Why the contractor boom in Asia-Pacific demands a rethink on talent strategy
The contractor surge in Asia-Pacific signals opportunity but navigating compliance and crafting regionally smart benefits is now essential for growth.
Innovation and ownership: The cornerstones of COURTS Singapore’s enduring success
COURTS Singapore redefines talent strategy by cultivating a culture of ownership, innovation, and growth to drive long-term performance.
The borderless workforce: Navigating the new era of global hiring in Asia-Pacific
Remote work is reshaping talent strategies across Asia-Pacific, promoting organisations to embrace global hiring, integrated platforms, and flexible workforce models.
Feeling is performing: How authentic emotional expression unlocks team success
Longchamp’s Mollie Rogers Jean De Dieu believes emotional awareness is essential to modern leadership, transforming workplace culture through empathy, vulnerability, and inclusive communication.
Singapore workforce more confident, but rising stress and falling job satisfaction create a widening rift
Singapore’s workforce feels more aligned and confident, yet surging stress and declining satisfaction point to mounting pressures on employee wellbeing.
What’s the secret to a more innovative workforce? New research points to LGBTQ+ inclusion
LGBTQ+ inclusivity is emerging as a competitive edge, with research linking progressive policies to stronger innovation and employee engagement.
Drop in CFO turnover puts spotlight on succession planning for APAC HR leaders
A decline in CFO turnover signals Asia-Pacific’s deep-rooted preference for internal talent, continuity, and family-driven leadership cultures.
New Zealand boosts parental leave payments starting July
Working parents in New Zealand will receive increased paid parental leave from July 1, with weekly payments rising to NZ$788.66.
The human-centred AI revolution in HR: Beyond efficiency to empowerment
Dayforce’s James Saxton urges HR leaders to prioritise ethics and employee values as AI adoption in HR accelerates.
Innovating HR in Asia: Schneider Electric’s blueprint for business and human impact
With Monica Chia at the helm of HR in Asia, Schneider Electric is driving a transformative “people-first” approach that redefines business success for over 13,000 employees.
Why the future of work depends on the future of learning
Dr Samson Tan reflects on Singapore’s future-ready workforce, sharing insights on AI, lifelong learning, and evolving adult education models.
Global gender gap narrows, but Asia faces persistent challenges in achieving parity
Although women comprise over 40% of the global workforce, their climb to leadership remains slow.
“Architects of people and culture”: Inside Shiseido’s award-winning HR strategy
Under Roselin Lee’s leadership, Shiseido Asia Pacific is redefining HR with a purpose-driven, inclusive culture that empowers people.
Silence over harassment persists in South Korean workplaces despite stronger prevention policies
A government survey finds 75.2% of employees in South Korea who experienced sexual harassment did not report, highlighting persistent workplace gaps.
Singapore’s Q3 hiring outlook holds steady amid global uncertainty
With 43% of employers planning to hire, Singapore’s labour market signals resilience and agility amid global uncertainty and shifting priorities.
Beyond 60: Why HR holds the key to a human-centred retirement rethink
Raising the retirement age may ease fiscal strain—but as Jennifer Dunbar warns, it risks unbalancing lives without HR foresight.
Bill mandating P200 wage hike passed in the Philippines
The House of Representatives has approved a landmark P200 daily wage hike bill.
Call for entries: HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 nominations underway
Nominations are now open for HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, celebrating Asia’s top HR partners and innovators.
The future of tech: Where business success meets social responsibility
In tech’s race for innovation, NTT Data’s John Lombard proves purpose, inclusion, and empathy are the fundamental drivers of lasting transformation.
Hong Kong raises age cap for skilled foreign employees to address labour shortage
Hong Kong has raised the age limit for skilled foreign employees to 40 to tackle acute labour shortages in technical sectors.
CHRO Indonesia 2025 to address HR’s AI-powered future
Indonesia’s top HR leaders will gather at CHRO Indonesia 2025 to explore AI, innovation, and the future of work.
Talent crunch in Asia-Pacific drives focus on reskilling and strategic human capital planning
Half of Asia-Pacific executives struggle to attract and retain talent, urging HR to drive digital transformation and human-centred skill development, says Forvis Mazars’ Iris Goh.
Singapore private uni grads face tougher job market
Fewer than half of private school graduates secured full-time jobs in 2024, widening the employment gap with autonomous university peers.
DKSH’s AI-powered recruitment: Beyond the hype to real-world impact in Asia
To unlock the true power of AI in hiring, DKSH proves that strategy, empathy, and execution matter more than hype.
Beyond automation: Thailand HR Tech explores the human side of HR transformation
As technology reshapes the world of work, Thailand HR Tech 2025 invites leaders to co-create a future built on trust and purpose.
Taiwan’s jobless rate hits 25-year low for April
Taiwan’s jobless rate held steady in April at 3.36%, as unemployment fell by 4,000, signalling sustained labour market stability.
Calls grow for flexible options as Malaysia considers raising retirement age
Malaysia’s proposal to raise the retirement age to 65 sparks calls for flexibility to support both older and younger employees.
Breaking the corporate mould: The case of starting your career at a startup
Drawn to impact and agility, Chee Cui Xia chose the startup path early—and became the youngest Chief of Staff at her company.
AI disruption to hit women’s jobs harder, says ILO report
AI is set to transform nearly 10% of female-dominated jobs, particularly in clerical roles, reshaping work in high-income countries.
The silent exodus? Is menopause costing APAC firms top female talent?
A silent challenge is driving top talent away—menopause. HeyVenus’ Christina Ang says it’s time organisations lead with empathy and strategy.