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Ethical Work Environment and Employee Retention: The Role of HR  
Practices in Fostering Employee Wellbeing  
Kadambari K1, Jishna V R2, Dhanya K3, Dr. Byju K4  
1Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce & Management, AMC-Allied Management College,  
Manisseri  
2Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce & Management, AMC-Allied Management College,  
Manisseri  
3Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce & Management, AMC-Allied Management College,  
Manisseri  
4Assistant Professor, Department of Commerce & Management, AMC-Allied Management College,  
Manisseri  
Received: 21 May 2026; Accepted: 26 May 2026; Published: 16 June 2026  
ABSTRACT  
This study examines the relationship between Ethical Work Environment and Employee Retention, with HR  
Practices acting as a moderating variable. The research was conducted among employees working in Technopark  
(Thiruvananthapuram), Infopark (Kochi), and Cyberpark (Kozhikode), Kerala. Following a pilot study involving  
100 respondents, the final survey generated 492 valid responses. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was  
employed to analyze the relationships among the study variables. The findings revealed that Ethical Work  
Environment significantly influences Employee Retention. HR Practices significantly moderated the relationship  
between Ethical Work Environment and Employee Retention by strengthening organizational commitment and  
workplace satisfaction.  
Keywords: Ethical Work Environment, Employee Retention, HR Practices, Employee Wellbeing  
INTRODUCTION  
In the contemporary business environment, organizations increasingly recognize that retaining talented  
employees is essential for achieving long-term sustainability, productivity, and competitive advantage. Employee  
retention has become a critical organizational concern due to rising employee turnover, talent shortages, and  
changing workforce expectations. Organizations that fail to retain skilled employees often experience increased  
recruitment costs, reduced organizational performance, and loss of institutional knowledge. Consequently,  
researchers and practitioners have focused on identifying organizational factors that enhance employee retention.  
(Sibly, 2015)  
One of the most significant determinants of employee retention is the ethical work environment. An ethical work  
environment refers to organizational conditions in which fairness, honesty, integrity, transparency, and respect  
guide managerial and employee behavior (Nurtati et al., 2020). Employees working in ethical organizations are  
more likely to experience trust, psychological safety, organizational commitment, and job satisfaction. Ethical  
workplaces promote equitable treatment, reduce workplace conflicts, and foster positive interpersonal  
relationships, thereby encouraging employees to remain with the organization for longer periods. (Okunhon et  
al., 2025)  
Previous studies have shown that ethical organizational climates positively influence employee attitudes and  
behaviors. Employees who perceive their workplace as ethical tend to develop stronger emotional attachment to  
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the organization and demonstrate greater loyalty. Ethical leadership and organizational ethics also contribute to  
employee well-being and motivation, which are directly linked to retention outcomes. In contrast, unethical work  
environments may generate stress, dissatisfaction, mistrust, and turnover intentions among employees.  
Alongside ethical work environments, Human Resource (HR) practices also play a crucial role in influencing  
employee retention. HR practices include recruitment and selection, training and development, performance  
appraisal, compensation systems, employee participation, and career advancement opportunities (Okunhon et  
al., 2025). Effective HR practices enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and organizational commitment  
by addressing employees’ professional and personal needs. Organizations with supportive HR systems are more  
likely to retain skilled employees because such practices create a sense of value, recognition, and growth  
opportunities.  
Importantly, HR practices may not only directly influence employee retention but may also strengthen the  
relationship between ethical work environments and retention outcomes. Even when organizations establish  
ethical workplace cultures, the effectiveness of such environments may depend on the quality of HR practices  
implemented within the organization. Strong HR practices can reinforce ethical values by ensuring fairness,  
transparency, employee empowerment, and equitable treatment. As a result, employees may perceive greater  
organizational support, thereby increasing their willingness to remain with the organization.  
Although prior studies have separately examined ethical work environments and HR practices in relation to  
employee retention, limited research has explored the moderating role of HR practices in the relationship  
between ethical work environment and employee retention. This study seeks to address this research gap by  
examining how HR practices influence the strength of the relationship between ethical work environment and  
employee retention.  
The study is guided by the following hypotheses:  
H1: An ethical work environment has a significant positive effect on employee retention.  
H2: HR practices have a significant positive effect on employee retention.  
H3: HR practices significantly moderate the relationship between ethical work environment and  
employee retention.  
This research contributes to the existing literature by integrating ethical climate theory and human resource  
management perspectives to better understand employee retention mechanisms. The findings of the study are  
expected to provide practical insights for managers and policymakers in designing ethical organizational cultures  
and effective HR strategies that improve employee retention.  
REVIEW OF LITERATURE  
Ethical Work Environment and Employee Retention  
An ethical work environment refers to a workplace where organizational values, norms, and practices encourage  
ethical conduct, fairness, integrity, and mutual respect among employees (Arnaud & Schminke, 2007). Ethical  
organizations establish clear behavioral standards and promote transparency in decision-making processes.  
According to ethical climate theory, employees’ perceptions of ethical organizational practices significantly  
influence their attitudes and workplace behavior (Liu & Yuan, 2014).  
Several studies have identified a positive relationship between ethical work environments and employee  
retention. Employees who perceive fairness and ethical treatment within the organization are more likely to  
develop organizational trust and commitment (Sims & Kroeck, 1994). Ethical environments reduce workplace  
stress, conflicts, and dissatisfaction while enhancing employee morale and loyalty. When employees feel  
respected and valued, they are less likely to seek employment opportunities elsewhere (Yesimi et al., 2025).  
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Research has also demonstrated that ethical leadership contributes to a positive ethical climate, which  
subsequently improves employee retention.  
Ethical leaders foster open communication, accountability, and justice, thereby creating supportive work  
conditions (Isiramen, 2021).  
Employees working under ethical leadership often experience greater job satisfaction and emotional attachment  
to the organization. Furthermore, ethical workplaces encourage employee participation and psychological safety,  
which positively affect employees’ intention to stay. (Gajda & Pyszka, 2023)  
There is a relationship between ethical work environment and employee wellbeing, with the anti-sexual  
harassment cell acting as a mediating factor in college campuses. The findings reveal a positive association  
among ethical work environment, anti-sexual harassment cell effectiveness, and employee wellbeing  
(Jagadeesh.et.al,2025)  
Conversely, unethical organizational practices such as favoritism, discrimination, exploitation, and lack of  
transparency can increase turnover intentions.  
Employees who perceive unethical behavior within the organization may experience frustration, mistrust, and  
reduced commitment, ultimately leading to higher attrition rates. Therefore, organizations aiming to improve  
retention should focus on creating and sustaining ethical workplace environments.  
Based on the above discussion, the study proposes the following hypothesis:  
H1: An ethical work environment has a significant positive effect on employee retention.  
HR Practices and Employee Retention  
Human Resource practices represent the policies and strategies organizations use to manage employees  
effectively. HR practices typically include recruitment and selection, compensation management, performance  
appraisal, employee participation, training and development, career growth opportunities, and work-life balance  
initiatives. (Sonar & Pandey, 2023)  
Strategic HR practices are widely recognized as essential determinants of employee retention. Effective HR  
systems improve employee satisfaction by ensuring fair compensation, recognition, skill development, and  
career advancement opportunities. (Lodhi &Ahmad, 2025) Employees are more likely to remain in organizations  
where they perceive organizational support and professional growth opportunities.  
Training and development programs enhance employees’ competencies and career prospects, increasing their  
organizational commitment. Similarly, fair performance appraisal systems and transparent reward mechanisms  
foster trust and motivation among employees. (Pratiwi et al., 2024) Compensation and benefits also play an  
important role in reducing employee turnover by addressing employees’ financial and social needs.  
Studies have further shown that participative HR practices strengthen employee engagement and psychological  
attachment to the organization. When employees are involved in organizational decision-making processes, they  
develop a stronger sense of belonging and loyalty. Flexible work arrangements and supportive workplace  
policies also contribute positively to retention outcomes. (Ogu, 2024)  
In contrast, inadequate HR practices such as unfair evaluations, lack of recognition, limited career opportunities,  
and poor communication can negatively affect employee morale and increase turnover intentions. Therefore,  
organizations must implement employee-centered HR strategies to retain talented employees effectively.  
Accordingly, the following hypothesis is proposed:  
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H2: HR practices have a significant positive effect on employee retention.  
Moderating Role of HR Practices  
Moderation occurs when the relationship between an independent variable and a dependent variable changes  
depending on the level of another variable. In this study, HR practices are proposed as a moderating variable  
influencing the relationship between ethical work environment and employee retention. (Okunhon et al., 2025)  
An ethical work environment alone may not be sufficient to ensure high levels of employee retention unless it is  
supported by strong HR practices. HR systems operationalize organizational values through policies and  
procedures related to employee welfare, fairness, rewards, communication, and development opportunities  
(Valecha, 2022). Thus, HR practices can strengthen employees’ positive perceptions of the ethical climate.  
Organizations with ethical cultures and effective HR practices are likely to experience stronger employee  
commitment and lower turnover intentions. For example, ethical values supported by fair appraisal systems,  
transparent promotion policies, and employee development programs can enhance employees’ trust in the  
organization. This integrated approach creates a supportive organizational environment that encourages long-  
term employee retention.  
On the other hand, weak HR practices may reduce the positive impact of ethical work environments. Employees  
may perceive inconsistency between organizational ethical values and actual HR policies, leading to  
dissatisfaction and reduced trust. (Valecha, 2022) Therefore, HR practices play a critical role in translating ethical  
organizational values into positive employee outcomes.  
Despite the theoretical importance of HR practices as a moderating variable, empirical studies examining this  
interaction remain limited. This study aims to address this gap by investigating whether HR practices strengthen  
the positive relationship between ethical work environment and employee retention.  
Thus, the following hypothesis is formulated:  
H3: HR practices significantly moderate the relationship between ethical work environment and employee  
retention.  
The framework proposes that ethical work environment positively influences employee retention, while HR  
practices both directly influence employee retention and moderate the relationship between ethical work  
environment and employee retention.  
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METHODOLOGY  
Pilot Study, Data Collection and Respondent Profile  
This study was conducted among employees working in Technopark (Thiruvananthapuram), Infopark (Kochi),  
and Cyberpark (Kozhikode). Following a successful pilot study involving 100 respondents, the final structured  
questionnaire was distributed through Google Forms, LinkedIn employee groups, WhatsApp groups, and  
professional organizational networks.  
• Total questionnaires distributed: 520  
• Responses received: 505 (Response rate: 97.1%)  
Valid responses analyzed: 492 (Validity rate: 97.4%)  
Category  
Sub-category  
Male  
Frequency  
286  
Percentage  
58.1  
Gender  
Gender  
Female  
206  
41.9  
Gender Total  
Age Range  
Age Range  
Age Range  
Age Range Total  
492  
100.0  
37.4  
21–30  
184  
31–40  
198  
40.2  
41 and Above  
110  
22.4  
492  
100.0  
35.8  
Employment  
Experience  
Below 5 Years  
5–10 Years  
176  
Employment  
Experience  
192  
124  
492  
198  
176  
118  
492  
39.0  
25.2  
100.0  
40.2  
35.8  
24.0  
100.0  
Employment  
Experience  
Above 10 Years  
Employment  
Experience Total  
Organization  
Location  
Technopark  
Infopark  
Organization  
Location  
Organization  
Location  
Cyberpark  
Overall Total  
Measures  
The study examined the relationship between Ethical Work Environment (EWE) and Employee Retention  
(ER), with HR Practices (HRP) acting as a moderating variable.  
• Ethical Work Environment (EWE): Adapted 6-item scale measuring organizational fairness, transparency,  
ethical leadership, accountability, and workplace trust. Cronbach’s Alpha: 0.884  
• Employee Retention (ER): Adapted 6-item scale measuring organizational commitment, retention intention,  
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job satisfaction, and loyalty. Cronbach’s Alpha: 0.871  
• HR Practices (HRP): Adapted 6-item scale measuring compensation fairness, employee welfare, training  
opportunities, performance appraisal systems, and career development support. Cronbach’s Alpha: 0.893  
Data Analysis and Statistical Results  
The final valid sample was used for quantitative analysis. The study assessed the measurement model and  
structural model using standard SEM-based procedures. Before testing the hypotheses, the data were examined  
for normality, reliability, convergent validity, discriminant validity, and model fit. The structural relationship  
between Ethical Work Environment (EWE) and Employee Retention (ER), and the moderating effect of HR  
Practices (HRP), were then evaluated using path coefficients, t-values, and p-values.  
Normality Test with Skewness and Kurtosis  
Normality was assessed using skewness and kurtosis values. Skewness indicates the symmetry of the  
distribution, while kurtosis shows whether the distribution is peaked or flat. Values between -2 and +2 are  
generally considered acceptable for multivariate statistical analysis. The results show that all constructs fall  
within the acceptable threshold, indicating that the dataset is suitable for further SEM analysis.  
Table 1: Normality Test with Skewness and Kurtosis  
Construct  
Skewness  
Kurtosis  
Interpretation  
Ethical Work  
Environment (EWE)  
-0.632  
0.918  
Acceptable normality  
Employee Retention  
(ER)  
-0.571  
-0.618  
0.842  
0.996  
Acceptable normality  
Acceptable normality  
HR Practices (HRP)  
Reliability and Convergent Validity  
Reliability and convergent validity were examined using Cronbach’s Alpha, Composite Reliability (CR), and  
Average Variance Extracted (AVE). Cronbach’s Alpha and CR values above 0.70 indicate good internal  
consistency among the items used to measure each construct. AVE values above 0.50 indicate that the  
construct explains more than half of the variance of its indicators. The results confirm that all constructs satisfy  
the recommended thresholds, establishing adequate reliability and convergent validity.  
Table 2: Reliability and Convergent Validity  
Cronbach’s  
Alpha  
Composite  
Reliability (CR)  
Construct  
AVE  
Result  
Ethical Work  
Environment  
(EWE)  
0.884  
0.913  
0.628  
Accepted  
Employee  
Retention (ER)  
0.871  
0.893  
0.901  
0.924  
0.603  
0.669  
Accepted  
Accepted  
HR Practices  
(HRP)  
Discriminant Validity (Fornell-Larcker Criterion)  
Discriminant validity was assessed using the Fornell-Larcker criterion. According to this criterion, the square  
root of AVE for each construct should be greater than its correlations with other constructs. The diagonal values  
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in the table represent the square root of AVE. Since each diagonal value is higher than the corresponding inter-  
construct correlations, discriminant validity is established. This confirms that EWE, ER, and HRP are statistically  
distinct constructs.  
Table 3: Discriminant Validity - Fornell-Larcker Criterion  
Construct  
EWE  
ER  
HRP  
Ethical Work  
Environment (EWE)  
0.792  
Employee Retention  
(ER)  
0.574  
0.638  
0.776  
0.522  
HR Practices (HRP)  
0.818  
Model Fit Indices  
Model fit indices were assessed to determine whether the proposed moderation model adequately represented  
the observed data. The SRMR value was below 0.08, indicating a good approximate fit. The NFI and CFI values  
were above 0.90, showing acceptable incremental fit. The RMSEA value was below 0.08 and the Chi-square/df  
ratio was below 3.00, confirming the adequacy of the proposed structural model.  
Table 4: Model Fit Indices  
Fit Index  
SRMR  
Obtained Value  
0.054  
Recommended Value  
Interpretation  
Good fit  
< 0.08  
> 0.90  
> 0.90  
< 0.08  
< 3.00  
NFI  
0.931  
Acceptable fit  
Good fit  
CFI  
0.956  
RMSEA  
Chi-square/df  
0.043  
Good fit  
2.114  
Acceptable fit  
Hypothesis Test Results  
Hypothesis testing was conducted using standardized beta coefficients, t-values, and p-values. The direct effect  
of Ethical Work Environment on Employee Retention was positive and statistically significant, indicating that  
ethical workplace conditions improve employees’ intention to remain with the organization. HR Practices also  
showed a positive direct effect on Employee Retention. In addition, the interaction effect between Ethical Work  
Environment and HR Practices was statistically significant, confirming that HR Practices strengthen the  
relationship between ethical work conditions and employee retention.  
Table 5: Hypothesis Test Results  
Hypothesis  
Relationship  
EWE -> ER  
HRP -> ER  
Beta  
t-value  
10.216  
7.184  
p-value  
< 0.001  
< 0.001  
Result  
H1  
H2  
0.492  
0.337  
Supported  
Supported  
EWE x HRP -  
> ER  
Moderation  
supported  
H3  
0.284  
6.392  
< 0.001  
Analysis and Interpretation  
The statistical findings indicate that an ethical work environment has a strong and positive influence on employee  
retention. Employees who perceive fairness, transparency, ethical leadership, accountability, and workplace trust  
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are more likely to remain committed to the organization. This suggests that ethical workplace conditions reduce  
uncertainty, strengthen psychological safety, and improve employees’ emotional attachment to the organization.  
The findings also show that HR Practices significantly influence employee retention. Fair compensation systems,  
career development opportunities, training support, employee welfare measures, transparent performance  
appraisal, and work-life balance initiatives increase employees’ satisfaction and organizational loyalty. The  
significant moderation effect confirms that the positive influence of an ethical work environment becomes  
stronger when HR Practices are supportive and employee-centered. Therefore, organizations should not treat  
ethical culture and HR systems as separate areas; both must work together to retain employees effectively.  
Limitations of the Study  
The study was limited to employees working in selected technology parks in Kerala, and therefore the  
findings may not be fully generalizable to employees in all sectors or regions.  
The study adopted a cross-sectional design, which captures employee perceptions at one point in time  
and does not examine long-term changes in retention behavior.  
The data were collected using self-reported questionnaires, which may be influenced by personal bias or  
social desirability bias.  
The study focused only on Ethical Work Environment, Employee Retention, and HR Practices; other  
variables such as leadership style, compensation satisfaction, job stress, and organizational culture were  
not included.  
The moderation analysis was based on survey responses and may not fully capture complex  
organizational realities or informal workplace practices.  
Future Research Suggestions  
Future studies may expand the sample to include employees from other sectors such as banking,  
education, healthcare, manufacturing, and public administration.  
Longitudinal studies may be conducted to examine how ethical work environments and HR practices  
influence employee retention over time.  
Future researchers may include additional mediating or moderating variables such as job satisfaction,  
organizational commitment, employee engagement, leadership style, and work-life balance.  
Comparative studies between IT parks, corporate offices, startups, and public-sector organizations may  
provide deeper insights into employee retention patterns.  
Mixed-method research using interviews and focus group discussions may provide richer qualitative  
insights into employees’ workplace experiences and retention decisions.  
CONCLUSION  
The study concludes that Ethical Work Environment and HR Practices play a significant role in improving  
Employee Retention. The results demonstrate that ethical workplace conditions, including fairness, transparency,  
integrity, and ethical leadership, positively influence employees’ willingness to remain in the organization. HR  
Practices also directly contribute to employee retention by providing support, recognition, career growth, and  
fair treatment.  
The moderation result further confirms that HR Practices strengthen the relationship between Ethical Work  
Environment and Employee Retention. This means that even when an organization maintains ethical standards,  
the retention effect becomes stronger when employees also experience fair and supportive HR systems. The  
study highlights the need for organizations to integrate ethical culture with employee-centered HR practices to  
build long-term commitment, reduce turnover, and improve organizational sustainability.  
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