How innovative employee benefits unlocks talent potential
UOB’s Dean Tong shares how the bank’s employee benefits programme is fostering workplace excellence and attracting diverse talent in finance.
Jobseekers in Singapore flock to MNCs for growth and global experience
Amidst a talent crunch, employees in Singapore are seeking to join global MNCs, drawn by career advancement and diverse work environments.
How great employee benefits can drive up talent acquisition
Jacklyn Tan, Regional Director of Employee Benefits, Asia, Howden, shares how a well-strategised benefits package can boost employment rate and retention.
The Philippines sees increase in full employment
The Philippines is seeing a rise in people with full, permanent employment, despite a rise in unemployment.
Creativity at work a key to social bonds between employees
Research from the University of Maryland shows that giving employees creative tasks to work on together creates stronger relationship ties.
Psychological safety: What employers need to know
When employers are creating an unsafe environment for their employees, HR needs to step in to create safe spaces for productivity and efficiency.
Salaries in Singapore to rise in 2024 despite inflation woes
While salaries in 2023 saw a dip in the latter end of the year, employees in Singapore are expected to see an increase in their salaries in the new year.
Wipro mandates partial return to office
Employees of Wipro are told to return to work onsite at least three times a week with effect from 15 November 2023, after the Diwali festival.
Job vacancies in Taiwan hit record high as labour shortage persists
Taiwan’s number of jobs available has risen to 1.04 million this month, with an online job employment platform attributing this to the declining population.
Using private chat messaging at work? Face the consequences
An organisation in China has issued a decree to employees: use WeChat for personal chats at work, and you will be fined or even fired.
The four fundamental principles of employee engagement
Two experts detail advice to employers on how they can create more meaningful engagement moments with their employees.
HRM Asia congratulates Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 winners
Some of Asia’s best HR and HR tech solution providers were recognised at this year’s HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards.
AI usage and experience differ across different groups of employee
New research indicates that task-based employees benefited more from AI usage, while senior employees shied away from the technology.
Employers in Singapore prepare salary raise to attract and retain talent
With many organisations expecting a lack of skilled candidates in 2024, many are preparing more attractive pay packages for aspiring applicants.
Rising salaries projected in multiple job sectors in India
With more organisations looking to hire in 2024, employers across many sectors in India can expect to see wage increments in the new year.
How abusive leadership affects employees
Research focusing on the US and South Korea shows the mitigating effects of toxic leaders on employees and their initiative to act.
Harnessing technology to shape exceptional employee experience
Technology can streamline employee experience programmes, relieving HR leaders of a major burden, a recent Grab roundtable discussed.
Australia moves to boost economic equality for women
A working plan aims to reduce barriers for women in the workplace by providing opportunities to assume leadership positions and improve earning power.
New wage hike in Filipino region met with disapproval
A new wage increase, which looks to raise salaries by P30, is not enough to provide relief to employees in Western Visayas, say critics.
Employees in Australia receive nearly AU $500 million of lost wages
The large amount of money recovered is testament to efforts to create a culture of accountability and compliance, says the Fair Work Ombudsman.
More organisations empowering HR leaders to do more
The expectation placed on leaders has increased over the last three years, although they are now given more opportunities to effect change.
Amazon employees who defy RTO policies face termination
Amazon is reinforcing their return-to-office mandate for all employees, asking managers to fire those who do not comply.
Delhi sees rise in monthly minimum wages for unskilled employees
Employees working in the state capital are now some of the highest-earning in the country, according to the Delhi state government.
Creating a more inclusive workplace for unpaid caregivers in Australia
A new initiative looks to help employers better support employees who also have caregiving responsibilities alongside their paid jobs.
Singapore a top Asian destination for remote work
The country ranks high on digital and physical infrastructure, but is found wanting when it comes to metrics such as economic safety and cost of living.
C-Suite leaders embrace remote hiring to overcome skills shortages
More C-Suite leaders are reporting a rise in hiring remote employees due to a lack of resources, resulting in a more varied, capable workforce.
The biggest risk to cybersecurity? Employee burnout
With the rise of employee burnout threatening to push out more IT knowledge employees, leaders must lead by example to manage the crisis.
Malaysia government encourages private sector to raise salaries
Malaysia’s private sector, despite experiencing strong profits, is urged to mirror the government’s action and uplift employee salaries.
Should existing employees interview their potential managers?
Employees should not be on the interview panel choosing potential new managers and leaders due to inherent bias, says a Senior Leader at Amazon.
Budget 2024 looks to speed up job growth, increase salaries
Efforts to boost the labour market in Malaysia will see a six-pronged solution to help increase employment for women, amongst other initiatives.