TeamLease Services, India’s leading staffing conglomerate, has unveiled its highly anticipated “Employment Outlook Report” for the first half of fiscal year 2025 (April 2024 to September 2025).
The report sheds light on employment growth forecasts and employers’ strategies within the dynamic Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector.
Banking Sector Leads Employment Expansion: Reports Teamlease
The banking sector is set to witness substantial net employment growth, projected at an impressive 7.21%. This positions it as the frontrunner in job creation within the BFSI domain.
The sector’s robust performance is evidenced by credit growth for Scheduled Commercial Banks, reaching an 11-year high of 15.4% in FY 2023.
Additionally, achieving a three-year high credit-deposit ratio of 75.8% reflects borrower confidence and economic vitality.
NBFCs Ambitious in Workforce Expansion
Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) demonstrate the highest propensity to expand their workforce. A survey-based report reveals that 65% of respondents plan to increase their workforce, emphasizing ambitious growth plans.
NBFCs play a pivotal role in extending credit to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), contributing significantly to the sector’s revenue, which exceeded INR 320 billion in FY 24.
Insurance Sector’s Steady Growth: Teamlease Report
The insurance sector projects steady growth, with a net employment increase of 5.25%. Industry focus areas include regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and enhanced customer engagement.
FinTech: Innovations Drive Employment Trends
FinTech, while exhibiting the lowest growth among the mentioned sectors, still maintains a favorable hiring trend. Forecasted net employment growth stands at 4.89%.
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The rise of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) and the expansion of the open banking ecosystem contribute to FinTech’s employment landscape.
Krishnendu Chatterjee, VP and Business Head, TeamLease Services shared his views on the report. He said, “Continuous upskilling and technological adoption are critical for sustaining momentum in the BFSI sector.
Krishnendu added, “A tech-savvy, adaptable workforce is key. Embracing innovation and fostering skill development will meet the employment demand.”
Summing Up!
The resilient Indian banking industry is poised for significant development, particularly in retail lending, SME financing, and digital banking. While the insurance and FinTech industries remain cautiously optimistic, their steady growth reflects their adaptability and strategic focus.
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