57% of Gen Z want higher pay for critical skills: here’s what you need to know before joining

Indian companies are accelerating AI-led transformation and organisational redesign, driven by a young workforce and rising agility, according to Mercer’s Global Talent Trends 2026 report. While leaders prioritise skills-based hiring and flatter structures, employees remain concerned about AI-driven surveillance and pay inequity. A strong purpose attracts talent, but compensation drives attrition. The findings highlight a widening gap between leadership ambition and employee experience, making trust, fair pay, and continuous upskilling critical to sustaining workforce performance.