The rise of ‘middle management’ in the corporate world!Image Credit source: Pexels
Concerns remain about the rising attrition rate. Meanwhile, in the Indian corporate world, recruitment during 2026-27 is expected to be mainly focused on mid-level positions and salary increase is expected to be 5 to 10 percent. This information was given in a report released today i.e. on 14th April. This report has been issued by Genius HRTech, a company related to Manpower Joining. According to this, 49 percent of the companies have said that they will focus exclusively on the recruitment of media level professionals.
In terms of total workforce expansion, 28 percent of the organizations planned a recruitment increase of more than 10-15 percent, while 43 percent projected a limited increase of zero to five percent.
On the salary front, 46 percent companies are planning a five to 10 percent increase, while 34 percent companies have indicated more than 10 percent increase. With the implementation of new labor laws, 57 percent of the companies are preparing for major changes in their salary structure. According to the report, middle-senior level employees (48 percent) are likely to benefit the most from the salary hike, while the junior and senior level’s share will be 26 and 22 percent respectively.
Issue of workers leaving their jobs
Employees leaving their jobs remains a major matter of concern for companies. About 55 percent of the organizations estimated that 10-20 percent of the employees would leave the job, while 15 percent of the companies expected this rate to be more than 20 percent. Middle-senior level employees have emerged as the most affected category in terms of job attrition, with 67 percent of companies describing them as the most vulnerable.
Why are youth leaving jobs?
The report says that expectations of work flexibility, purpose and faster career progression, especially among young employees, are influencing attrition. According to the report, about 43 percent of the organizations believe that job security has a limited or medium role in employees leaving the job, while factors like salary and better career opportunities are more influential.
RP Yadav, Chairman and Managing Director, Genius HR, said the recruitment strategy for 2026-27 will be more cautious and data-driven, with emphasis on mid-level employees, digital skills and changing business needs. With attrition rates rising, companies need better planning and employee retention strategies.
