Temporary hiring gains momentum as over 12% IT professionals prefer flexible roles, report shows

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 […]

1 in 4 GCC Roles to Turn Contractual by 2026

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. In an interaction with ET Digital, Neelabh Shukla, CBO of Careernet, a talent services provider, says the […]

Demand for design professionals in semiconductor GCCs dips in July-Sep: Report

Demand for design professionals in semiconductor GCCs dips in July-Sep: Report

Demand for design professionals in semiconductor global capability centres dropped by 7 per cent sequentially during the July-September quarter of 2024-25, driven by global macroeconomic challenges and the cautious hiring sentiments of large corporations, a report said on Monday. Talent solutions provider Careernet’s report revealed that semiconductor GCCs saw a 7 per cent decline in […]

Matchmaker for India Inc | Anshuman Das | Careernet | IndiQube

Matchmaker for India Inc | Anshuman Das | 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. […]

When temp hiring becomes an increasingly permanent fixture in Indian companies

When temp hiring becomes an increasingly permanent fixture in Indian companies

India’s job market is witnessing a significant shift as companies scale up contract hiring across the hierarchy—beyond the usual festive-season recruitment—as they beef up staffing to take on new projects and control their employee costs. According to staffing experts Mint spoke with, contract hiring is expected to increase by 20% over the next few months, […]

Recruitment Process Outsourcing: The defining factor for successful talent acquisition in India

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 […]

LGBTQIA+ inclusion in the workplace: A journey, not an event

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, […]

How GCCs are redefining innovation

How GCCs are redefining innovation

India’s economic rise in recent decades can be attributed in part to a powerful force: Global Capability Centres (GCCs). These innovation hubs have transformed from back-office operations into strategic engines, propelling India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and shaping the future of work. India’s vast pool of skilled professionals, estimated at over 5.4 million in the […]

Psychological safety: Role of leaders in ensuring a psychologically safe workplace

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, […]

Career in IT Sector: IT प्रोफेशनल्स क्यों नहीं चाहते परमानेंट जॉब ? | Consumer Is King | ET Swadesh

Career in IT Sector: IT प्रोफेशनल्स क्यों नहीं चाहते परमानेंट जॉब ? | Consumer Is King | ET Swadesh

ET Now Swadesh’s ‘Consumer Is King’ show explores the rising trend of temporary hiring in IT. Our CBO, Neelabh Shukla (Careernet), Dr. Pratibha Jain (Eduabroad Consulting), and Aditya Narayan Misra (CIEL HR) discuss why IT professionals are opting for temporary jobs over permanent ones. Get insights from our recent report on ‘Contractual staffing in IT […]