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.
More enter the workforce in New Zealand despite unemployment hike
Both unemployment and employment rose in the June quarter as the proportion of people quantified as being available for work increased to 72.4%.
More employees faced mental health discrimination in Singapore
Even though employers have done more to combat workplace discrimination, mental health discrimination in the workplace rose in 2022.
Employees in Hong Kong welcome new job opportunities
Demonstrating career proactivity and a desire for better opportunities, more employees are less likely to stay with their current employers for long.
Australia rolls out family violence leave for all employees
Small organisations’ employees now have the access to the same rights as employees working for large or medium organisations.
Work location does not matter, say Australian employees
Younger employees in particular in Australia are more eager to travel the world while still working for their current employers.
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.
WFH most prevalent flexible work arrangement in Singapore
Employees working for larger firms are more likely to be provided with the opportunity to work remotely, compared to those who work in smaller ones.
Japan expects to hit minimum wage milestone in 2023
The hike is seen as crucial for overall wage growth despite organisations struggling to secure employees amid a labour shortage.
Looking to hire? Try turning to former employees
Many employees in Singapore are willing to return to their previous employers if the conditions are right, and employers are welcoming them back.
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.
The biggest factor shaping organisations? Culture and people
Organisational culture remains the biggest factor in raising financial performance and engaging employees within the workplace.
Retrenchments in Singapore dip amidst modest employment growth
While the number of layoffs decreased after three consecutive quarters of increase, fewer companies are looking to hire over the next three months.
Organisations in Japan offer restricted stock to attract talent
Organisations like Sony and Renesas Electronics are turning employees into stakeholders to foster loyalty and drive organisational success.
Return to the office full time? Maybe, say employees
Despite an increasing number of employees returning to the office, they also recognise the benefits of working from home.
Taiwan’s job market sees increased demand for AI-related roles
Demand for AI expertise is surging as employers seek individuals proficient in ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion.
One in two employees in Hong Kong expect post-retirement work
Changing demographics and rising living costs make it difficult for older adults to contemplate retirement, raising the age profile of the workforce.
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.
More employees in Singapore file for salary claims in 2022
86% of salary claims were resolved via the Tripartite Alliance for Dispute Management’s mediation, with 93% fully recovered for employees.
Prioritising employee support in the shift to a net-zero economy
Affected employees need help in transitioning to new job opportunities and adapting to a new industry landscape, says an Australian non-profit.
Mike Ng named as OCBC’s first Chief Sustainability Officer
The creation of the Group CSO role highlights OCBC’s focus on sustainability, a key pillar of its corporate strategy.
Number of women working in Japan hits record high
Increasing gender equality remains a priority for Japan, where women have reached a 53.2% employment rate.
Full-time employment rises in Australia as more jobs added in June
While job employment in Australia continues to defy expectation, the Reserve Bank of Australia is expecting moderate growth for the rest of 2023.
South Korea faces skill shortages amidst ageing workforce
The country’s workforce is ageing rapidly, with the mean average age projected to reach 50 by 2030 and 53.7 by 2050, surpassing the OECD average.
Measuring social impact with a philanthropy framework
Singapore’s National Council of Social Service has created a new sustainable philanthropy guideline that guides organisations on their charitable work.
Minimum wage in South Korea set for hike in 2024
The minimum wage has been set at 9,860 won (US$7.80), resulting in a monthly salary of nearly 2.07 million won (US$1,638) for employees.
Employees in Japan against returning to the office full time
More employees, especially those who are raising children, will look to quit if their organisation do not offer more flexible work options.
Nationwide wage hike remains on track in the Philippines
The Philippines’ Senate continues to consider nationwide wage hikes in response to public demand for fair compensation.
How employees in Singapore are spearheading workplace efficiency
Singapore is taking the lead in workforce productivity as new trends reshape office dynamics and employee engagement.