This study aims to determine the effect of work-life balance, work stress, and career development on employee retention at Mixue Banda Aceh. This study uses a quantitative method with a sampling technique, namely Simple Random Sampling. Research data were collected from 46 employees at several Mixue outlet branches in Banda Aceh through distributing questionnaires using Google Form. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression analysis with the help of SPSS 26 software. The results of the study indicate that partially the work-life balance variable has a positive effect on employee retention with a calculated t value of 5.265, work stress has a negative effect on employee retention with a calculated t value of 1.708, and career development has a positive effect on employee retention with a calculated t value of 2.319 at Mixue Banda Aceh. In addition, simultaneously the worklife balance variable, work stress, and career development have a significant effect on employee retention at Mixue Banda Aceh with a calculated F value of 25.954. The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.650, or 65%, indicates that work-life balance, job stress, and career development explain 65% of employee retention, with the remaining 35% explained by other variables outside the study.