Singapore firms urged to invest in local talent
Investing in local talent and equipping them with skills relevant to a changing economy will help workers thrive and address the tech skills shortage.
Singapore mulls progressive wage model for retail sector
Senior minister of state for manpower Zaqy Mohamad has said the government is considering a progressive wage model (PWM) for the retail sector.
Gig workers in Singapore need help in terms of social security
The labour movement is looking into how gig workers can have greater structural support, which can include greater bargaining power.
How to bring about a successful digital transformation
A new CCL report examines digital leadership in Singapore and highlights the need for improved digital transformation management.
Workplace culture and empowerment in the new digital economy
Derick Teo, Director, Enterprise Go-Digital Solutions, BIPO, shares his observations and insights on why building an employee-first culture is critical.
Singapore’s aviation sector set to receive increased wage subsidies
This is part of the S$870 million OneAviation Support Package announced in Budget 2021 to support firms hit hard by the pandemic.
Singapore sets aside S$1 billion to co-fund digital solutions with businesses
The programme will help co-fund the costs of trials and the adoption of frontier technologies such as 5G and artificial intelligence.
Singapore pumps in S$5.4 billion to hire 200,000 locals
The government announced a range of Budget 2021 measures aimed at helping workers and businesses to land jobs and sustain operations amid the pandemic.
Singapore government looks to hire more private sector talent
The end goal is to have “greater porosity” between the public sector and the outside world, said Minister Chan Chun Sing.
Singapore employers not looking to adjust pay despite new norm of WFH
Most employers are not considering adjusting their staff’s salary even as remote working has become a trend.
Singapore fines companies which breached COVID-19 safety rules
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has fined 42 more companies for not following workplace safety regulations.
Singapore’s resident employment rebounds to pre-pandemic levels
At the end of 2020, resident employment increased by 28,900, rising for the second consecutive quarter after growing 43,200 in 3Q.
Employers in Singapore urged to adopt hybrid working arrangements
Multi-ministry COVID-19 taskforce co-chair and education minister Lawrence Wong has said a total work-from-home arrangement is “not doable”.
Over 56% of Singapore employers in specific sectors are looking to hire
Industries like Essential Domestic Services, Modern Services and Built Environment are most likely to hire new talent despite market outlook.
Singapore maintains work-from-home as default option
Under current safe management measures, peak-hour travel on public transport in January has risen by 11%, compared to November 2020.
Trade bodies in Singapore support fair hiring and employment practices
Twenty-nine organisations from the Trade Associations & Chambers (TACs) have pledged their support for fair hiring and employment practices.
Singapore’s employment outlook remains cloudy even as economy mends
Though the overall unemployment rate is falling, hiring is not likely to surge in the short term.
Flexi work arrangements can improve employees’ mental health
In Singapore, as more employees head back to the office, giving them more flexibility over work arrangements can boost their mental well-being.
Singapore seeks to raise wages of bottom-rung workers
Senior minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam said the country needs to raise the salaries of workers at the bottom of the ladder.
Employers should hire and train mature workers, eliminate bias
The country aims to tap into the Singapore workforce, instead of relaxing its foreign worker policy, says minister.
Singapore enterprises received US$13.2 billion worth of loans in 2020
Enterprise Singapore (ESG) aided businesses by loaning S$17.4 billion (US$13.2 billion) last year, as many companies struggled because of the pandemic.
Employees in Singapore not getting COVID-19 vaccine not obliged to change duties
Workers who are not vaccinated will not need to have a change of job scope, says health minister.
Singapore-New Zealand digital economy partnership takes effect
The pact will allow both countries to conduct businesses with greater efficiency, increased trust, and reduced costs or digital barriers.
IMF projects full recovery for Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia in 2021
Out of the six leading economies in Southeast Asia, three countries are expected to expand in 2021, while others will struggle to recover.
Singapore must manage wage disparity
Trade and industry minister Chan Chun Sing said equipping workers with skills for the future is crucial in managing wage disparity in the country.
Singapore government distributes over S$1 billion in payouts in 2020 to co-fund employee wages
The next tranche of payouts will be in March 2021, for qualifying wage increases in 2020.
Singapore: “Sharp cliff effect” not likely when government relief schemes cease
Jobs and business are expected to adapt as government support taper off going into 2021.
Singapore’s general labour market to see uptick in 2021
Labour chief Ng Chee Meng said the job market is expected to show signs for optimism next year, but some sectors would still stay in a slump.
Singapore Institute of Technology continues to promote lifelong learning in Singapore
Programmes offered by SIT allow those already in the workforce to gain deeper skillsets and knowledge.
More long-term PMET jobs available in Singapore
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said 91,340 job openings are available with most classified as long-term jobs.