The jobs market is not dead, it's just growing differently

Layoffs are visible among startups and technology firms, but sectors such as banking, manufacturing and logistics are hiring actively

Hema Subramaniam
April 03, 2023 / 11:30 AM IST
The jobs market is not dead, it's just growing differently

Job hiring is moderate and mid-manager segment is at risk. (Representative image)

Highlights Layoffs are largely visible among in technology giants, fintech and start-ups  India shows a mixed pattern with some layoffs and some hiring too  Global Capability Centres are increasing footprint in India  Job hiring is moderate and mid-manager segment is at risk  Banking, manufacturing and logistics is buoyant in India  Knowledge economy has a glut of talent and skill  Being a founder and helming a recruitment and staffing services firm, gives me a ringside view of hiring across sectors such as the knowledge economy ones, banking,...