witnessed participation from over 80 leaders in Human Resources and Talent Acquisition, and more than 1,600 employees from different organisations. - [Job crunch, climate of uncertainty push Indian students in the US to explore multiple options](https://careernet.in/news/job-crunch-climate-of-uncertainty-push-indian-students-in-the-us-to-explore-multiple-options/) - With job crunch and tougher visa rules, Indian students in the US are exploring ways to stay longer and boost job prospects amid growing uncertainty. - [The Landscape Of Active Talent Pool With In-demand Ops Skills In BFS GCCs In India](https://careernet.in/reports/the-landscape-of-active-talent-pool-with-in-demand-ops-skills-in-bfs-gccs-in-india/) - Explore Careernet’s report on active Ops talent in India’s BFS GCCs—skills demand, city trends, mobility, and diversity insights from 75K+ pros. - [The future of workplace: Takeaways from India Today HR Insights conclave](https://careernet.in/news/india-today-hr-insights-a-new-hr-handbook/) - At India Today HR Insights, experts shared actionable strategies on adapting to Gen Z needs and embracing Artificial Intelligence to future-proof workplaces. Post Covid, the world of work changed dramatically. Employees started expecting more from what they do, seeking growth, flexibility and work-life balance, not just a job that paid the bills. It required organisations - [Women placement increased 6% point to 32% in last six years: Report](https://careernet.in/news/women-placement-increased-6-point-to-32-in-last-six-years-report/) - Careernet reports a 6% rise in women’s placements, reaching 32% in six years. BFSI GCCs, startups, and Tier-II cities show strong growth in female hiring. - [Off-campus hiring program](https://careernet.in/case-studies/off-campus-hiring-program/) - A multinational Engineering & Electronics company. Features amongst the largest supplier of automotive components across the globe.... Our client, one of the leading automotive suppliers in the world, was looking to hire talent for core engineering functions. We built a scalable RPO model which could support the process from sourcing to onboarding of 100 – - [Careernet helped a US tech MNC hire 26 Techies in six months](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-helped-a-us-tech-mnc-hire-26-techies-in-6-months/) - Our client, an American multinational company, headquartered in San Jose, California, and incorporated in Delaware, builds, and offers computer software across the globe. The company needed tech professionals with niche skillsets for their development centre in Bangalore to cater to their increasing customer base in India. They were looking for niche talent in tech in - [Careernet helped a US-based SaaS unicorn hire techies for domain-specific roles](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-helped-a-us-based-saas-unicorn-hire-techies-for-domain-specific-roles/) - Our client, a promisingly growing American SAAS provider stepped into the Indian marketplace in 2018. The company wanted to increase their reach in India to find the right customers for their patented cloud-based AI solutions. Discovering the best talent in tech for their offices across the most popular IT hubs of India was sort of - [Careernet finds the foundational team in India for a US-based data services start-up](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-finds-the-foundational-team-in-india-for-a-us-based-data-services-start-up/) - India is one of the world’s most progressive nations with a diverse talent landscape. According to World Banks’ ease of doing business ranking, India has moved up 14 places to be at the 63rdbposition among 190 nations in 2019. The Indian talent marketplace has an immense potential that has attracted well-established as well as new - [LONGHOUSE finds a global tech leader as the CEO for India’s leading stock broking company](https://careernet.in/case-studies/longhouse-finds-a-global-tech-leader-as-the-ceo-for-indias-leading-stock-broking-company/) - A cross-border search to find the CEO for India’s leading stock broking firm A leading retail broking firm in India, now a fintech company, was looking to enhance their client experience through tech innovation. To implement this, they decided to appoint someone with extensive experience in technical leadership as the CEO. We successfully processed 120 - [LONGHOUSE finds a global leader as the head of strategy for asia’s leading e-commerce company](https://careernet.in/case-studies/longhouse-finds-a-global-leader-as-the-head-of-strategy-for-asias-leading-e-commerce-company/) - Asia’s leading e-commerce company finds their head of strategy One of the top 5 global e-commerce companies wanted to drive business growth while tackling global competition in the market as it was nearing Initial Public Offering (IPO). To make this work, they wanted to hire someone with strong business acumen and core experience in - [Our targeted search helped a leading American retail MNC hire a person with disability for its HR operations](https://careernet.in/case-studies/our-targeted-search-helped-a-leading-american-retail-mnc-hire-a-person-with-disability-for-its-hr-operations/) - A leading American multinational retail corporation, headquartered in the U.S., approached us to find someone from the diverse community for the role of Associate Analyst - HR Operations. We screened eligible profiles from across India within two weeks’ time and the entire hiring process was complete within a month. - [LONGHOUSE finds a supply chain leader for asia’s leading e-commerce company through cross-border search](https://careernet.in/case-studies/longhouse-finds-a-supply-chain-leader-for-asias-leading-e-commerce-company-with-its-cross-border-search/) - Our client, one of India’s leading digital commerce entities, was faced with millions of group consumers after two significant acquisitions. To manage them, the company decided to hire someone with deep domain expertise, executive presence, and leadership gravitas as the Head of Supply Chain. We identified top 10 global FMCG companies, e-commerce, consumer durables and - [Careernet Prism Helps a London-based Multinational Media Conglomerate Find the Best Diverse Talent for its Tech Operations](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-prism-helps-a-london-based-multinational-media-conglomerate/) - A world-renowned, London-based business information services provider was looking for a suitable candidate for the Automation Developer position from the diverse community. They approached us to screen eligible profiles from across India within two weeks, and the entire hiring process was complete in just a month. - [Careernet provides seamless TA operations support to a globally leading US tech MNC](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-provides-seamless-ta-operations-support-to-a-globally-leading-us-tech-mnc/) - Our client, an American multinational technology corporation, has been driving the digital transformation of start-ups, businesses, and government agencies in India by providing global cloud services. They hired 2,000 to 3,000 resources per year in India and wanted to increase the numbers exponentially. To this effect, they were looking for a single partner who could: - [Ultimate flexibility in talent acquisition: The key to sustainable growth](https://careernet.in/blog/ultimate-flexibility-in-talent-acquisition-the-key-to-sustainable-growth/) - Manpower is the greatest power for the success of a business. So it is safe to conclude that talent acquisition (TA) becomes a critical function of an organisation. TA teams are responsible for sourcing and hiring the best candidates for your organisation. However, the role of a TA professional has become difficult due to factors - [Careernet Goes International: Supporting a Global Internet Giant with Hiring Software Professionals in the US](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-supporting-a-global-internet-giant-with-hiring-software-professionals-in-the-us/) - Our client, a global internet giant with business operations ranging from e-commerce to data centers, digital content to publishing, and hi-tech to consumer electronics, was founded in the mid-90s as an online bookstore. Careernet has been working with the client’s India office to recruit high-end tech talent successfully for over a few years. They recommended - [How to reduce recruitment cost with Careernet Flexistints](https://careernet.in/infographics/how-to-reduce-recruitment-cost-with-careernet-flexistints-2/) - Cut hiring expenses while accessing top talent with Careernet Flexistints. Discover cost-effective recruitment strategies in our infographic! - [How fostering diversity can elevate your employer brand and empower society](https://careernet.in/infographics/how-fostering-diversity-can-elevate-your-employer-brand-and-empower-society/) - Discover how fostering workplace diversity enhances your employer brand and drives social impact. Check out the infographic for key insights! - [How to optimise the remote worker experience](https://careernet.in/infographics/how-to-optimise-the-remote-worker-experience-2/) - Improve remote work efficiency and employee satisfaction with proven strategies. Explore the infographic for actionable insights! - [6 effective strategies to reduce recruitment costs for your start-up](https://careernet.in/infographics/six-effective-strategies-to-reduce-recruitment-costs-for-your-start-up/) - Discover 6 effective ways to reduce hiring costs while attracting top talent for your startup. Check out the infographic for smart recruitment tips! - [Renewable energy to offer large-scale employment in India](https://careernet.in/infographics/is-renewable-energy-leading-the-charge/) - Discover how India's renewable energy sector is creating vast employment opportunities and shaping the future workforce. Read more in our report! - [5 Effective ways of fostering a culture of belonging in the hybrid workplace](https://careernet.in/infographics/five-effective-ways-of-fostering-a-culture-of-belonging-in-the-hybrid-workplace/) - Create an inclusive hybrid workplace with these 5 effective strategies to foster a culture of belonging. Check out the infographic for insights! - [5 steps to hiring and promoting strong leaders](https://careernet.in/infographics/5-steps-to-hiring-and-promoting-strong-leaders-1/) - Discover the essential steps to hire and promote strong leaders who inspire growth and success. View the infographic for expert strategies! - [Top 8 benefits of hiring via professional staffing companies](https://careernet.in/infographics/top-eight-benefits-of-hiring-via-professional-staffing-companies/) - Discover the top benefits of hiring via professional staffing companies, from talent access to cost savings. Check out the infographic now! - [Hiring slowdown: Regulatory curbs, feeble festive season hit job growth](https://careernet.in/news/hiring-slowdown-regulatory-crackdowns-and-weak-festive-season-dampen-job-growth/) - Job growth slows as regulatory restrictions and a weak festive season affect hiring trends. Get the latest industry insights in this news update. - [Careernet Group expands to the U.S., appoints Sunil Chaudhary as Partner, Longhouse, the company’s executive search arm](https://careernet.in/news/careernet-group-expands-to-the-us-appoints-sunil-chaudhary-as-partner-longhouse-the-companys-executive-search-arm/) - Talent solutions provider Careernet is expanding into the US market, the firm announced in a statement on Wednesday. To lead this expansion, Careernet has appointed Sunil Chaudhary as Partner, Longhouse, the executive search arm of the group. He has been an integral part of the early team and worked closely with the founders. Chaudhary will - [Companies battle high churn with commitment clauses for junior staff](https://careernet.in/news/firms-including-service-bonds-in-contracts-for-commitment-phobic-junior-staff/) - Indian companies worried over junior employees quitting within a year of joining are devising ways to secure their commitment for longer, ensuring their efforts in training freshers do not go to waste. To stem the attrition of entry-level staff, several companies are weaving in bonds by another name in the employment contracts. These agreements specify - [Leveraging AI to optimise recruitment process emerges topmost talent priority for 2025: Report](https://careernet.in/news/leveraging-ai-to-optimise-recruitment-process-emerges-topmost-talent-priority-for-2025-report/) - Leveraging AI to optimise recruitment processes has emerged as the topmost talent priority for 2025, a Careernet report says. Other primary talent priorities for human resources and talent acquisition professionals in 2025 are strengthening employer branding to attract top talent and driving impactful diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, according to the 'Talent Priorities Outlook 2025' - [‘Talent Priorities Outlook 2025’ Report: Key Insights for HR and TA Professionals](https://careernet.in/reports/future-ready-talent-strategies-insights-for-2025/) - Careernet’s ‘Talent Priorities Outlook 2025’ report provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving priorities for HR and Talent Acquisition (TA) professionals as they gear up for 2025. With insights from over 800 industry professionals across sectors like technology, consulting, retail, and BFSI, the report highlights crucial trends, including AI-driven recruitment, employer branding, DEI initiatives, and - [India’s Semiconductor Design GCC Talent Demand Analysis: Q3 FY2024-25](https://careernet.in/reports/semiconductor-design-gcc-talent-ecosystem-powering-the-future-of-innovation/) - The quarterly report on job trends in Semiconductor Design GCCs (Global Capability Centres) in India explores the evolving dynamics of the sector, highlighting a 12% decline in open requisitions from Q1 to Q3 FY2025. This shift reflects changing market conditions and evolving talent demand. Focusing on 70 large, midsize, and startup semiconductor design GCCs, Careernet’s - [Indian semiconductor design sector sees a decline in hiring](https://careernet.in/news/indian-semiconductor-design-sector-in-hiring/) - The talent demand within the semiconductor design sector is seeing a decline with job positions dropping by 12% in Q3 compared to Q1 FY2025, according to a report by Careernet, a talent solutions provider. Careernet released its quarterly report on the jobs trend in Semiconductor Design GCCs (Global Capability Centres) in India according to which - [Top career trends in BFSI: Exploring opportunities in 2025 and beyond](https://careernet.in/news/top-career-trends-in-bfsi-exploring-opportunities-in-2025-and-beyond/) - Over the last 10–15 years, GCCs have sprawled across the country, with a notable contribution to India's economy and establishing it as a significant contributor to the global economy. The centres, once perceived to be back offices, have now emerged to be essential for innovation, operations, and digital transformation for multinational companies. The BFSI sector - [15 smart ways to retain talent](https://careernet.in/infographics/15-smart-ways-to-retain-talent/) - [Scalability in RPO: Partnering with qualified recruiter for business growth](https://careernet.in/blog/scalability-in-rpo-partnering-with-qualified-recruiter-for-business-growth/) - In today’s fast-paced yet talent-starved business environment, organisations face continuous pressure to grow and adapt. One of the most critical components of this growth is talent acquisition. As organisations scale, the need for a robust recruitment strategy becomes imperative. After all, it is a high-performance team that drives organisational success. And although it appears that - [Cybersecurity in HR: Safeguarding sensitive employee data in the age of technology](https://careernet.in/blog/cybersecurity-in-hr-safeguarding-sensitive-employee-data-in-the-age-of-technology/) - [What Internal Comms can do for employer branding when candidates sit at home?](https://careernet.in/blog/what-internal-comms-can-do-for-employer-branding-when-candidates-sit-at-home/) - [Top 10 Best Recruitment Agencies In India 2025 | Leading Talent Solutions](https://careernet.in/news/top-recruitment-agencies-india/) - Recruitment agencies play a pivotal role in connecting skilled professionals with the right employers, fostering growth in various industries. In India, these agencies have transformed how companies find talent and how job seekers advance their careers. The top recruitment agencies in India for 2025 are setting benchmarks in professionalism, efficiency, and innovation. Careernet Careernet is - [Your employee brand must have a diversity and inclusion strategy. Here’s why!](https://careernet.in/blog/your-employee-brand-must-have-a-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy-heres-why/) - A diverse and inclusive workplace is one where all employees, irrespective of who they are and where they come from, are involved in most activities and feel supported in every area of work. Diversity and inclusion (D&I) are about empowering employees by respecting, appreciating and accepting what makes them different. Although diversity and inclusion are - [Top qualities of a good recruiter — Do you have what it takes?](https://careernet.in/blog/top-qualities-of-a-good-recruiter-do-you-have-what-it-takes/) - There is only one word to describe the value of a recruiter who excels at his job—inestimable. When a recruiter successfully connects an employer with the right candidate, he has, by this one action, paved the way for the company’s growth prospects. The opposite is also true—recruiters with inadequate skills can contribute to incalculable losses - [The unparalleled importance of recruiting leadership teams](https://careernet.in/blog/the-unparalleled-importance-of-recruiting-leadership-teams/) - With the advent of digital technology, businesses have undergone a sea change in their onboarding procedures. Numerous organisations have stepped up their game because of evolving career options.These have begun to adopt fair recruitment practices that provide an end-to-end experience to both the prospective leaders and HR personnel. Onboarding leadership teams seems to be the - [The transformative benefits of upskilling the workforce](https://careernet.in/blog/the-transformative-benefits-of-upskilling-the-workforce/) - "Change is the only constant" is a widely recognised saying that holds true across time and industries. It propelled humanity from the Stone Age to the digital age, pushing us to learn new skills and adapt. In today's dynamic business landscape, organisations face an unprecedented need to embrace change and stay ahead of the curve. - [The evolving landscape of leadership hiring – and how you can keep pace](https://careernet.in/blog/the-evolving-landscape-of-leadership-hiring-and-how-you-can-keep-pace/) - Across organisations today, recruiting leaders has become paramount. With the changing business environment, companies are looking to hire leaders who are ready to take on the pressures of the business and navigate through the challenges and complexities of work. Platforms such as Careernet value organisational practices and help recruit effective leaders who will run the - [The benefits of temporary employment for candidates and employers](https://careernet.in/blog/the-benefits-of-temporary-employment-for-candidates-and-employers/) - In recent years there has been a rising trend of businesses hiring temporary staff. Temporary staffing is proving a win-win situation for both the candidates and employers. Temporary staffing trends The pandemic has caused a major shift in the mindset of employees. The present-day candidates are looking for jobs that offer work-life balance. Consequently, they - [Ten ways to minimise cost-per-hire](https://careernet.in/blog/ten-ways-to-minimise-cost-per-hire/) - Recruitment is an expensive process involving numerous steps. A typical process includes searching, screening, hiring, and onboarding along with training and orientation. Cost-per-hire is a measure of the average cost of hiring new talent and is an important recruiting metric. As per an industry research report of 2022, the average cost per hire is close - [Strategies for recruiting a hybrid workforce](https://careernet.in/blog/strategies-for-recruiting-a-hybrid-workforce/) - The hybrid work model, a post-pandemic blend of remote and in-office working, is now the way the world prefers to work. “..we don’t have to be physically together to feel like we’re in it together. “ LinkedIn How prepared are you with strategies for recruiting in the hybrid world? Here are some ideas. Define and - [Revolutionising recruiting: The role of technology in RPO](https://careernet.in/blog/revolutionising-recruiting-the-role-of-technology-in-rpo/) - Introduction Did you know talent acquisition specialists typically spend 13 hours, equivalent to one-third of their workweek, finding applicants for a single position? It is no wonder that companies are increasingly seeking external help for recruitment. Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) is an arrangement where an organisation outsources all or a portion of its recruitment functions - [Recruitment outsourcing: Ten challenges RPO can solve](https://careernet.in/blog/recruitment-outsourcing-ten-challenges-rpo-can-solve/) - An organisation’s growth and success are undoubtedly dependent on the quality of its manpower. However, it is not easy for an organisation to independently find the best talent at the right time every time. By partnering with an appropriate Resource Process Outsourcing (RPO) provider, talent acquisition teams can cut through barriers, stand out from the - [Increased job opportunities for women in the EV sector](https://careernet.in/blog/increased-job-opportunities-for-women-in-the-ev-sector/) - According to the economic survey of 2022-2023, the Electric Vehicle (EV) market in India will grow at a CAGR of 49% and reach sales of one crore units by 2030. Climate change, air pollution, rising fossil fuel costs, and advances in battery technologies are fuelling the growth of the EV industry. As the EV manufacturing - [Inclusivity: The 7 contributors to organisational success](https://careernet.in/blog/inclusivity-the-7-contributors-to-organisational-success/) - Understanding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Workplace diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is a hot topic in human resources (HR). However, people are often confused by these terms. Let us begin by understanding them. Diversity pools people from various backgrounds such as gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, etc. Equity recognises that each person - [How to target passive candidates and build talent pools proactively](https://careernet.in/blog/how-to-target-passive-candidates-and-build-talent-pools-proactively/) - Recruitment strategies usually target only active candidates although they form a small fraction of all the eligible candidates that can be considered for an opportunity. Active candidates are those who are actively looking for opportunities. The larger fraction of candidates, made up of passive candidates, are those who have very strong profiles but are not - [How to get creative with your recruitment strategies](https://careernet.in/blog/how-to-get-creative-with-your-recruitment-strategies/) - Your HR team has just informed you that post several rigorous assessments and interviews, their top two candidates have declined generously packaged offers from your organisation. Perplexed? You are not alone. A recent Forbes report states what many business leaders have now accepted as a given: “It’s an employees’ market.” Companies have also realised that - [How to find the right and capable candidates in CXO searches in India](https://careernet.in/blog/how-to-find-the-right-and-capable-candidates-in-cxo-searches-in-india/) - Hiring strong leaders and enhancing an organisation’s existing talent are the first steps towards steering an organisation along the right growth path. Industry studies report that CXO searches in India have increased by 80–100% when compared to Q3 2020. In fact, experts assert that the Indian industry is looking for growth oriented and transformational leaders. - [Driving change: How the workforce revolution is transforming talent acquisition in the automotive sector](https://careernet.in/blog/how-the-workforce-revolution-is-transforming-talent-acquisition-in-the-automotive-sector/) - Revolution in the automotive industry From the first generation cars to the modern vehicles, the automotive industry has come a long way. New technologies, shifting customer preferences, and sustainability policies have given rise to new trends in the sector. Let us look at each in a little more detail. Technology-driven trends Autonomous vehicles: Self-driving cars - [How tech recruiters can build better employer branding](https://careernet.in/blog/how-tech-recruiters-can-build-better-employer-branding/) - An employer brand is the perception of an organisation that exists in the minds of existing and potential employees. Employer branding is the process of positioning the organisation as an employer of choice among a specific group of suitable candidates. It involves the strategic setting up of the organisation’s work culture and values such that - [How fostering diversity can elevate your employer brand and empower society](https://careernet.in/blog/how-fostering-diversity-can-elevate-your-employer-brand-empower-society/) - The ultimate goal of every business is to be profitable alongside meaningful engagement with all its stakeholders: employees, vendors and customers. Off late though, one additional aspect that most brands have trained their eyes on is being seen as enablers of social equity. Interestingly, meaningful engagement and social equity are intrinsically intertwined and business leaders - [Hiring temporary vs. permanent employees: Pros and cons](https://careernet.in/blog/hiring-temporary-vs-permanent-employees-pros-and-cons/) - Running a successful business requires a strong and stable team working towards common goals. One of the most challenging aspects of managing a business is perhaps building such a team. A stable team could have permanent or temporaryemployees, or a mix of both, depending on business requirements. Business owners and managers must be clear about - [Hiring in the hybrid work environment: 5 tips for recruiting managers](https://careernet.in/blog/hiring-in-the-hybrid-work-environment-5-tips-for-recruiting-managers/) - The hybrid working model has struck the right chord in the corporate world. It appears to be the most workable option when trying to balance operational costs, productivity, flexibility, employee retention and quality of life. Many organisations operated on a hybrid model earlier too but now it has become the model of choice for a - [Employee experience: The key to talent retention](https://careernet.in/blog/employee-experience-the-key-to-talent-retention/) - The term ‘Great Resignation’ often brings to mind other legendary mass exits like the Great Exodus. However, the former, unlike the latter, is not a myth formed in the mists of time; it is a reality that most employers in the US faced in the last quarter of 2021. Companies around the world are still - [Diversity recruitment — a recruiter’s handbook of dos and don’ts](https://careernet.in/blog/diversity-recruitment-a-recruiters-handbook-of-dos-and-donts/) - Introduction The workforce has seen a significant transformation over the past century, moving from being predominantly male-dominated to having women enter the workforce to the current situation, where marginalised groups are making their imprint. The transformation was fraught with challenges; discrimination, unjust treatment and unequal opportunities were rampant. This prompted the development of new workplace - [Diversity and inclusion strategies will decide the future of brands. Are you ready?](https://careernet.in/blog/diversity-and-inclusion-strategies-will-decide-the-future-of-brands/) - It has been several years now since research revealed that a workforce consisting of people with varied backgrounds brings with it diverse talent, knowledge and experience. Companies that appreciate diversity and initiate measures to make underrepresented groups feel included reap a host of business benefits in the long run. Notwithstanding these proven advantages, implementing diversity - [Demand for recruitment process outsourcing is growing. Here’s why](https://careernet.in/blog/demand-for-recruitment-process-outsourcing-is-growing-heres-why/) - The effects of the pandemic and a dynamic market have caused a massive upheaval in the recruitment space. There is a continued demand for talented people with the right skill sets. Companies find that they need to continue to be flexible and offer both remote and hybrid working models. As the workforce continues to be - [Can skills-first hiring be the solution to the global talent shortage?](https://careernet.in/blog/can-skills-first-hiring-be-the-solution-to-the-global-talent-shortage/) - Where has all the talent gone? Long-time passing! Where has all the talent gone? Long time ago. Where has all the talent gone? Rivals took them, everyone. Oh, when will you ever learn? When will - [Benefits of outsourcing the recruitment and selection process](https://careernet.in/blog/benefits-of-outsourcing-the-recruitment-and-selection-process/) - We live in an AI-enabled, automated world, but that has not diminished the significance of human ingenuity and dexterity by one iota. Recruiting has always had conflicting goals: keeping costs low while hiring the best talent. From fledgling startups to tech behemoths, organisations are turning to RPO or Recruitment Process Outsourcing to stay ahead in - [9 advantages of using a recruitment agency](https://careernet.in/blog/9-advantages-of-using-a-recruitment-agency/) - Outsourcing recruitment needs to external agencies has gained momentum in the past few years as organisations have realised the benefits offered by third-party recruiters. What are professional staffing and recruitment agency services? When it comes to outsourcing, there are two phrases that are often used interchangeably—professional staffing and professional recruitment. While there is a similarity - [7 Strategies to improve and implement your employer branding strategy](https://careernet.in/blog/7-strategies-to-improve-and-implement-your-employer-branding-strategy/) - In a competitive talent market, even well managed companies can face tough times in attracting and hiring the right candidates or lose employees for unfathomable reasons. Could a weak employer brand be the cause? It seems so. A recent Glassdoor survey found that 92% of people would opt to switch from their current employer if - [6 types of Recruitment Process Outsourcing: Choosing the RPO that’s best for you](https://careernet.in/blog/6-types-of-recruitment-process-outsourcing/) - HR professionals across the globe are grappling with increasing complexities in recruitment. These complexities can be attributed to factors such as changing technology, increasing regulations, data privacy and more. RPO, or Recruitment Process Outsourcing, comes as a solution to manage the various complexities that talent acquisition professionals face. RPO facilitates outsourcing the staffing needs of - [2023: Dominating trends for recruitment in the auto manufacturing sector](https://careernet.in/blog/2023-dominating-trends-for-recruitment-in-the-auto-manufacturing-sector/) - The Indian automobile industry has always been an indicator of the health of the Indian economy. According to the Automobile Industry Report published in Nov. 2022 by the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBF), India’s annual production of automobiles in FY22 was 22.93 million vehicles. India already enjoys a strong position in specific automobile segments like - [15 strategies for reducing employee attrition](https://careernet.in/blog/15-strategies-for-reducing-employee-attrition/) - No organisation in the world is immune to some degree of attrition. And anyone who has not been hiding under a rock is familiar with the high reshuffling rate over the last two years. Almost every industry has been facing it, including the tech industry. High attrition rates cost organisations dearly—the cost of recruitment, onboarding, - [12 RPO trends to look out for in 2022](https://careernet.in/blog/12-rpo-trends-to-look-out-for-in-2022/) - Recruitment is undoubtedly a resource-heavy process for any organisation, in terms of time, cost and effort. Organisations turn to Resource Process Outsourcing (RPO) providers in an effort to reduce some of these costs and to improve functional efficiency. With global talent becoming scarce, procuring resources of organisations are being stretched thin to find the best - [The top 5 staffing trends of 2022](https://careernet.in/blog/the-top-5-staffing-trends-of-2022/) - Many of the 2022 trends are being watched closely across all industries. In 2022, most businesses adopted new strategies to cope with the pandemic impact that kicked off in 2021. The staffing industry has also undergone drastic changes. Work from home, remote hiring, hybrid work cultures, etc. are some changes that emerged in 2021 due - [The rise of the gig economy in India and its impact on staffing solutions](https://careernet.in/blog/the-rise-of-the-gig-economy-in-india-and-its-impact-on-staffing-solutions/) - On-demand labour has always been a part of the Indian economy, mostly informally. It came to the fore with the boom of ride-sharing and delivery apps. The term gig economy currently refers to the flexi-labour market comprising contractors, freelancers, temporary workers, etc. A gig worker can work independently or through a staffing agency for - [The key role of employer branding in attracting top talent](https://careernet.in/blog/the-key-role-of-employer-branding-in-attracting-top-talent/) - The war for talent is real. With advances in technology, job roles and the skills required for them are changing on the go. To ensure business success, consistently attracting top talent is an absolute imperative for all organisations. Employer branding refers to efforts that companies put into positioning themselves positively to prospective candidates, and is - [How to sell professional staffing to a sceptic](https://careernet.in/blog/how-to-sell-professional-staffing-to-a-sceptic/) - Professional staffing services have been gaining ground among employers for some time now. Yet, the industry has its fair share of critics and naysayers. What’s with the scepticism that keeps some businesses from approaching professional staffing service providers for their hiring needs? Employers typically express their reluctance to outsource their hiring needs citing the following: - [Flexi Staffing: Then, Now and the Future](https://careernet.in/blog/flexi-staffing-then-now-and-the-future/) - In many industries, employee costs are the most significant outlay for an organisation. In today's volatile economic conditions, balancing between minimising employee overheads and maintaining sufficient human capital to avoid missing out on growth opportunities is a delicate balancing act. When disruptive factors like the post-pandemic 'Great Resignation' and 'Quiet Quitting' and the shortage of - [Flexi-staffing is the way forward for the IT industry. Here’s why.](https://careernet.in/blog/flexi-staffing-is-the-way-forward-for-the-it-industry-heres-why/) - India had a 1.2 million strong flexi-workforce as of March 2022, as per the flexi-staffing industry annual report 2022 from Indian Staffing Federation (ISF). It stated that the general staffing industry grew at 21% YOY (year on year), while the IT staffing industry saw a sharp 30.7% YOY growth. Interestingly, around 48% of the flexi-workers - [5 Hiring strategies to attract cybersecurity talent](https://careernet.in/blog/5-hiring-strategies-to-attract-cybersecurity-talent/) - A lot changed in the post-pandemic landscape as work-from-home and hybrid work forced organisations to upgrade their infrastructure. A Check Point Research data on cyberattack trends says global cyberattacks increased by 38% in 2022 compared to 2021. Further, it said, small and agile hackers who exploited vulnerabilities in work-from-home environments drove these numbers. The work-from-home - [3 tips to make professional staffing services successful for your organisation](https://careernet.in/blog/3-tips-to-make-professional-staffing-services-successful-for-your-organisation/) - Every unfavourable situation brings with it some challenges that we can turn into opportunities. The Indian Staffing Industry Report 2021 tells us a story to corroborate this. The post-pandemic growth of 3.6 per cent in this domain is a stand-out. What is more heartening is that the flexibility offered by this industry helped India Inc - [What is a career rut and how to deal with it as an employee, employer](https://careernet.in/news/workplace-career-rut-ways-deal-employee-employer/) - Feeling stuck in a job with monotony and reduced productivity is like being trapped in a rut. It causes a feeling of resentment and disappointment in any extremely demanding workplace environment. A career rut is not just about disliking your job — it is more like a mix of factors that make you feel stuck. - [Work Culture, brand name or Pay Cheque: What should matter more to Early Career Professionals?](https://careernet.in/news/work-culture-brand-name-or-pay-cheque-what-should-matter-more-to-early-career-professionals/) - Salary, corporate brand and work culture often push individuals towards accepting or rejecting job offers. But how should early career professionals, especially someone just starting out, choose the best company possible while starting their careers? Let’s closely weigh the three factors — work culture, pay and brand image — against each other while answering this - [‘Women’s participation in workforce jumps to 37%’](https://careernet.in/news/womens-workforce-participation-soars-to-37-in-2022-23-reveals-careernet-report/) - The participation of women in the workforce has increased to 37% in the 2022-23 financial year, a sharp increase from 23.3% in the 2017-18 financial year, showed a report by talent solutions firm Careernet. The report shows that 69.2 crore women are in the workforce compared to 73.7 crore men. Global capability centres (GCCs) in - [Women in the Indian workforce: Strides towards parity](https://careernet.in/news/women-in-the-indian-workforce-strides-towards-parity/) - Empowering women from a young age with quality education is a crucial step towards achieving gender equality. When young girls have access to high-quality education, they gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue their dreams. This lays the foundation for women to excel in the workplace and become a force of change in their - [With AI in focus, hiring landscape set for growth in 2024](https://careernet.in/news/with-ai-in-focus-hiring-landscape-set-for-growth-in-2024/) - The country’s hiring landscape is set for growth despite many challenges it faced in 2023. From BFSI, e-commerce, consulting to healthcare and analytics and data, many sectors show a significant hiring intent in 2024. Experts say though top IT companies are on hiring freeze, they will give preference to skill-based hiring such as AI/ML, cloud - [Why the ‘IT jobs’ halo is fading even among second-tier colleges](https://careernet.in/news/why-the-it-jobs-halo-is-fading-even-among-second-tier-colleges/) - The $245-billion IT services outsourcing industry, India’s largest white-collar recruiter, is one of the biggest success stories to emerge from India. It typically absorbs 20-25 per cent of the 1.5 million engineering graduates in India every year. However, the halo is fading lately among freshers of second-tier colleges, where the behemoths usually hire en masse. - [Why has IT hiring slowed down?](https://careernet.in/news/why-has-it-hiring-slowed-down/) - Hiring in India’s IT sector has hit an all-time low. Let’s dig deep to find out what’s behind this dip in hiring. Watch video - [Why a four-day work week could prove to be detrimental to employee stress levels?](https://careernet.in/news/why-a-four-day-work-week-could-prove-to-be-detrimental-to-employee-stress-levels/) - The implementation of the four-day work week has been a topic of growing interest among companies, as it is perceived as a potential strategy to increase productivity and employee satisfaction. Recently, the Government of India has taken the initiative to formalise this concept by including it as a provision in the new labour laws. This - [What will 2024 hold for layoffs in India?](https://careernet.in/news/what-will-2024-hold-for-layoffs-in-india/) - Within the first three weeks of January 2024, more than 7,500 employees got laid off globally. It doesn’t bode well for India too. What will 2024 hold for layoffs in India? Watch more - [AI in HR is stretching the market for job seekers in 2024 | The Industry Tales Podcast](https://careernet.in/news/watchvnbt6cqfbe4w/) - Tune in to the 'Azure Developer Community' podcast to hear Anshuman Das, Co-Founder and CEO of Careernet, share his extensive experience in the search, selection, and technology industry. He discusses his leadership role at Careernet and the company's comprehensive suite of talent solutions. Discover how Careernet is championing diversity and inclusion, leveraging digital-first hiring solutions, - [Wary firms, candidates on fence slow top-level hiring](https://careernet.in/news/wary-firms-candidates-on-fence-slow-top-level-hiring/) - Senior-level hiring is taking time to hit the bullseye, as companies want to scrutinize candidates’ history of competence and behaviour over as long as 10 years, and candidates in turn sit on the fence, waiting to be sure before jumping in after having burnt their fingers earlier. Headhunters, therefore, are hit by both sides, leading - [The transition path for a laid-off CEO](https://careernet.in/news/the-transition-path-for-a-laid-off-ceo/) - While much is being written about layoffs of employees, what is not being discussed enough is C-suite executives, especially CEOs, getting laid off, unless it’s the highly visible board-CEO differences as we saw being played out in the recent Open AI leadership announcements. What should a CEO do after layoff? “They can use this opportunity - [The making of a chief strategy officer: Traits, skills and abilities](https://careernet.in/news/the-making-of-a-chief-strategy-officer-traits-skills-and-abilities/) - The role of the chief strategy officer (CSO) is to set and steer the firm's strategy. The CSO plays a pivotal, cross-functional role within the company, designing and implementing various strategies. They collaborate closely with other executives and departments, matching business objectives with internal capabilities, competitive landscapes, and market trends. Neelabh Shukla, Chief Business Officer, - [The Largest Virtual Career Fair for Women Concludes with Over 500 Profiles Shortlisted by Employers](https://careernet.in/news/the-largest-virtual-career-fair-for-women-concludes-with-over-500-profiles-shortlisted-by-employers/) - Careernet, India's leading talent solutions provider, recently organised the 4th edition of its ‘Career Fair for Women’. The distinctive career fair led by Careernet Prism, an initiative of Careernet, to help employers build inclusive workplaces with diverse talent, witnessed participation from over 800 working women. The event was aimed to provide women across the country - [The Green Job Evolution in India: Pioneering a Sustainable Future](https://careernet.in/news/the-green-job-evolution-in-india-pioneering-a-sustainable-future/) - From climate change to global warming situations that the world is facing today, organisations globally have realised that environmental protection is not an option anymore but a vital part of their long-term success strategy. In this context, it is no surprise that ‘sustainable’ and ‘eco-friendly’ are commonly used terms in the business world today. To - [Temporary hiring gains momentum as over 12% IT professionals prefer flexible roles, report shows](https://careernet.in/news/temporary-hiring-gains-momentum-as-over-12-it-professionals-prefer-flexible-roles-report-shows/) - Contractual staffing or temporary hiring has grown significantly over the past five years, with employers and employees inclined towards temporary arrangements, according to a report by talent solutions provider Careernet. The report highlights that 12-15 per cent of IT professionals now prefer temporary roles over permanent positions, and this percentage is expected to increase. Several - [Techies with Generative AI skills see a 30-50 percent jump in salaries](https://careernet.in/news/techies-with-generative-ai-skills-see-a-30-50-percent-jump-in-salaries/) - Techies in India are driving up salaries with additional AI, Generative AI and adjacent skills, commanding as high as 30- 50 percent premium over those without such expertise, according to data from Careernet sourced by Moneycontrol. According to Careernet, professionals in GenAI can be bucketed into three large categories: GenAI technology developers, GenAI product developers - [Tech layoffs: Why program managers and CXOs are still out in the cold and jobless](https://careernet.in/news/tech-layoffs-why-program-managers-and-cxos-are-still-out-in-the-cold-and-jobless/) - Many techies, especially those in program manager roles, have been finding it tougher to find job opportunities as their functions are getting replaced or transitioning, which requires additional or a different set of skills. This is a part of the wider layoffs in the tech industry. In 2022, over 1,000 tech companies laid off over - [TCS offers quirky titles and little else in recruiting revamp to attract 40K hires](https://careernet.in/news/tcs-has-an-ingenious-plan-to-rethink-hiring/) - Like many in south Indian states, folks in parts of Latin America affectionately call their grandfather “tata”. That was enough for Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to attempt a gentle tug at the heartstrings in hopes of boosting hiring in the Spanish-speaking region. In a self-proclaimed nod to its nearly six-decade information technology (IT) presence, TCS - [System of a down round: valuation markdowns hit Indian startups; to affect fundraising, IPO plans](https://careernet.in/news/system-of-a-down-round-valuation-markdowns-hit-indian-startups-to-affect-fundraising-ipo-plans/) - Some of India’s biggest startup stars have seen their valuations slashed, and fallout is likely to impact fundraising, public offerings and employee morale in the entire ecosystem. Anshuman Das, chief executive of Careernet and Longhouse Consulting, says employees that indexed heavily on stocks in their packages will be unhappy from these developments and there could - [Surge in demand for skilled electric vehicle talent as Indian manufacturers race to meet green mobility demands](https://careernet.in/news/surge-in-demand-for-skilled-electric-vehicle-talent-as-indian-manufacturers-race-to-meet-green-mobility-demands/) - Demand for skilled electric vehicle talent is poised to reach an all-time high in 2024 as EV manufacturers race to meet the growing appetite for green mobility solutions through new products and capacity expansion, said experts at Deloitte and Careernet and company executives. Homegrown EV and EV component makers such as Switch Mobility, EKA Mobility, - [Startups fire 9,400 employees between January- March, more cuts coming](https://careernet.in/news/startups-fired-9400-in-march-quarter-more-cuts-on-cards-report/) - As the funding winter continues, startups laid off about 9,400 employees in the January-March period, according to data from hiring firm Careernet shared exclusively with ET.Edtech firms Byju's, Unacademy, social media firms shareChat, apartment-management startup MyGate and car-servicing startup GoMechanic were among the companies that fired a significant chunk of their team, the report said. - [CVs of Byju’s employees flood job market: The Economic Times](https://careernet.in/news/startups-cvs-of-byjus-employees-flood-job-market-articleshow/) - According to The Economic Times, almost half of Byju’s employees are seeking jobs elsewhere amid layoffs and financial troubles at the top edtech firm, but most of them are not finding takers amid a hiring slowdown in the edtech domain, recruiters told ET. Till last March, Byju’s had about 55,000 employees, according to earlier media - [Startup recruiters find few takers amid overall hiring slowdown](https://careernet.in/news/startup-recruiters-find-few-takers-amid-overall-hiring-slowdown/) - Scores of recruitment professionals, who joined recruitment teams of startups at astronomical hikes to drive the post-pandemic hiring frenzy, are now struggling to find jobs for themselves. Many of these talent acquisition folks are now finding themselves priced out of the market as opportunities dry up and several find themselves without jobs, some for months - [Staffing firms see uptick in hiring tech talent for GCCs](https://careernet.in/news/staffing-firms-see-uptick-in-hiring-tech-talent-for-gccs/) - Staffing firms and job portals have observed a significant increase in the hiring of tech talent by Global Capability Centres (GCCs) in India. According to Careernet, a talent solutions provider, the proportion of tech talent at GCCs is at least 55% of the total talent base. This trend has been particularly evident since the onset - [Specialised skills are killing it! MBA seen losing edge](https://careernet.in/news/specialised-skills-are-killing-it-mba-seen-losing-edge/) - An MBA degree—regarded by many as a ticket to the corporate corridors — may just be losing its premium value in the job market. Several company officials and HR heads ET spoke to say a classical MBA degree is losing out to the current market trend of hiring talent with specialised skills and those who - [Salary hikes of major IT companies take a back seat amid weak demand](https://careernet.in/news/salary-hikes-of-major-it-companies-take-a-back-seat-amid-weak-demand/) - Salary hikes at information technology (IT) companies have taken a back seat due to a slowdown in demand triggered by delayed decision-making by clients and reductions in discretionary spending. Some companies have deferred payments, while others have stalled them altogether. Human resources (HR) experts said salary hikes would be restrained this year due to a - [Recruitment Process Outsourcing: The defining factor for successful talent acquisition in India](https://careernet.in/news/recruitment-process-outsourcing-the-defining-factor-for-successful-talent-acquisition-in-india/) - India possesses a vast talent pool with an array of skills offering numerous job opportunities for professionals across different sectors. However, India’s hiring landscape has its own unique challenges. While some sectors are seeing an increase in hiring, others are struggling with restructuring and layoffs. Certain job families are experiencing low satisfaction levels and less - [Recruiters shift focus from IT as hiring remains slow](https://careernet.in/news/recruiters-shift-focus-from-it-as-hiring-remains-slow/) - The slowdown in IT sector hiring has pushed recruiters to bank on other industries like retail, auto and manufacturing to make up for lost business. The development has effectively swivelled the job market 180 degrees from an employee’s market to that of the employer. Anshuman Das, chief executive and co-founder of Careernet, a talent solutions - [Quitting right after promotion? Here’s what you should know](https://careernet.in/news/quitting-right-after-promotion-heres-what-you-should-know/) - A friend recently told me something that I found absolutely strange: Her colleague decided to quit his job right after getting promoted to a position that he deeply desired. Surprising, right? But after digging a little deeper, we realised that this phenomenon is more common than you think. Neelabh Shukla, Chief Business Officer, Careernet, a - [Psychological safety: Role of leaders in ensuring a psychologically safe workplace](https://careernet.in/news/psychological-safety-role-of-leaders-in-ensuring-a-psychologically-safe-workplace/) - The concept of psychological safety has been gaining traction in recent years as more and more leaders can be seen realising its benefits. When an employee feels safe enough to speak their mind and not hold back, they significantly contribute to driving innovation at work. A company that has high-walled, closed-off spaces is highly compliance-oriented, - [Power of short-term hiring in modern business](https://careernet.in/news/power-of-short-term-hiring-in-modern-business-2544356-2024-05-28/) - Rapid technological advancement, changing market dynamics, and global uncertainties are key drivers of the modern business landscape. Since navigating the current business environment can be challenging, businesses need to practise agility and adaptability for survival and growth. This mindset also extends to the hiring function, making short-term hiring a nimble solution for companies to quickly - [Post-Budget Perspectives: Voices That Define the Financial Landscape](https://careernet.in/news/post-budget-perspectives-voices-that-define-the-financial-landscape/) - Anshuman Das, CEO and Co-founder, Careernet “As we witness the unprecedented pace of infrastructure development in all facets—be it digital, social, or physical—it is evident that the government’s commitment to progress is unwavering. The financial provisions outlined by the Finance Minister signal a paradigm shift, especially in the empowerment of women. With 300 million Mudra - [Paving the way for women in technology](https://careernet.in/news/paving-the-way-for-women-in-technology/) - In recent years, the tech industry has made significant strides toward gender equality, with several companies recognising the importance of increasing women’s representation in the sector. According to a CFA Institute review of voluntary business responsibility and sustainability reporting disclosures made by 134 companies, the IT sector had the highest female involvement rate in India - [Numero uno: How GCCs raced to pole position in hiring stakes](https://careernet.in/news/numero-uno-how-gccs-raced-to-pole-position-in-hiring-stakes/) - Captive service arms of large multinational firms, or global capability centres (GCCs), emerged as top hirers of technology talent in the first quarter this fiscal, beating IT services companies for the first time, marking a churn in the recruitment profile of India’s $250-billion software services sector, according to industry data. Already, GCCs are wooing talent - [MSME Day 2023: How ‘flexi-hiring’ can improve talent access for MSMEs](https://careernet.in/news/msme-skil-msme-day-2023-how-flexi-hiring-can-improve-talent-access-for-msmes/) - Over the years, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have emerged as a crucial part of India’s growth story, and talent plays a critical role in fuelling this upward trajectory. While the MSME sector is ready to employ close to 1 crore people over the next 3 to 4 years, it has various limitations in - [Matchmaker for India Inc | Anshuman Das | Careernet | IndiQube](https://careernet.in/news/matchmaker-for-india-inc-anshumandas-careernet-indiqube/) - 🎙️Founders Unfiltered Ep-117: Brought to you by the Founders Unfiltered podcast by A Junior VC—unscripted conversations with Indian founders about their story and the process of building a company. Hosted by Aviral and Mazin. Join us as we talk to Anshuman Das, the Co-Founder & CEO of Careernet, HirePro & Longhouse Consulting about their story. - [LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace: A journey, not an event](https://careernet.in/news/lgbtqia-inclusion-in-the-workplace-a-journey-not-an-event/) - Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace is imperative for the well-being of all employees. Employees feeling accepted and valued for who they are increases creativity, engagement, and job satisfaction. This begs the question: How can businesses encourage employees to be their authentic selves to unlock the full potential of their workforce? In today's job ecosystem, - [Leaders look to address the generational gap among employees as return-to-office mandate kicks in](https://careernet.in/news/leaders-look-to-bridge-the-gap-between-employee-generations-as-return-to-office-mandates-kick-in/) - Working from the office, home or in the hybrid mode — leaders at various organisations have for months been pondering over the best choice for their companies. Some organisations, especially in the IT sector, recently issued strict orders asking their mid-career professionals to return to the office. Some return-to-office mandates had led to the rise - [IT Hiring To Remain Muted In Q3 And Q4 FY24](https://careernet.in/news/it-hiring-to-remain-muted-in-q3-and-q4-fy24/) - As the FY2024 is nearing an end, major Indian IT companies are gearing up to reveal their Q3 results from Thursday. It is anticipated that the third quarter results will showcase attrition rates similar to Q2 with hiring taking a backseat. Although speculations suggest stabler attrition rates, the ongoing evolution of events globally and associated - [Tech sector hiring may see a pause for 6 months as companies watch out global trends](https://careernet.in/news/it-hiring-expected-to-be-grim-for-six-months-as-companies-wait-and-watch/) - Staffing experts expect the next six months – the first two quarters of FY24 – to be grim for IT hiring, which comes ahead of companies reporting their results for the final quarter of FY23 and the full year from next week. Hiring trends will be keenly watched, as net headcount additions are considered to - [Breather for colleges as IT companies ready offers for class of 2024](https://careernet.in/news/it-companies-hiring-offer-slight-respite-to-engineering-colleges/) - In a slight reprieve to engineering colleges grappling with one of the worst-ever placement seasons, top software services exporters such as Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), HCLTech and Accenture have either made or are on the verge of giving job offers to graduates from the Class of 2024. Campus hirings are lower than last year but - [IT Campus Hiring To Drop At Least 50% In CY2024](https://careernet.in/news/it-campus-hiring-to-drop-at-least-50-in-cy2024/) - Campus hiring by the Indian IT industry is looking at a 50 per cent drop for the upcoming campus season, reflecting a significant downturn in the traditionally robust hiring trends of the sector. The IT industry has had a very subdued CY2023, with financial performance across all major IT players in the country taking a - [Is there light at the end of the tunnel for tech sector workers?](https://careernet.in/news/is-there-light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel-for-tech-sector-workers/) - Tech giants have given campus hiring a miss. Experts say there may be a 65% drop in recruitment of tech freshers this fiscal. Find out when will the tech workers breathe easy? Watch video - [Is that promotion elusive? Here are some ways to land it](https://careernet.in/news/is-that-promotion-elusive-here-are-some-ways-to-land-it/) - Securing a promotion at work can be challenging because of various reasons, especially as the environment has become highly competitive today. Understanding what is expected of an employee and fulfilling those expectations can help the person build a case to request for a promotion. The best time to anticipate a promotion is when a candidate’s - [Is Narayana Murthy’s 70-hour work week a fair ask?](https://careernet.in/news/is-narayana-murthy-s-70-hour-work-week-a-fair-ask/) - Narayana Murthy joined the list of tech leaders Elon Musk and Jack Ma who want workers to commit long working hours. It’s in contrast to India’s labour laws. Is Murthy’s 70-hour-work-week a fair ask? Watch video - [Interim Budget for Naya Bharat](https://careernet.in/news/interim-budget-for-naya-bharat/) - Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Interim Budget for 2024-2025, setting India on a path towards ‘Viksit Bharat‘ by 2047. This budget was marked by an ambitious plan for inclusive growth, infrastructure improvement, and strengthening economic stability, highlighting the government’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and strategic planning to overcome global challenges. Anshuman Das, - [Interim budget 2024 focuses on youth empowerment and innovation Industry](https://careernet.in/news/interim-budget-2024-focuses-on-youth-empowerment-and-innovation-industry/) - The Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Interim Union Budget for 2024-2025 in Parliament today emphasized improving people’s capability and empowering them to make India developed by 2047. Making a slew of announcements, Sitharaman announced that for our tech-savvy youth, this will be a golden era, as a corpus of rupees - [Inside the mind of a firing manager: Guilt, shame and many questions](https://careernet.in/news/inside-the-mind-of-a-firing-manager-guilt-shame-and-many-questions/) - With investment taps turning dry and the global economy slowing, many companies in India have laid off people or declared their plans to do so. In all, 102 Indian start-ups have sacked some 27,100 people since the onset of the funding winter in 2022, with 9,781 of the people forced to look for work just - [Tech jobs moving beyond IT firms](https://careernet.in/news/industry-tech-jobs-moving-beyond-it-firms/) - Most companies in India today, in whichever sphere they operate, are beefing up their IT capabilities. Banks have been compelled to do so as customers prefer transactions on the app or online. All of this is creating abundant work opportunities for software professionals, especially at a time when the IT service sector is facing an - [Contractual hiring spreads beyond tech firms](https://careernet.in/news/industry-contractual-hiring-spreads-beyond-tech-firms/) - The trend of contractual employment which gained momentum in tech-based firms post the COVID-19 pandemic has now spread its roots across various sectors such as consumer durables, e-commerce, and retail. These sectors are increasingly leveraging contract roles to navigate short-term market demands, scale operations flexibly, and on the back of rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. - [Indian unicorns cut back on employee appraisals as cost-cutting takes priority](https://careernet.in/news/indian-unicorns-cut-back-on-employee-appraisals-as-cost-cutting-takes-priority/) - A majority of over 100 unicorns in India have slashed appraisal budgets for 2023 as the startups increasingly look to cut costs while grappling with a prolonged funding winter amid deteriorating macroeconomic headwinds. The trend comes as a contrast to 2021, when startups hired aggressively amid immense investor interest and multiple fundraising rounds. With the - [Indian startup layoffs cross 25,000-mark as funding winter persists](https://careernet.in/news/indian-startup-layoffs-cross-25000-mark-as-funding-winter-persists/) - Layoffs by Indian startups, which started in the beginning of 2022, have crossed the 25,000-mark as more new-age tech companies take the cost-cutting route to survive the funding winter. From 2022 till date, about 94 startups have laid off close to 25,805 employees in an attempt to reduce expenses and extend their runway to focus - [Indian IT Sector Witnesses Softening Demand, Raises Concerns About Hiring](https://careernet.in/news/indian-it-sector-witnesses-softening-demand-raises-concerns-about-hiring/) - Propelled by digital transformation India is emerging as a global hub for technology and innovation, with its IT sector playing a pivotal role. But despite the healthy support, Indian IT services industry witnessed a softening demand, a 3.5 per cent growth in FY 2024, significantly lower than 9.2 per cent YoY growth in FY 2023, - [India becomes the darling of expat techies as West takes a break](https://careernet.in/news/india-the-darling-of-expat-techies-as-west-takes-a-break/) - With India showing more resilience than the US and Europe to the global tech slowdown, an increasing number of Indian expatriates employed in the sector are exploring job options back home. According to half a dozen executives at recruitment services, staffing and executive search firms ET spoke with, there has been a sharp increase in - [IIT placements dip 15% in phase 1, but pay unchanged amid slump](https://careernet.in/news/iit-placements-dip-15-in-phase-1-but-pay-unchanged-amid-slump/) - Despite a market slump and macroeconomic headwinds, compensation packages at the country’s leading Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) remains at the same level as the previous two years, but they are anxious about fewer placements in the next round, according to an analysis by Careernet, a campus-to-boardroom talent solutions company. The median CTC in FY24 - [IIT Placements 2024 | Check the average salary package, job offers, hiring companies and more details](https://careernet.in/news/iit-placements-2024-starts-slow-iit-madras-iit-delhi-iit-bomaby-iit-delhi-iit-kanpur-iit-roorkee/) - The first phase of the placements have closed in the top Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) campuses in Delhi, Kanpur, Mumbai, Guwahati, Roorkee, Chennai, and Kharagpur. According to data from Careernet, about 40-45% of students were placed in the first phase, as opposed to the 52-55% seen in previous years. Anshuman Das, CEO of Careernet, - [Hyderabad emerges second most preferred city by BFSI GCCs](https://careernet.in/news/hyderabad-emerges-second-most-preferred-city-by-bfsi-gccs/) - With global banking, financial services, and insurance (BFSI) giants increasingly zeroing in on India, the number of BFSI global capability centres (GCCs) is poised to double from around 120 to over 250 by 2030, with cities like Bengaluru and Hyderabad leading the charge. While Bengaluru already houses nearly 35% or 42 of the BFSI GCCs - [Growth of EVs create new job profiles across India](https://careernet.in/news/hr-policies-trends-growth-of-evs-create-new-job-profiles-across-india/) - A car has become much more than a vehicle that transports us to our destinations. It is continuously becoming a piece of complex and advanced technology. The industry needs an evolving set of skills to manage this transition. 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Industry captains voiced their hopes for policies driving digital transformation in their sector along with their HR tech partners. Anshuman Das, CEO and Co-founder, Careernet, wants the government to enhance the infrastructure in Bangalore - [The fuel secretly powering India’s economy — GCCs](https://careernet.in/news/boom-in-gccs-rubs-off-on-broader-sectors/) - The explosive growth of global capability centres (GCCs) providing technical, operational, research and innovation services to some of the world’s largest corporations is emerging as a “force multiplier” for the Indian economy, industry experts and analysts said. 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Hyderabad emerges as the second preferred city for BFSI GCCs establishing new centres or expanding within - [From IIT to Tech-Driven Recruitment: Anshuman Das’s Journey with Careernet | Anshuman Das | TBCY](https://careernet.in/news/anshuman-das-journey-with-careernet-tbcy/) - In the latest episode of "The Brand Called You," Anshuman Das, CEO and Co-Founder of Careernet, delves into the origin story of Careernet, the pivotal role of technology in recruitment, and innovative strategies that have set them apart in the industry. He also highlights the company's efforts in promoting gender diversity and inclusion and the - [Another Washout Year?](https://careernet.in/news/another-washout-year/) - During CY2023 quarterly results discussions, blockbuster dealmaking took centre stage for India's top IT players. Despite the spotlight, the financial payoff has yet to materialise amid a slump in discretionary spending throughout the year. 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With over 20 years of experience, Anshul shares his perspectives on the evolving Diversity, Equity, - [Careernet Continuum | Episode 4 | Life at the organisation that pioneered modern governance movement](https://careernet.in/podcasts/life-at-the-organisation-that-pioneered-modern-governance-movement/) - We're thrilled to share our latest episode on Careernet Continuum, featuring Rhianne Joyce, Director of Talent Acquisition at Diligent. With 6 years at Diligent, Rhianne leads the international team, successfully developing and implementing talent acquisition strategies. We had a conversation on: Hidden strategies they use to find top performers in India. Their unique work environment - [Supporting Women returnees in the workplace](https://careernet.in/infographics/supporting-women-returnees-in-the-workplace/) - [What are green jobs and skills?](https://careernet.in/infographics/what-are-green-jobs-and-skills/) - [7 Ways to unlock your built-in (employee) brand ambassadors](https://careernet.in/infographics/7-ways-to-unlock-your-built-in-employee-brand-ambassadors/) - [Green Career Why Pursue And The Indian Outlook](https://careernet.in/infographics/green-career-why-pursue-and-the-indian-outlook/) - [How To Improve Your Diversity And Inclusion Goals With RPO Services](https://careernet.in/infographics/how-to-improve-your-diversity-and-inclusion-goals-with-rpo-services/) - [DEI-LOGS with Kafeel Jafri, DEI Facilitator and Theater Artist](https://careernet.in/podcasts/dei-logs-with-kafeel-jafri-dei-facilitator-and-theater-artist/) - In the latest episode of DEI-LOGS, we had the pleasure of hosting Kafeel Jafri, a multifaceted individual with an MBA from XIME. After 6 years in BFSI, he followed his passion for storytelling and theatre. 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He goes on to examine how these changes are affecting job roles and skill sets, and determine reskilling, upskilling, and the emerging collaborations between industry and academia. - [Green Careers: Exploring opportunities and a path to a sustainable future](https://careernet.in/blog/green-careers-exploring-opportunities-and-a-path-to-a-sustainable-future/) - [DEI-LOGS with Prarthana Kaul, Co founder- GiftAbled](https://careernet.in/podcasts/dei-logs-with-prarthana-kaul-co-founder-giftabled/) - In DEI-LOGS episode 3, Prarthana Kaul, GiftAbled's Co-founder, emphasises creating an inclusive ecosystem for individuals with disabilities. She discusses the importance of inclusion, highlighting the need for reasonable accommodations and accessible solutions to tap into their diverse skill pool. You can also tune in to the audio version on Spotify below - [Careernet helps a US headquartered multinational conglomerate set up their Global Capability Centre in India](https://careernet.in/case-studies/careernet-helps-a-us-headquartered-multinational-conglomerate-set-up-their-global-capability-centre-in-india/) - Founded in 1960 as a family-owned company, our client is one of the largest privately held companies in America today. They came to India, looking to set up a technology solutions centre in Bangalore and were looking for a service provider who could: Meet their hiring volumes with speed while providing the flexibility to scale - [Present hiring outlook in India: Impact of COVID-19 on hiring](https://careernet.in/reports/present-hiring-outlook-in-india-impact-of-covid-19-on-hiring/) - Almost 50 per cent of the organisations had a medium impact and 25 per cent had low or no impact on their company and its business, during the early phase of COVID-19. Yet, the initial phase of COVID-19 was unpredictable, unprecedented and nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. This study documents the repercussions of the - [Job market trends: Job seekers’ preferences during COVID-19](https://careernet.in/reports/job-market-trends-job-seekers-preferences-during-covid-19/) - Hyderabad emerged as the most preferred city to work for candidates, while NCR remained the least preferred during the financial year 2020-2021. Gain more inferences about how the job market fared, according to the internal data at Careernet. - [FY 2020-21 saw a 66% upsurge in the placement of women talent in tech across experience levels.](https://careernet.in/reports/fy-2020-21-saw-a-66-upsurge-in-the-placement-of-women-talent-in-tech-across-experience-levels/) - During the FY2020-21, Careernet placed an average of 15 female candidates every day. Women constituted 27% of all candidates placed by us. This report throws light on the contribution Careernet has made towards gender diversity by placing women candidates across levels and industries in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Pune so far. - [Q4 of FY 2020-21 recorded the lowest of 57% joining ratio in the Global Innovation Centres across India](https://careernet.in/reports/q4-fy21-record-low-joining-ratio-gic/) - Chennai, Pune, and Delhi/NCR experienced a downward trend in the candidate joining ratio over the last 4 quarters of the FY 2020-21, while Mumbai recorded its highest joining ratio in Q4. This report captures the detailed insights on the massive city and gender wise talent crunch across all the innovation centres in India during the - [Moving Towards Equality, An overview of the hiring trends in 2022](https://careernet.in/reports/moving-towards-equality/) - Careernet enables employers to foster gender diversity by placing an increasing number of women candidates over the past few years. In the report "Moving Towards Equality – an overview of the hiring trends in 2022", we bring out insights into the Indian female workforce across industries. For the report, we studied the data of the - [Employment trends in the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry](https://careernet.in/reports/employment-trends-in-the-electric-vehicle-industry/) - India's ambition to become a top player in the emerging electric vehicle market will lead to 5 million new direct job opportunities, according to a report by Careernet. Between 2020 and 2022, EV jobs saw a 110% compound annual growth rate. Bengaluru, a hub for manufacturing and innovation, is expected to become a vital centre - [The State of LGBTQ+ Hiring in India](https://careernet.in/reports/the-state-of-lgbtq-hiring-in-india/) - As part of its commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces, Careernet Prism, an initiative of Careernet, a leading talent solutions provider in India, conducted an extensive market study to examine the "State of LGBTQ+ Hiring in India." This study involved the participation of 105 LGBTQ+ employees and qualitative interviews with 20 D&I leaders. The - [Transforming Veteran integration: Command HQ & Brisk Olive Leading the Way](https://careernet.in/blog/transforming-veteran-command-hq-brisk-olive-leading-the-way/) - [Supporting Veterans in the Workplace](https://careernet.in/infographics/supporting-veterans-in-the-workplace/) - [Careernet Continuum | Episode 2 | Trends and Challenges in Talent Demand within BFSI Global Capability Centers](https://careernet.in/podcasts/trends-and-challenges-in-talent-demand-within-bfsi-global-capability-centers/) - Ranjeet Singh Narang, Vice President, Careernet, discusses the significance of the BFSI sector to the Indian economy and the GCC landscape, and the emerging hiring trends emanating from it. 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Proactive measures, such as partnering with - [DEI-LOGS with Dr. Anita Prasad, co-founder of Rainbow Angel](https://careernet.in/podcasts/dei-logs-with-dr-anita-prasad-co-founder-of-rainbow-angel/) - Dr. Anita Prasad, co-founder of Rainbow Angels and a dedicated advocate for inclusion, fearlessly shares her remarkable journey as the first Indian-origin transgender woman in Germany. Her narrative embodies breaking barriers, discovering her authentic self, and returning to her homeland with a mission to empower the transgender community within corporate India. You can also - [The 6-step recipe to hiring the right leadership](https://careernet.in/blog/the-6-step-recipe-to-hiring-the-right-leadership/) - [The Power of Short-Term Hiring in Modern Business](https://careernet.in/blog/the-power-of-short-term-hiring-in-modern-business/) - [Embracing agility: the role of staff augmentation in the modern workforce](https://careernet.in/blog/embracing-agility-the-role-of-staff-augmentation-in-the-modern-workforce/) - [Strategic Staffing: Leveraging Fractional Leadership For Competitive Advantage](https://careernet.in/blog/strategic-staffing-leveraging-fractional-leadership-for-competitive-advantage/) - [Why companies need to move towards a skills-based approach](https://careernet.in/blog/why-companies-need-to-move-towards-a-skills-based-approach/) - [Are mid-management roles the next target in tech layoffs? Here’s what experts have to say](https://careernet.in/news/layoffs-2023-are-layoffs-coming-next-for-mid-management-roles-here-is-what-experts-have-to-say-layoffs-meta-layoff-google-layoff-amazon-layoff/) - As per Anshuman Das, CEO and Co-founder, Careernet in cost cutting measures non-revenue generating projects and non-performing teams or employees have to bear the brunt. While companies typically prioritise cutting costs in areas that are not contributing to the bottom line, they also consider laying off employees or letting go of projects that are not - [Talent on Demand: GCCs Shaping India’s Employment Future](https://careernet.in/podcasts/talent-on-demand-gccs-shaping-indias-employment-future/) - Anshuman Das, CEO and co-founder of Careernet, discusses the transformative role of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in shaping India's employment landscape. 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The event witnessed the participation of around 1,000 individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, Persons with Disabilities (PwD), and Armed Forces veterans. 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Here are seven key talent acquisition trends to watch out for in 2022. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 outbreak last year, recruiters and job seekers found themselves in the middle of a global - [Challenges faced by startups amid global pandemic](https://careernet.in/news/challenges-faced-by-startups-amid-global-pandemic/) - The pandemic has pushed a big percentage of the global workforce to engage in a remote-work experiment on a never-before-seen scale, and a lot changed in the last year. Early-stage ventures, that are often strapped for funds and seeking to provide flexibility to their first set of employees, have reaped the biggest benefits from the - [Careernet’s ‘Women in Tech’ Shortlists 312 Profiles for Tech Jobs](https://careernet.in/news/careernets-women-in-tech-shortlists-312-profiles-for-tech-jobs/) - 312 Profiles shortlisted for 130+ tech job roles on offer in Careernet’s ‘Women in Tech’ virtual career fair. Careernet, India’s leading talent solutions provider, successfully organised ‘Women in Tech’, a virtual career fair through Careernet Prism, on August 28, 2021. The event intended to bring female talent forward in the technology sector by providing them - [India Inc records 29% upswing in salaries offered to candidates: Survey](https://careernet.in/news/india-inc-records-29-upswing-in-salaries-offered-to-candidates-survey/) - India Inc. has recorded a 29% upswing in salaries offered to candidates during recovery phase of the pandemic, according to an analysis of internal data from Careernet, India’s leading talent acquisition firm. The data is based on 14,000 job offers that were rolled out during the first halves of FY21 and FY22. Read More - [Why there is an upsurge in women candidates’ placements across industries](https://careernet.in/news/why-there-is-an-upsurge-in-women-candidates-placements-across-industries/) - In the fiscal year, 2020-21, talent solutions provider CareerNet placed an average of 15 female candidates every day. Today, every 4th candidate placed by the company is a woman. Industry experts say human resources for an increasing number of organisations in India have gone boundaryless over the past few years. They opine that companies have - [Jobs don’t have gender!](https://careernet.in/news/jobs-dont-have-gender-employers-should-provide-equal/) - Employers should provide equal growth opportunities and create an ecosystem that makes employees feel valued, respected, and accepted. Ensuring this can pave the way for their success In today’s dynamic business landscape, diversity and inclusion (D&I) have assumed unprecedented importance. Yet, the actual progress made remains insignificant. 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A recent study by CareerNet, titled Present Hiring Outlook in India and the Future of Work, cites that 8 out of 10 employers are actively hiring, while only - [Remote working widens the horizon for including diverse talent](https://careernet.in/news/remote-working-widens-the-horizon-for-including-diverse-talent/) - Nirmala Menon, CEO and Founder, Interweave Consulting, said, “The minute we earmark roles for women, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ candidates, it would be in the traditional roles that we believe they are best suited for and we will lose the battle for equal access and an opportunity to make a difference. Read More - [8 in 10 employers are actively hiring; demand for technology-based talent increasing: Study](https://careernet.in/news/8-in-10-employers-are-actively-hiring-demand-for-technology-based-talent-increasing/) - The report by talent acquisition company Careernet titled ‘Present Hiring Outlook in India and the Future of Work’ suggests that 61 per cent of large enterprises anticipate filling more than 500 positions, 45 per cent of mid-sized companies expect to fill between 100 and 500 positions, and 61 per cent of small businesses forecast to - [Are There Enough Skilled Individuals for Data Engineering Jobs in India?](https://careernet.in/news/are-there-enough-skilled-individuals-for-data-engineering-jobs-in-india/) - The demand for data engineers in India has been increasing constantly, and has witnessed a hike especially for the last year. However, there seems to be a lack of enough skilled individuals where data science is concerned. 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Prism, with a unique Diversity and Inclusion solution (D&I), will enable employers to hire diverse talent from among Women, Persons with - [CEOs of large Indian start-ups turn to chiefs of staff to get things done](https://careernet.in/news/ceos-of-large-indian-start-ups-turn-to-chiefs-of-staff-to-get-things-done/) - Led by Flipkart, large Indian start-ups are creating a powerful yet loosely defined role of chief of staff to help chief executive officers (CEOs) enforce their will in companies that have become difficult to steer because of their growing size and attendant bureaucracy. Flipkart first created the role of chief of staff—a position typically associated - [Companies may resume hiring activity by January 2021: Report](https://careernet.in/news/companies-may-resume-hiring-activity-by-january-2021/) - Companies have indicated that hiring across the board, with the exception of campus recruitments, will resume by January 2021, a report by Career Net Consulting found. 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Most companies have selectively begun filling up positions but will - [Data science jobs, pay zoom amid shifting digital landscape](https://careernet.in/news/data-science-jobs-pay-zoom-amid-shifting-digital-landscape/) - Data science professionals with 3-10 years of experience get annual salaries in the ₹25-65 lakh range, while those with more experience can command pay packages upwards of ₹1 crore, according to recruitment firm Michael Page’s 2021 India Talent Trends report. Experts with more than 15 years of experience can get paid up to ₹1.8 crore, - [Careernet launches Prism to help organisations build an inclusive workplace with diverse talent](https://careernet.in/news/careernet-launches-prism-to-help-organisations-build-an-inclusive-workplace-with-diverse-talent/) - Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 5 (ANI/NewsVoir): CareerNet, India's leading talent acquisition organisation, has announced the launch of CareerNet Prism, a suite of solutions for organisations to build an inclusive workplace with diverse talent and make employees feel accepted and valued. Prism, with a unique Diversity and Inclusion solution (D&I), will enable employers to hire diverse - [Changing paradigm of women returning to work after a break](https://careernet.in/news/changing-paradigm-of-women-returning-to-work-after-a-break/) - Industry experts say despite women rising to the top of their careers, it’s not easy for them to return to their professional careers after taking a sabbatical. There are a host of challenges that they have to face ranging from skill gaps to pay cuts, absence of a strong network, and lack of confidence among - [Careernet's 'Women in Tech' Virtual Career Fair](https://careernet.in/news/careernets-women-in-tech-virtual-career-fair/) - 312 Profiles Shortlisted for 130 Plus Tech Job Roles on Offer in Careernet's 'Women in Tech' Virtual Career Fair CareerNet, India’s leading talent solutions provider, successfully organised ‘Women in Tech’, a virtual career fair through CareerNet Prism, on August 28, 2021. The event intended to bring female talent forward in the technology sector by providing - [Here's what you can expect from 2022 in terms of hiring](https://careernet.in/news/what-you-can-expect-from-2022-in-terms-of-hiring/) - Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, 2020-21 was very challenging for both recruiters and job seekers. The Indian job market saw a lot of changes in the way companies work. Post-Covid-19, the acceptance of remote work went up. Employers and job seekers were no longer bound by physical proximity, resulting in the creation of a fair - [Careernet announces rebranding](https://careernet.in/news/careernet-announces-rebranding/) - Careernet, the talent solutions provider, has announced the launch of its new corporate brand identity. As part of the rebranding process, Careernet has revamped its logo and website design. 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