Gender discrimination in the hiring process still prevalent in Japan
While measures have been introduced to ensure a level playing field during recruitment, employees still face gendered microaggressions and stereotypes.
Employment grows in Singapore despite cooling labour demand
Retrenchments also increased for a third consecutive quarter, although employees are taking less time to find re-employment.
Job additions slow down despite record employment in South Korea
While the employment rate continues to hit record high, new job additions in the country slowed down for a second consecutive month.
Kellogg’s moves to remove credential requirements for job positions
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.
Working with compensation consultants to your advantage
The task of selecting a consultant for the board’s compensation committee and evaluating their performance often falls to the CHRO.
G-P Meridian Suite simplifies global workforce expansion
G-P Meridian Suite transforms global team management with G-P Meridian IQ and G-P Meridian eLibrary.
The role of the 3I’s in shaping the future of HR
Charise Le, CHRO of Schneider Electric, elaborates on the transformational power of Insights, Innovation and Inclusion for HR success.
China considers measures to encourage re-employment of retirees
To encourage more seniors to re-enter the workforce, authorities have been urged to invest in this group and create regulations to protect their rights.
Female employment rate hits all-time high in Australia
With more employees transitioning from part-time to full-time jobs, more than three million women are now enjoying full-time employment.
Employment Hero’s Swag empowers SMEs to win the talent war
Swag’s AI-powered functionalities streamline recruitment, generating job descriptions, predicting hiring needs, and matching candidates.
How Gen Z employees can contribute to the corporate workplace
A millennial boss shares her experience hiring Gen Z employees and how they impressed her with their work ethic and eagerness to learn.
New Zealand to end discriminatory wage law against disabled employees
The government has pledged to replace existing regulation with a wage supplement scheme so disabled employees are paid at minimum wage.
Employment opportunities surge for IT positions in Vietnam
The shift to digital technology has led Vietnam to seek skilled professionals in automation, automotive, electronics, industrial design, and IT industries.
Gen Z and millennials seek better work-life balance
Work-life balance and flexibility are paramount for Gen Zs and millennials as they embrace hybrid work models and seek improved career advancement.
China increases trainee job opportunities for young people
A new initiative aims to address youth employment by offering one million trainee positions to college graduates and young individuals.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2023: Career flexibility and tech take centre stage
In the future of work, career flexibility is key, as is automating HR functions and exploring AI’s role in the workplace.
Race discrimination restricts access to leadership roles in Australia
Employers are showing bias and offering leadership positions to job applicants with English names over other ethnic minorities.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2023: HR transformation in the future of work
With the evolution of the workplace, HR leaders must recognise and embrace both opportunities and challenges.
HR Tech Festival Asia 2023: What’s happening on Day 2
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.
Celebrating Asia’s top HR leaders and organisations
Winners of the HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 were recognised for setting the benchmark of excellence and innovation in the HR industry.
What do next-gen leaders want in 2023?
Key elements to attract emerging millennial and Gen Z workforce include flexibility, learning and development, and purpose-driven work.
Are employees getting short-changed during salary negotiations?
Job applicants are afraid to ask for higher salaries in jobs that push for altruism and charity, resulting in them losing out on more pay.
How to build a dynamic workforce of the future
Rachele Focardi, Founder, XYZ@Work, will be at HR Tech Festival Asia 2023 to share her expertise on multigenerational workforce dynamics.
Flexible work the new compact for employees in Singapore
Flexible work arrangements and better career opportunities are among NTUC’s goals to empower youths and caregivers.
Taking a long-term approach to career planning
Creating a fulfilling and stable career requires intentional career planning, including self-questioning as a first step.
Eagerness to accept job offers causing gender income wage gap
One of the key attributes to the income wage gap between genders can be due to the differences in job searching behaviour, says a new study.
Why global teams can help companies operate sustainably in Singapore
Charles Ferguson, General Manager, G-P, explains why building global teams and remote work can help organisations manage rising operating costs.
Why every great hire starts with a focus on the candidate experience
Eleanor Vajzovic, Head of Strategic Solutions, Paradox, provides some tips on how organisations can create successful candidate experiences.
Unwelcome questions still a problem for job applicants in South Korea
In the last two years, 84 cases have been filed to the labour ministry regarding prying questions asked during work interviews that violate privacy.
Malaysia launches new career initiatives to boost employment
The 2023 Madani Career Initiatives, which include financial incentives for employers and training programmes, aim to strengthen the labour market.