Employers legally responsible for preventing sexual harassment at work
The Australian Human Rights Commission is now legally empowered to enforce rules to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Taiwan sees average monthly wages rise in recovery
Taiwan continues to enjoy rising employment, but at slower rates due to the rise in inflation amid post-pandemic recovery.
Minimum wage hike stalled in Thailand
Thailand’s PM Srettha Thavisin expressed dissatisfaction with the wage hike proposed, deeming it insufficient to tackle living costs.
Facilities for disabled people in Japan face serious labour shortage
Due to the rising ageing population and low wages, labour shortages in facilities for disabled people are increasing.
Multiple trade unions can help in wage talks, says Malaysian ex-MP
Having more than one trade union would be helpful in creating a competitive environment to battle for employee rights, a former MP opined.
How to defeat microaggressions in the workplace
A new research study revealed the parties most affected by microaggressions in the workplace, and solutions to tackle and remedy the situation.
Salaried jobs fall in Australia between October and November
Statistics reveal that the number of payroll jobs between Australian states fell as temporary jobs created during the period end.
Hiring neurodivergent employees: what to do and not do
Employers could do more to lower the barriers of hiring at work for neurodivergent applicants, as well as create a safe working environment.
More women willing to invest in upskilling than men in India
Female professionals are more willing to put in time and effort than men to take on courses that will position themselves in leadership roles.
Civil servants first with new remuneration scheme in Malaysia
To address economic issues faced in the country, Malaysia’s Prime Minister is reviewing salaries of employees, starting with civil servants.
Work-life balance a priority for employees in Thailand
Employees in Thailand continue to seek jobs that push for work-life balance and wellbeing, and leaders can do more to push for organisational change.
More employees working onsite amidst return to office mandates
More leaders are urged to create positive hybrid work experiences to encourage more people back to the office, as the number of people working onsite rises.
EVP as the MVP: How to use benefits to keep talent
Atlas Consolidated’s Tanisha Kochhar talks about the importance of creating a benefits package driven by a compelling employee value proposition.
Job availability in Malaysia rises to record heights
The number of job vacancies available in Malaysia rose above the number from earlier this year to record heights in the second quarter of 2023.
Employee email privacy dispute rejected in Australia
An ex-employee’s complaint alleging private information access on a work laptop was dismissed in Australia for not violating privacy laws.
Creating a fun work environment for hybrid work employees
Fun can be availed to employees in hybrid work if managers are able to exemplify the behaviour and not force it onto their teams.
Pilot run for progressive wage model in Malaysia to start next year
The pilot run will involve 1,000 organisations, and the effects of the pilot will be used to evaluate the success of implementing the wage model in Malaysia.
Employee error the biggest cause of cyber-security issues in Asia-Pacific
A significant number of cybersecurity issues in multiple organisations were caused by employee error, research has found.
Employees in Australia deem working from home “costly’
As the number of employees working remotely rises, so do expenses incurred that have to be covered by the employee instead of the employer, research says.
South Korea increases job hiring this year, youth hiring falls
The country sees an increase in paid employees this year, but also sees a decline in hiring younger employees in their 20s or younger.
ADP and Convera partner to deliver a streamlined payroll solution
The partnership will offer organisations an integrated platform for efficient, compliant, and secure global payroll operations.
Postgraduate salaries gap reduced between genders in Australia
The median salaries earned between genders who are postgraduate degree holders are experiencing a narrowing gap throughout the years.
Employment rate of women in South Korea rises
The increase in female employment in South Korea has been attributed to more women returning to the workplace after the pandemic.
Pregnant employees cannot be subject to firing in Malaysia
Employers who fire female employees for being on maternity or sick leave during pregnancy will be subject to prosecution, said the Deputy HR Minister.
How employers and managers can build a neuroinclusive workplace
More can be done for neurodivergent employees in the workplace, says a report analysing the inclusivity of organisations.
IT employees in India see poor work-life balance
Employees in India’s IT industry are found clocking more hours than the average, prompting calls for changes.
Shaping HR for 2024 and beyond: CHRO Malaysia
CHRO Malaysia will provide HR leaders with an opportunity to learn and develop effective people and organisational strategies for 2024.
Self-regulation might resolve Australian gig-economy woes better
Self-regulation in Australia’s gig economy could create collaborative workplaces and innovative relationships beyond the government’s proposals.
Malaysia to improve social security scheme for self-employed
Enhancing the scheme’s coverage for any unforeseen circumstances is an area of focus, said the Deputy HR Minister.
Trade union coalition in Taiwan calls for pension rate hike
Employees under the current Labour Pension Act are calling for a higher increase in employer contributions to their pension funds.