Malaysia to create 70,000 new jobs for select groups
Employers will be given cash incentives to hire disabled people, women who are looking to enter the workforce and former convicts.
Singapore’s jobless rate in August falls to six-year low
While the unemployment rate has fallen below pre-pandemic levels, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has cautioned against looming economic uncertainty.
Singapore seeks more flexibility in hiring of elderly employees
There is concern that a law that protects senior employees from dismissal due to age may lead to unconscious bias.
Globalization Partners rebrands to reflect commitment to hiring globally
Enabling global growth and providing employment opportunities for the ‘everywhere workforce’ is at the core of the newly branded G-P.
Skills employers seek when hiring graduates
While their technical literacy is deemed to be satisfactory, jobseekers need to improve their problem-solving skills to gain employment.
Young people dropping off South Korea’s permanent workforce
More South Korean workers in their 20s are staying idle amid poorer employment conditions or are engaged in temporary employment.
Thailand creates employment opportunities for older workers
To tackle an ageing society, more job offers and placements are available to workers over 60 who want to continue to work.
Multiplier streamlines onboarding process for remote hires
The Multiplier platform feature simplifies the logistics of IT equipment and helps employers overcome the challenges of hiring internationally.
The power of “weak ties” in securing your next job
In the process of a job search, acquaintances are found to be more vital than close friends or family, particularly among employees in high-tech sectors.
Employment continues to rebound in Singapore
While employment is strong, companies are advised to hedge against market uncertainty by reskilling employees and offering flexible work.
Singapore amends job ad rule to streamline recruitment process
The government has reduced the job advertising duration under the Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) from four to two weeks.
Redefining the role of HR leadership in reshaping work
More than 170 HR and business leaders discussed topics like modern HR mindsets, flexible work and employee wellbeing at HR Leadership Series: Live.
Japan’s job mobility falls below OECD average
Due to low unemployment and a stable job market, 2.9 million employees switched jobs in 2021, 630,000 fewer than in 2019.
Big businesses in South Korea hold off hiring plans
Six out of 10 big businesses in South Korea either have no hiring plans or have yet to finalise them for the rest of 2022.
Boosting youth employment with higher wages in the Philippines
The government has been urged to create better paying jobs for employees aged 15 to 30, who earn the lowest wages in the country.
Can building a talent ecosystem help you boost employee morale?
Digitalisation and a talent-ecosystem approach can help streamline efficiency and boost morale in the workplace, says EY.
Leveraging big data to meet future skills demand in the labour market
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has developed a taxonomy that captures the skills needed by workers and those related to their attributes.
Attracting talent begins with pay transparency in job postings
A Gartner survey revealed that, over the last 12 months, almost 50% of jobseekers did not apply to roles without wages disclosed.
Enabling workplace transformation with the right technology
A HR digital transformation has enabled Air Liquide APAC to successfully navigate the disruptive challenges of hybrid work.
Indonesia wants more businesses to be digitalised
The country targets 30 million MSMEs to join the digital ecosystem by 2024, saying this will help boost employment.
Singapore encourages hiring of people with disabilities
Companies play an important role in the hiring of people with disabilities, while the government will continue to play a key role by offering support.
AI expected to play a larger role in recruitment for Indian firms
Artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment is expected to eliminate bias and be a regular part of the hiring process in the future.
Managing your workforce with organisational resilience and agility
Organised by HRM Asia, the in-person HR Leadership Series: Live will take a deep dive into what will shape work in 2023 and beyond.
Malaysia reviews policies to attract skilled talents
Malaysia is facing challenges in creating highly-skilled jobs and competition from countries which offer higher wages to attract skilled talents.
MSMEs key to creating jobs in the Philippines
Growing micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will help create job opportunities in the country, said non-profit organisation Go Negosyo.
Singapore announces initiatives to attract top foreign talent
The government intends to attract a world-class talent pool, which it believes will also help the retention of local talent.
Indian employees look for job fulfilment
Around 34% of Indian employees, compared to 19% globally, say they are extremely or very likely to switch to a new employer.
Japanese firms raising wages to attract workers
Despite increasing wages, digitalisation is seen as the most popular strategy among Japanese firms to address the labour crunch.
Australia to boost migrant intake as labour shortages affect businesses
Australia is set to lift its intake of migrants to a record 200,000 arrivals a year as it attempts to combat a drastic shortage of workers.
Six-day workweek unattractive to talents in India
Executive talents prefer a five-day workweek for office roles, instead of a long five-and-a-half or six-day workweek.