AI talent demand offset flat white-collar hiring in May
Summary
India’s white-collar hiring stayed mostly flat in May, but demand for AI and machine-learning talent helped support overall hiring. Insurance led sector growth, while BPO/ITeS, healthcare, hospitality, and GCC hiring also added momentum. Large sectors such as banking, telecom, pharma, and IT saw hiring declines, showing a mixed employment picture. Senior AI talent remained especially strong, and hiring for high-paying AI roles rose sharply. Fresher hiring also improved, driven by customer-facing positions in several industries.
Classifications
industries
Fintech & Banking
applications
Human Resources
AskAI Classifications
Labels
SaaS
Recruitment Software
Online Marketplace Software
Linked Companies
Info Edge (India) Limited
$250M to $500M