Singapore disputes interpretation of minimum income standards
Three government ministries have questioned the findings of a new minimum wage study, saying that its research parameters are flawed
Resident employment dips in Singapore, but expected to recover
The contraction in resident employment represents the first decline since 2020, as the number of organisations looking to hire decreases.
Standard Chartered improves parental leave policy
Regardless of gender, employees who are parents are offered 20 weeks of paid leave to encourage a balanced approach to parenting.
Navigating employee development challenges in the workplace
Organisations in Singapore and Hong Kong can do more to engage employees with talent programmes deploying learner-centric tools.
Optimism prevails as employers in Singapore commit to wage increases
Large organisations consistently outpace SMEs in wage growth, indicating a positive trend in salary increases over the next year.
Singapore’s job market remains resilient as hiring continues
While the global economy remains uncertain and firms face a talent shortage, many firms are continuing to add to their headcount.
Championing inclusivity: Leading the way in workplace equality
Kuehne+Nagel is taking steps to combat workplace discrimination and promote inclusivity, focusing on mental health and diversity.
Beyond roles: The evolving commitment of fathers
Modern fatherhood demands a profound commitment to balance career demands with family responsibilities.
Singapore defines flexible work to benefit employees and employers
A new tripartite workgroup has begun deliberations to develop guidelines that will drive flexible work in Singapore workplaces.
Fostering an inclusive work environment at HSBC Singapore
HSBC Singapore employees who are working parents will be granted more parental leave to spend time with their families.
Building community: Workplace culture and how it can be developed
Hummingbird Bioscience recognises employees within for their hard work and dedication, making them a great place for workplace culture.
Creating family-first polices that benefit working parents
Managers and leaders need to drive the implementation of family-friendly policies that advance the work-life integration agenda.
Transforming career development in Singapore’s public sector
The Public Service Division (PSD) of Singapore achieves recognition for its innovative AI-powered One Talent Gateway.
Cultivating a sustainable future through greenskilling
Schneider Electric’s Nathalie Huynh elaborates on her organisation’s drive to unite progress and sustainability for all employees.
Singapore launches initiative to bolster retrenched employees’ skills
Skill enhancement support unveiled by Singapore’s government aids retrenched employees, fostering long-term career preparedness.
The voice of HR in APAC: How a HR leader is pushing the people agenda
HR is embarking on a new journey to promote fairer and more progressive people policies in APAC, says Low Peck Kem, the new President of APFHRM.
Reinoud Ottervanger takes on new role in Heineken Singapore
Ottervanger will be responsible for the overall management of Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore’s strategic and operational functions.
AI’s dual impact on Singapore’s HR landscape
While many HR leaders are already leveraging on AI, many reserve concerns over the ethical use of AI in their industry.
The next STEP in career journey for Singapore’s mid-career professionals
A new mentorship and training programme from Citi Singapore aims to develop diverse and talented candidates who may not have experience in banking.
How HR leaders can cultivate an effective contingent workforce
Rob Squires, VP, Regional Head of Asia and Japan, Ceridian, discusses the gig economy’s impact on workforce approaches.
Male employees in Singapore feel more anxiety over job security
Organisations can do more to build trust so employees that their efforts are recognised, while providing more development opportunities
Cultivating responsibility and sustainability in the workplace
A new project launched by Rothman & Roman aims to present the best employee engagement and communication practices in Singapore.
Creating a fairer workplace in Singapore
Prior to the passage of the Workplace Fairness Legislation in 2024, Singapore has outlined key areas that will be protected in the workplace.
The weekend begins on Friday for Grayling Singapore employees
The introduction of a 4.5-day workweek is aimed at making employees more refreshed and fulfilled to meet the demands of their work, says the PR firm.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.