Why Malaysia is adopting a progressive wage policy
A progressive wage policy will ensure employees are fairly rewarded for their contributions, suggested Malaysia’s Economy Minister.
Stay employable by learning digital skills, employees in Malaysia told
Jobs of the future will be driven by digital technology and employees need to gain new skills to be part of this future, according to a Malaysian minister.
Driving sustainability and net zero goals in Malaysia
The newly launched iESG Framework aims to expedite sustainability goals within seven years, with Phase 1.0 spanning from 2024 to 2026.
Employees in Malaysia urged to focus on reskilling and upskilling
The Malaysian Employers Federation has encouraged employees to upgrade their skills as more firms embrace new technologies in the workplace.
Employers in Malaysia seek guidelines for wage policy implementation
More transparency is needed to ensure proposed cash incentives are not abused and are properly utilised, employers argue.
Why good employees in South-East Asia leave for overseas
More employees are seeking better career opportunities by moving overseas, and employers can do more to retain their best talent.
Malaysia encourages wage policy compliance with cash incentives
The Progressive Wage Policy aims to enhance workforce productivity through skills training, benefitting both employees and employers.
Salary reconsideration required to attract top talent in Malaysia
Increasing living costs is pushing more employees to prioritise financial compensation as the main reason for accepting a job offer.
Keeping the best talent in Malaysia… comes with a price
To keep talented employees in the country, Malaysia must be prepared to pay competitive salaries, suggested a Deputy Minister.
Elevating human capital development in Malaysia
Through the National Training Index (NTI), Malaysia’s workforce development will be better evaluated, and policies will be shaped accordingly.
Malaysia outlines efforts to boost female labour participation
Malaysia is targeting 60% female labour participation through policy enhancements, ecosystem support, and training.
CIPD looks to shape the future of Malaysia’s HR landscape
A new Advisory Committee aims to cultivate HR capabilities, and guide research and engagement of HR personnel.
Minimum wage in Malaysia dictated by progressive wage system
Private employers are encouraged to focus on fair compensation for skilled employees to raise the productivity of the country’s workforce.
Malaysia explores full salary transparency in job postings
To help graduates make better decisions when applying for new jobs, the government is proposing that job adverts openly declare salary ranges.
Malaysia considers progressive wage policy to raise salaries
The main goal of the proposed policy is to raise stagnated salary growth to help more people cope with the cost of living.
Formal employees in Malaysia see increase in median monthly wages
In March 2023, a formal workforce of 6.45 million saw male employees receive marginally higher salaries than their female counterparts.
Upskilling Malaysia’s p-hailing drivers for future career transition
Skills programmes for riders to explore alternative careers are being advocated by Malaysian P-Hailing Riders Association.
Getting women back to work by addressing childcare needs
The Malaysian government has been urged to invest in more childcare options to encourage more women to re-enter the workforce.
Elevating wages key component of Malaysia’s new economy plan
Over the next decade, the government will focus on raising minimum wage to match costs of living, as well as increasing female workforce representation.
New JobStreet platform addresses L&D needs of employees in Malaysia
The seekMAX platform provides content that supports employees with career advice and ways to upskill and grow their careers.
Rethinking employee benefits to attract and retain talent
As the talent war continues to intensify, employers in Malaysia are looking to invest in benefits that differentiate them from the competition.
Malaysia proposes progressive wage model to bridge salary gap
As part of the proposed model, mandatory salary increments will be introduced annually to address wage inequality.
Employees in Malaysia lack opportunities to upskill and reskill
While employees in Malaysia recognise that upskilling and reskilling is essential, many are not receiving opportunities from their employers.
Concerns over inadequate retirement savings in Malaysia
Only 30% of active members and 18% of total members meet the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) retirement savings benchmark.
Inflation worries after minimum wage enforced in Malaysia
The country’s minimum wage enforcement raises inflation risk, but the government is aiming for wage-price balance to help cope with the cost of living.
How CHROs can shape organisational and workforce transformation
HRM Asia’s CHRO Series will provide key insights for HR and business leaders in South-East Asia to develop their people strategies for 2024.
Skills upgrades necessary to keep employees in Malaysia relevant
Millions of Malaysians risk losing their job by 2030 if they do not improve their skills to meet industry needs, says HR Minister V Sivakumar.
Consistency in defining wages called for in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation is calling for a clear definition of wages, as its current ambiguity is causing mismatched salaries for employees.
Prioritise mental health for a stronger workforce, employers in Malaysia told
To boost productivity and business results, employers must prioritise their employees’ mental wellbeing, says a NGO in Malaysia.
Employees in Malaysia urged to adopt lifelong learning goal
The Secretary-General of Malaysia’s HR Ministry is encouraging employees in Malaysia to reskill and upskill themselves to remain relevant.