HR & Education
An uneven playing field? 38% of remote workers feel less included in hybrid meetings
An uneven playing field? 38% of remote workers feel less included in hybrid meetings
Employees believe their input will be valued more if they attend the meeting physically.
Chart of the day: New women directors in Singapore dips to 28% in 2021
Board member seats for women in the industrial industry saw a large decline.
Sea Limited memo reveals 3% of Indonesia Shopee workers to lose their jobs
Sea Limited is intending to mitigate losses.
Workplace safety code of practice on directors unveiled: Tan
It will boost workplace safety and health standards (WSH).
Non-residents boost employment figures in H122
There were 95,400 non-residents employed during the first half.
Looking for a job? 50% of employers are planning to hire in Q4
Jobs prospects are most abundant in the banking, finance, insurance, and real estate sectors.
MOM unveils safeguards for issuance of ONE Pass
The agency said it will carefully vet applications for the work pass.
Gov’t declares pay adjustments for the administrative service, judicial and statutory appointment holders
The adjustments of salaries are between 5% and 12% starting in October.
Too burnt out? SG workers have the worst mental health in Southeast Asia
Only 57% of employees rated their mental health to be “good,” “very good,” or “excellent.”
Staff retention, satisfaction in healthcare a top priority in 3 years time
One-third of healthcare leaders prioritise employee retention.
Performance bond no longer required from employers hiring Filipino domestic workers
Previously, employers had to purchase a purchase bond of $7,000.
How firms can meet the booming demand for ESG jobs
Firms must seek a sustainability leader with an ESG mindset and green courses for workers.
Stuck in a rut? Only 22% of Singaporeans get upskilling opportunities
Employees said they want to receive training on soft and technical skills.
Heads up for lower-wage workers: MOM orders $1,400 local qualifying salary
It will take effect on 1 September.
MOM mulls 4 changes to workpass framework
This includes a new Overseas Network and Expertise Pass.
Frasers Property appoints new Group Head of People
The new group head is a seasoned veteran with over two decades of experience.
What are the top 3 work benefits Singaporeans seek from employers?
Employees are likely to stay with their companies when their benefits package meets their needs.
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