DBS reinforces commitment to innovation and employee growth

Bridging divides, maintaining competitiveness, and fostering meaningful employee engagement remain key focus points for DBS.
Employees in Singapore growing increasingly unhappy with jobs

Employees in Singapore prioritise long-term career satisfaction over high salaries yet face significant job-skills mismatches.
Men face greater promotion challenges in FWAs

Men on flexible work schedules face greater promotion challenges than women, with 36% experiencing this issue, compared to 27% of women.
Upskill, engage, thrive: HR toolkit at CHRO Indonesia 2024

The CHRO Series brings its Indonesia edition to Park Hyatt Jakarta on August 14 to address critical HR challenges and showcase the latest innovations.
This management theory could reshape the return-to-office debate

i4cp’s Kevin Oakes explores the return-to-office controversy through the lens of the classic management theory Management by Objective.
Job mobility in Australia falls to pre-pandemic levels

Job mobility rates have declined for the first time in three years, reflecting fewer job changes across industries and roles.
AI reshaping careers: How to adapt in the job market

Nanyang Technological University’s Loh Pui Wah notes how AI reshapes careers, emphasising adaptability and resilience.
CHRO Series 2024: Measuring the pulse of work in South-East Asia

CHRO Series returns to South-East Asia in 2024, kicking off on June 13 in Ho Chi Minh City with CHRO Vietnam 2024.
Malaysia’s green industry boom opens doors to 3,000 jobs

Malaysia’s Ministry of Human Resources touts 3,000 green jobs at a new skills fair as the country prepares its workforce for the future economy.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: Employees first for a resilient future

To thrive in 2024 and beyond, organisations must prioritise the importance of human-centric policies and initiatives.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: Be future-ready and embrace change

The 23rd HR Tech Festival Asia kicked off in Singapore, exploring how HR can navigate change and shape the future of work.
HR Fest Awards 2024 crowns Asia’s best HR leaders and teams

The winners of HR Fest Awards 2024 were announced at a live awards ceremony during HR Tech Festival Asia 2024.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 2

The second day of HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 continues, with more experts discussing pressing HR issues within APAC and beyond.
Young South Koreans shun SMEs despite high youth unemployment

A seismic change is evident in South Korea’s SME landscape as young employees dwindle and older generations take centre stage.
Employees in Malaysia prioritise wellbeing and growth

Younger generations in Malaysia, notably Gen Z and Millennials, are increasingly concerned about career stagnation and job security.
Ageing business leaders pose succession challenges in Japan

With leaders in organisations in Japan hitting an average age of 60.5, transitions remain scarce as only 3.8% successfully transitioned in 2023.
South Korea’s job growth slows to a three-year low

South Korea’s employment saw a modest rise, up 173,000 year-on-year in March, marking the lowest increase since February 2021.
Malaysia nears “full employment” as job market stays strong in 2024

The country’s labour market is poised to maintain stability with the unemployment rate holding firm at 3.3% in February 2024.
Leading the way with Power Talk at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024

Venture to the Power Talk Stage and learn great topics and subjects from organisations in 20 minutes for two days at the festival.
Employees in New Zealand have no desire to progress in their careers

With some employees contented to stay in their current job positions, this is causing a lack of career progression for others.
Educated youths in India face bleak job market

Young graduates face unemployment rates nearly nine times higher than those with no schooling, according to a new ILO report.
Japan heats up recruitment with employment-linked internships

Intense competition in Japan is driving organisations to innovate, with internships emerging as the new battleground for attracting young talent.
Leadership strategies in 2024 for CHROs and their organisations

The CHRO Symposium at HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 will be the place to be for CHROs looking to explore trends in HR.
Singapore job market sees surge in new positions

Business expansions are driving a surge in newly created roles, driving upskilling and reskilling needs, says the Ministry of Manpower.
Employers in Singapore plan wage increases and hiring surge

In Q1’2024, 32.6% of organisations in Singapore plan wage increases, while almost half intend to increase headcount.
Not ready to retire? Employees in Singapore have the choice to work

By 2030, the retirement and re-employment ages will be increased to 65 and 70 respectively, and employees who choose to stay employed must be supported.
South Korea sees surge in elderly workforce participation

The number of South Koreans aged 70 and older still engaged in work reached 1.55 million in January 2024, marking an 11.4% from the previous year.
Finance professionals prioritise D&I in career choices

AI’s increasing integration in finance roles signals a transformative phase, reflecting evolving dynamics in the industry’s landscape.
South Korea’s job market sees strong growth in January

The country’s employed population hit 27.74 million last month, up by 380,000 compared to the the same period in the previous year.
Why HR’s ally in the war for talent can be its CMO

The creative mindset and communication skills marketing professionals bring to their craft can also help HR attract talent in a tight market.