Employers in India fear legal woes under Wage Code
Employers fear the new Wage Code could open the door to a greater number of employee complaints and unfounded prosecutions.
PayPal wants more women to enter tech sector
There is a huge imbalance when it comes to gender in the dynamic technology space.
Boom in fintech hiring as Singapore expands status its financial hub
Employment within Singapore’s fintech industry appears strong with hiring expected to increase substantially over the coming 12 to 36 months
HRM Five: Incentives for your employees to go healthy
Incentives for staff to go healthy are now the trend, with plenty of long-term savings and productivity boosts for workforces that have a healthier edge.
Malaysian government needs to step up for 4th IR
Malaysian industries need to step up and take on the fourth Industrial Revolution, according to the International Data Corporation.
Positive candidate experiences made easy, and effective
A strong employer brand starts from the first moment a candidate interacts with the organisation – as the startup team behind mathilda® explains.
Thailand to hire 180,000 Indians for tech sector
Thailand seeks to hire 180, 000 IT workers from India, while Indian tech companies are urged to expand to West.
Working anywhere, anytime is more productive than working from home
Allowing complete flexibility in where and when to work leads to higher productivity according to Harvard Business School
Employees in technology sectors in Asia like to job hop
Turnover has increased in 8 out of 10 markets across the region as recruitment ramps up during the last quarter
New Zealand to allow employers to pay salaries using cryptocurrency
It becomes the first country to let companies use digital currencies to pay workers
Thai Airways union lambasts plan to buy more planes
Thai Airways union furious over plan to buy and lease more planes as seen to add strain to debt status.
Employers in Hong Kong scramble for the shrinking middle ground
As protests in Hong Kong continue, many global companies are launching contingency plans for their businesses and employees.
Readers’ Choice Awards 2019: Nominations closing soon
There are just a few slots remaining for nominees in HRM Asia’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the action.
China issues warning to Philippines over treatment of its citizens
Chinese workers are in high demand in online gaming hubs in the Philippines but they could be working illegally it warns.
Asian employers keen to employ overseas returnees
Companies value the experience they bring to the table with Hong Kong the most eager to employ returnees.
New research shows the power of word choice in job descriptions
A LinkedIn report highlights the distinct word choices that can discourage women from applying for jobs.
Cathay Pacific CEO Rupert Hogg resigns over Hong Kong protests
Cathay Pacific CEO Rupert Hogg has resigned over the Hong Kong protests. the first casualty of China’s warning to the business sector.
More than 50 Singaporean companies voluntarily raise retirement age
Proactive employers are increasing retirement and re-employment ages for their senior staff beyond the legal requirements
China’s workers choose new economy over old
The services sector is attracting top talent as China’s economy shifts away from the manufacturing industry that powered its growth previously.
HRM Five: Essential traits of a Chief HR Officer
In this age of disruption, leading the HR function is both vital and challenging. These are the essential traits of a Chief HR Officer.
Malaysian workers suffer from “hire-and-fire” approach from employers
A rise in ‘’dishonest acts’’ by Malaysian bosses has prompted a trade union group to wade in to help protect workers
Indonesia to overhaul generous payouts for fired workers
Employers worry that Southeast Asia’s largest economy has been losing ground due to its strict labour laws.
IBM accused of widespread age discrimination in the US
In an unrelated civil court case, a former HR leader at IBM has said that massive layoffs were part of an effort to appeal to millennial talent.
Developers are in hot demand – but which universities produce the best?
A new survey ranks the educational institutions that provide the key skills needed for today’s technology graduates.
Rising ranks of unemployed youth worry Asian policymakers
Youth unemployment is high in China, India, and South Korea with the supply of graduates outpacing the number of new job vacancies being created.
Cathay Pacific staff warned off Hong Kong protests
The Hong Kong-based airline has issued a warning to staff as local protests escalate throughout the city and shut down the airport.
Singapore recognises more than 30 skills-focused employers
Singapore has presented SkillsFuture Employer Awards in recognition of employers who support life-long learning and retraining.
Asian learners flock to global education platform
Upskilling is proving popular in the region with technology, programming, and data courses striking the right note with users.
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.