Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has secured the top position in LinkedIn’s latest list of the top companies to work for in India. Following closely behind are Accenture and Cognizant, ranking second and third, respectively. The ranking, based on exclusive LinkedIn data, considers various aspects of career advancement like promotions and skill development.
In this year’s list of the top 25 companies, nine are financial service firms such as Macquarie Group, Morgan Stanley, and JPMorgan Chase and Co. The data also sheds light on the most in-demand skills, popular job locations, and prevalent job functions within these organizations.
Lentra, a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform, leads the pack among mid-size companies, closely followed by MakeMyTrip, a well-known Indian online travel platform. The list showcases a diverse range of opportunities, including companies like Nykaa, a fashion and beauty retailer, and Dream11, a fantasy sports platform.
Top financial services companies are seeking skills in areas like investor relations, capital markets, and investment banking, while technology firms are on the lookout for expertise in enterprise software, data storage technologies, software development life cycle (SDLC), and artificial intelligence (AI). Skills such as revenue analysis, nonprofit management, and mobile application development are also seeing increased demand.
The top hiring location for these leading companies is Bengaluru, followed by Hyderabad, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, and Pune. The Indian job market is evolving, with more women entering the workforce and a growing number of CXOs looking for employment opportunities. Recruitment agencies project positive hiring trends for white-collar positions in the coming quarter.
Companies in India are focusing on retaining talent by offering benefits like fertility support and revising stock options. This year’s top companies emphasize the importance of investing in the employee experience, with initiatives ranging from upskilling programs to flexible work arrangements.
Overall, this year’s honorees highlight the need to adapt to changing work dynamics and prioritize employee well-being, amidst a rapidly evolving job market in India.
