Senior's Employability and Institutional Determinants of Intrapreneurship Capabilities

This research applies institutional theory to examine how systemic institutional factors influence recruitment practices, particularly concerning senior intrapreneurs and responsible employment. Utilizing three‐dimensional framework—regulatory, normative, and cognitive institutions—we analyze how formal regulations, societal norms, and shared beliefs facilitate the demand for skills and perceived value of senior intrapreneurs. It addresses the limitations of intrapreneurial senior recruitment from a managerial perspective. The study investigated 409 Australian firms of various sizes and industries by examining the three‐dimensional influence of a country's institutional profile and the perceptions of managers on the responsible employability of seniors. The data were analyzed using AMOS SEM. The findings reveal that among the three dimensions, only the normative orientation significantly impacts senior employability responsibility, with perceived skills also playing a significant meditating role. Given the implications for senior intrapreneurial talents, push and pull strategies are suggested, besides theoretical, practical implications, and suggestions for future research.