More of China’s graduates choose to work in second-tier cities
Shanghai and Beijing are losing their shine as cities of choice for graduates. Those in the know are choosing satellite and second-tier cities.
DBS Bank: Seven skills for the future finance professional
Paul Cobban, Chief Data and Transformation Officer for DBS Bank, highlights the seven vital skills that bankers will need in the era of Industry 4.0.
US tech firms plan Asian expansion to secure talent
Companies in the US are gearing up to expand into Asian markets. They are in search of new talent, as well as customers.
The advanced economy in urgent need of AI talent
Companies are taking matters into their own hands as the third biggest economy in the world isn’t training up enough experts in artificial intelligence
Duterte vetoes contract labour bill in the Philippines
The issue of contractors’ rights continues to stir in the Philippines, with the President blocking a bill that he once supported.
Singapore’s new move to tackle talent crunch technology
Singapore launches initiative to make hiring of foreign talent in the tech industry easier due to an industry-wide shortage.
Malaysian court strikes blow to human traffickers
A foreign worker has won a landmark court case over almost five years of unpaid wages, as the government pledges to get tough on forced labour.
Employers responsible for preventing workers’ burnout: Hays
Recruitment consultancy Hays has warned of the dangers of workaholic tendencies. These are rising due to the war for talent and technology.
Research: Employees still don’t have the digital tools they need
Employees recognise there needs to be more collaboration between HR and IT, in order for digital transformation initiatives to take hold.
Indonesia struggles to find talent despite “relaxed work culture”
Indonesia is facing a talent crunch and businesses are enticing workers with attractive offerings beyond financial compensation, a new report has found.
HRM Magazine Asia – July-August issue out now
The July-August issue of HRM Magazine Asia is now available online. Check out the contents, including a full wrap of HR Festival Asia, here.
The risks for employers in China’s growing #MeToo movement
Matthew Durham, with Simmons & Simmons, says the law on sexual harassment in Mainland China is rapidly catching up to societal change.
The five most-read HRM Asia stories from July 2019
The biggest stories of July included an in-depth look at people and culture within AirAsia, and the comprehensive restructure of Deutsche Bank.
The complex world of flexible benefits and CPF in Singapore
Singapore’s Central Provident Fund payment rules can be confusing. TMF Group’s Aileen Ng shares some of the places where HR can go wrong.
Are slow hiring decisions dragging organisations down?
New research from Gartner shows indecision at the hiring stage could be costing organisations much more than just first chance at the best talent.
Jobless rate for Singapore continues to climb
Singapore’s unemployment rate rose to 3.1% in second quarter statistics released this month, following on from an increase in the first quarter.
Australia seeks to criminalise “wage theft” from employers
Australia is planning new laws that allow for criminal penalties against businesses that underpay their staff or avoid statutory retirement benefits.
South Korea to punish business owners as bullying becomes rife
South Korea has moved to hold business owners more accountable for bullying within their workplaces.
Talents choose Singapore as top location in Asia for work
Talents have cited Singapore as the best location for work in Asia. China has come in second, with Taiwanese and Hong Kong talent preferring it.
Nissan slashes jobs worldwide to cut losses
Nissan is set to cut jobs worldwide in an attempt to reduce financial losses. The car giant has seen its worst results over the first half of the year.
3.3 million now in India’s flexi-workforce
A new report has found India now has 3.3 million people employed in flexible, or contract, roles, with the population set to grow even more.
Celebrity chef to pay back $8 million in staff underpayments
One of Australia’s most famous celebrity chefs will pay back millions to staff of his MADE Establishment restaurant group.
Accommodation for every business traveller
The world may be more digitally connected, but that hasn’t slowed down the need for business travel. Ascott is expanding its brand portfolio in response.
Kenyan employees say healthcare is the best perk
A new study has found that professional workers in Nairobi value company-sponsored healthcare above all other corporate benefits.
The impact of China’s “996” debate on foreign IT companies
Jessie Ye, an Associate Director with TMF Group in China, says IT companies should resist the domestic industry pressure for 12 hours shifts.
Law change creates new recruitment ground
Thanks to a recent law change, some of Japan’s biggest employers are now targeting Southeast Asia labour markets for new recruits.
Unlimited vacation time is becoming a trend
More and more employers in the US are offering open-ended vacation packages as part of their advertised roles, jobs site Indeed has found.
Employers balk at funding paternity leave
A new paternity leave scheme offers new fathers three days leave, but employers are urging the government not to leave them with the bill.
Pressure group calls for guaranteed hours
The Living Wage Foundation in the UK says employers should offer their part-time and casual staff a minimum of 16 hours’ work per week.
Deutsche Bank overhaul to cost 18,000 jobs
Deutsche Bank has announced an unprecedented restructure that will see its global workforce reduced by almost 20%.