Childcare the largest barrier to female workforce participation in Australia
Employers can offer the flexibility to work part-time hours as a means to increase female workforce participation.
More employment opportunities for workers with disabilities in Singapore
Interest in companies to hire workers with disabilities has risen by 30% since this August, driven largely by the service sectors.
South Korea told that labour laws need to improve
South Korea’s employment and workplace practices need to be more flexible and in line with global standards, said the Federation of Korean Industries.
South Korea’s labour market urged to adjust to employment uncertainty
Job training and reskilling are measures that can be taken to create more employment opportunities in 2023, says business group.
Japan’s job availability improves for ninth straight month in September
This comes as employers looked to hire in preparation for a rebound in inbound tourism as the pandemic-related daily arrival cap is removed.
Total employment in Singapore expected to stagnant
Although employment grew in Q3’2022, global conditions are likely to create an uncertain labour market in the coming months.
College graduates in South Korea not actively seeking employment
Besides the lack of job vacancies, some South Koreans are taking time to better prepare, which accounts for their inactivity in the job market.
South Korean young adults taking longer to find jobs
New data has found that nearly 360,000 young adults in South Korea spent more than three years in landing their first job.
Four-day workweek firms see surge in job applications
While companies have witnessed a surge in job applications, it does not necessarily equate to finding the right candidate.
AI found to be an ineffective tool for recruitment
The use of artificial intelligent hiring tools does not result in a reduction of bias or improvement in diversity, a study has found.
Be ready for the future of work by winning the talent war
A recent webinar organised by HRM Asia, in partnership with Accenture and Oracle, explored talent management strategies for HR leaders.
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.