While the global economy remains uncertain and firms face a talent shortage, many firms are continuing to add to their headcount.
While the number of women employed in South Korea was at an all-time high last year, the gender income gap has still not been addressed.
Embracing a transformative shift in employee engagement, organisations are shaping thriving workforces in an adaptable corporate landscape.
Skill enhancement support unveiled by Singapore’s government aids retrenched employees, fostering long-term career preparedness.
The country’s total workforce now numbers 28.68 million, as the unemployment rate fell to 2.7% in July, the lowest recorded since 1999.
Organisations should look beyond financial motivation by focusing on employee wellbeing in order to retain employees.
As organisations look to attract and retain top talent, university graduates in Hong Kong saw an increase in their starting salaries in 2022.
Demonstrating career proactivity and a desire for better opportunities, more employees are less likely to stay with their current employers for long.
Many employees in Singapore are willing to return to their previous employers if the conditions are right, and employers are welcoming them back.
Despite an increasing number of employees returning to the office, they also recognise the benefits of working from home.
Demand for AI expertise is surging as employers seek individuals proficient in ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Stable Diffusion.
Changing demographics and rising living costs make it difficult for older adults to contemplate retirement, raising the age profile of the workforce.
Affected employees need help in transitioning to new job opportunities and adapting to a new industry landscape, says an Australian non-profit.
Increasing gender equality remains a priority for Japan, where women have reached a 53.2% employment rate.
As of June 2023, there are 1.91 million salaried women in their 60s in South Korea, which has contributed to a rise in female employment rates.
While CEOs and their salaries are rising in recent times, should employees and, in turn the general public, be paying attention to how much they earn?
While employees in Malaysia recognise that upskilling and reskilling is essential, many are not receiving opportunities from their employers.
Rising adoption of new technology has seen Bangladesh’s working female population fall by more than two million in the last five years.
Paul Thomas, Chief People and Culture Officer, Asia, SEEK, highlights why retaining the best talent starts during the recruitment process.
Fong Tuan Chen of Maybank speaks to HRM Asia about human development and explains what is delaying its implementation by organisations.
Amidst a changing energy landscape, Petronas is investing in its core portfolio and cleaner energy production.
The push to remove degree requirements for most job positions is part of Kellogg’s strategy to attract more job candidates from a wider talent pool.
With more employees transitioning from part-time to full-time jobs, more than three million women are now enjoying full-time employment.
Chosen ahead with external candidates with higher skills, internal candidates are also likely to show a higher level of effort after gaining promotion.
Layoff fears are driving employees to prioritise job stability over job hopping, with limited salary gains and increased stress serving as disincentives.
In the future of work, career flexibility is key, as is automating HR functions and exploring AI’s role in the workplace.
Employers are showing bias and offering leadership positions to job applicants with English names over other ethnic minorities.
With the evolution of the workplace, HR leaders must recognise and embrace both opportunities and challenges.
Day 2 of the HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 is jam-packed with presentations and innovations that will shape the way organisations work in 2023 and beyond.
Winners of the HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 were recognised for setting the benchmark of excellence and innovation in the HR industry.
