Fewer grads from private universities find employment within six months
The number of private university graduates from Singapore finding full-time work after graduation in half a year has decreased from the year before.
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.
Younger employees in Singapore call for more flexible work arrangements
A rising number of young employees in Singapore are making a stand: flexible working arrangements, or they would resign.
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.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024: What’s happening on Day 1
HR Tech Festival Asia 2024 opens in Singapore today, featuring industry leaders and discussions on pressing HR issues.
How HR leaders can promote a more sustainable workplace
HR teams can do more to enhance an organisation’s brand and work culture that also promotes eco-friendly sustainability.
AI skills set to boost productivity and wages in New Zealand
Employees in New Zealand will be expected to use AI in their workplace, yet organisations are unable to hire employees with the required skillsets.
Private sector in the Philippines urged to adopt earned wage access
Expanding earned wage access can alleviate financial burdens for employees in the Philippines, combatting widespread financial challenges.
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.
South Asia’s job availability cannot meet working population’s demands
Job availability within South Asia is unable to meet the rising number of employees entering the job market, says World Bank.
The four big questions that job applicants should ask recruiters
A former recruiter for multiple corporate organisations shares what questions would make a great impression during the interview process.
More employees seek modernised offices for better work collaboration
More organisations and employees recognise the need to change office workspaces to accommodate shifting priorities and work habits.
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.
Is HR really ready for generative AI? Probably not
While HR leaders are already embracing AI, too often, they are doing so without developing AI guiding principles.
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.
Five things to prioritise when it comes to the application process
A recruiter shares his opinion of what applicants should be doing to make themselves stand out from others.
The Philippines advances bill for senior employment
A legislation has been proposed to facilitate employment for seniors, with DOLE tasked to match them with suitable jobs.
Business agility: The golden key to a future-proof workforce
Business agility can unlock the potential for a workforce capable of addressing any challenge, suggests Kris Wadia.
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.
Five ways organisations can use AI to supercharge interview scheduling
Conversational AI can help leading organisations turn their interview scheduling into a competitive advantage, says Paradox.
Struggling with retention? Improve how recruiters, hiring managers work
Recruiters should play the leadership role in building or reestablishing an effective talent acquisition partnership with hiring managers.
Nearly 70% of disabled employees in Malaysia regain employment
Disabled people who lost their jobs between 2020 to 2022 due to the pandemic have now found jobs thanks to recent government initiatives.
AI platform aims to transform APAC’s employment landscape
Connecting over 40 million people, SEEK’s new combined platform is designed to allow employers and employees to find talent and jobs more easily.
Women in India exit over work-life balance concerns
In comparison to their male counterparts, more women are leaving their current jobs as they prioritise work-life balance.
Fresh graduates in Singapore get paid more but fewer find jobs
A recent graduate employment survey has revealed a surge in fresh graduate salaries but a drop in securing full-time roles.
Unlocking high performance with a compelling employer brand
As work evolves, organisations can anchor strategies in the bedrock of employee branding: Clarity, integrity, and tangible business value.
The key thing recruiters want to know about during interviews
Job recruiters want applicants to be specific about the work and experience they have to determine how they can be used in new job positions.