New Zealand to limit unjustified dismissal claims for high-paid employees
New Zealand’s upcoming policy will limit unjustified dismissal claims for employees earning over NZ$180,000, offering more contract flexibility.
Facing 2025: Share your HR insights in What’s Keeping HR Up at Night? survey
As AI reshapes workforces, HR Executive launches the What’s Keep HR Up at Night? survey to uncover HR’s top challenges and priorities.
Singapore’s labour market sees growth and challenges in 2024
Singapore’s labour market thrived in 2024 with rising incomes, low unemployment, and increased inclusivity despite demographic challenges.
Singapore’s lower-wage employees see income growth rebound
Singapore’s median nominal income rose to S$5,500 in 2024, narrowing the income gap as lower-wage earners saw faster growth.
Why early detection of workplace distress is a game-changer for HR
Stephanie Cruz advocates proactive mental health training, urging HR leaders to equip managers with tools for empathetic, human-centred workplace support.
This HR veteran’s advice about AI in HR in 2025? ‘Take a deep breath’
Kevin Cox, a seasoned HR leader, offers a contrarian view on AI in HR, urging professionals to focus on the bigger picture.
Menstrual leave gains momentum in workplaces in India
Amid rising awareness of employee wellbeing, India sees growing adoption of menstrual leave policies in workplaces and state mandates.
From AI to employee wellbeing: ADP reveals HR priorities for 2025
As organisations prepare for 2025, ADP highlights key HR trends, with a focus on employee wellbeing, skills development, and AI regulations.
Gen Z employees in the Philippines seek purpose and prosperity
Filipino Gen Z employees prioritise financial security, family support, and societal impact, reflecting a blend of pragmatism and purpose-driven goals.
Career interruptions plague nearly 70% of married women in South Korea
In the first half of 2024, 1.22 million married women left the workforce, with child-rearing identified as the primary reason.
Is Singapore ready for a four-day workweek?
Kadence’s Dave Cairns highlights global successes as employers in Singapore grapple with four-day workweek challenges.
Japan clamps down on debilitating overworked culture
If passed, a proposed new bill will mandate employers to ensure that their employees do not work for 14 consecutive days or more.
Deel launches White Label & Reseller Programmes for global HR
The new programmes streamline global HR management, enabling companies to offer branded, integrated payroll and onboarding solutions.
Employees in Singapore have more scope to report discrimination
When enacted, new legislation will create a safer environment for employees to bring up workplace grievances, without fair of unfair repercussions.
Harnessing AI for a people-first approach to customer experience
As AI becomes integral to organisations, redefining roles to foster human-AI collaboration is crucial, says Angie Tay, Group COO and EVP of TDCX.
Thinking skills: The new currency in the digital age
A new NTUC LearningHub report shows 94% of leaders consider thinking skills essential for boosting employee capabilities in a digital economy.
RTO mandate is not to drive voluntary turnover, says Amazon CEO
The call for employees to return to office is to strengthen Amazon’s culture and not to force employees out, CEO Andy Jassy insists.
UOB invests in employee development to drive future success
UOB’s Dean Tong highlights the necessity of reskilling and upskilling employees to thrive amid rapid technological changes.
How SIAEC’s total rewards strategy is meeting diverse employee needs
To ensure long-term sustainability, initiatives addressing employee needs are also aligned with SIAEC’s organisational priorities.
To disclose or not to disclose: The salary history dilemma
While sharing salary history may aid hiring managers in assessing a candidate’s market value, it risks perpetuating wage disparities for many jobseekers.
A four-day workweek? It’s not happening, say Singapore’s employers
An overwhelming majority of employers have rejected the notion of a four-day workweek, citing reasons like cost and loss of productivity.
Singapore’s AI growth: A game changer for talent management
The People Decoder’s Ksther Lim highlights Singapore’s rise as an AI hub, offering transformative opportunities for HR and talent management.
Return to office or face the sack, Starbucks employees told
Starting in January, corporate employees who fail to be in the office at least three days a week risk losing their jobs.
Smart tech and positive culture drives Canon’s workplace success
Canon Singapore’s Norman Ayob stresses that a people-centric work culture is key to retaining talent and driving organisational success.
Hiring and wage growth in Singapore to slow down in Q4
Hiring and wage growth are set to slow in Q4, despite strong Q3 employment gains in high-growth sectors like IT and healthcare.
Sustaining employee passion with job crafting
Job crafting empowers employees to shape tasks and goals, boosting engagement, satisfaction, and overall performance through sustained passion.
FedEx’s New VP for SEA leads efforts to strengthen people-first philosophy
In her new role, Bianca Wong will focus on creating an environment where employees are empowered to grow and thrive.
Grab employees told to return to office five days a week
Returning to a five-day work week aligns with Grab’s goals to do more for their mission and drive faster growth, says CEO Anthony Tan.
SHRI inspires shared responsibility via Hearts & Hands
SHRI’S new CSR initiative aims to build a legacy of positive change where shared responsibility is a cornerstone of sustainable success.
How Go-Ahead Singapore empowers its senior workforce
Go-Ahead Singapore is supporting senior employees with technology, wellness initiatives and flexible work opportunities.