Abstract Employee retention continues to be a strategic imperative for modern organizations navigating an era of volatile economic conditions, talent shortages, and shifting employee expectations. This empirical study investigates the determinants of employee retention, emphasizing organizational commitment, job satisfaction, and work environment within general corporate organizations. A quantitative design was employed using a structured questionnaire distributed among 120 employees across multiple firms. The findings reveal that organizational commitment and job satisfaction exhibit significant positive effects on employee retention, with work environment exerting a moderate influence. Regression analysis indicates that these three factors collectively explain over 50% of the variance in retention outcomes. The study’s implications highlight the need for managerial strategies that foster loyalty, engagement, and supportive workplace cultures. By integrating contemporary literature (2015–2025) and empirical insights, this paper contributes to advancing human resource retention theory and offers actionable recommendations for corporate sustainability.