Moving On Up: New HR leaders at Havas Ortega, FrieslandCampina & more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Maria Lourdes Benito-Escalona HR Director Havas Ortega Philippines Maria Lourdes will oversee all aspects of human resources for the organisation in her new assignment – working closely with senior leadership to provide insights and recommendations on workforce planning, […]
The Reading List: Short reads for the weekend
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Tension Is Rising Around Remote Work | Harvard Business Review According to a recent study featured in the Harvard Business Review, employees across various industries have become accustomed to the benefits of remote work, including improved […]
Microsoft announces global workforce reduction
Microsoft announced its decision to downsize its workforce as part of its strategic restructuring plan. The tech giant has not disclosed specific numbers regarding the extent of the layoffs or the departments most affected. However, sources indicate that the cull is likely to impact a considerable number of employees in various roles. Among the regions […]
Emerging work trends in SG, shaping employee job expectations
In Singapore’s rapidly evolving job landscape, emerging work trends are significantly impacting employees’ job expectations. A recent study conducted Randstad has shed light on the factors influencing the workforce’s perceptions and priorities in the modern workplace. According to them, several key trends are driving shifts in employees’ expectations and shaping their career preferences. #1: Work-Life […]
Moving On Up: New HR leaders at Infinity Logistics & Transport, New World Development & more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Dr. Loo Leap Han Head of People Infinity Logistics & Transport Malaysia Dr. Loo is a seasoned HR professional with over 22 years of industry experience in manufacturing, infrastructure construction, and healthcare. His expertise spans talent acquisition & […]
Adapting to the times: Navigating job insecurity amidst transformative job market shifts
In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and global economic fluctuations, professionals find themselves navigating an increasingly dynamic job market fraught with uncertainties surrounding job security, retrenchment, and layoffs. As traditional job roles evolve or fade away, embracing resilience and adaptability becomes a beacon of hope amidst the challenges. Experts are calling for a […]
Moving On Up: New HR leaders at Remote, Certis & more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Barbara Mathews Chief People Officer, Remote Barbara Mathews has recently joined Remote as its Chief People Officer. Her appointment brings a wealth of HR experience from her previous role as the International Head of HR at Stripe, where […]
Meta’s third global layoff wave threatens Singapore tech jobs
Meta, Facebook’s parent company, has commenced its third worldwide layoff round, risking technology jobs in Singapore. This streamlining effort, dubbed as ‘year of efficiency’, follows a substantial hiring increase during the pandemic. Unfortunately, the return to normality has led to a decrease in e-commerce ad revenue, contributing to job cuts. Previously, Meta axed approximately 11,000 […]
Singapore job market sees increase in real estate and engineering roles
Singapore’s job market is experiencing a rise in demand for real estate roles and civil engineers, according to data from Indeed. Over the past three months, postings for real estate roles grew by 16%, while civil engineering positions saw an increase of 31%. This surge contrasts with the general trend of cooling labour demand, which […]
The Reading List: Short reads for the weekend
Here is some light reading material curated by Chief of Staff Asia to keep you updated over the weekend. Layoffs are hitting HR and DEI teams at a disproportionately high rate. Here’s why companies need generalists to thrive | Fortune As companies grapple with the implications of the Great Resignation and the subsequent transformation of […]
