The First Word: Are Singapore companies losing their edge?
Singapore has always been known as an international business hub, especially within Southeast Asia. Given its proficient and skilled talent pool, technological advancement, and renowned status as a tax haven, it is a prime destination for multinational companies. In October 2022, Singapore was named the most competitive market in Asia Pacific and the third in […]
The Week Ahead: How can Singapore companies remain competitive in the years ahead?
Uncover invaluable insights, stay ahead of industry shifts, and anticipate the week’s most significant HR news. Join us as we dive into the future of HR, one scoop at a time. — Are Singapore companies losing their edge? But is the situation really as dire as it seems? Or are Singapore companies simply adapting to […]
Empowering leaders at ZALORA through “One Team, One Dream”
Access Chief of Staff Asia’s interview with Louise Pender for The HR Agenda HERE, or scroll down to see the video. Describing company culture at ZALORA, Chief People Officer and General Counsel Louise Pender shares how the team refer to themselves as “#Limitless. That says a lot about who we are and the way that […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Immerse yourself in the wisdom shared by respected HR and business luminaries from across Southeast Asia as they offer their insightful views on the most urgent matters of the day. “Retention means you already have your great talent.” – Dian Wanni Country HR Lead, HP Indonesia In an interview, Wanni explained how HP is addressing […]
GovTech hires 60 former Indeed employees to bolster tech talent
Singapore’s Government Technology Agency (GovTech) has hired about 60 former employees of Indeed, the internet job portal, after the company downsized its operations in Singapore earlier this year. GovTech said it took a more agile hiring approach to balance speed with responsible hiring, and that every candidate was interviewed and placed at comparable grades in […]
HR Ecosystem Awards: Employer of Record category
Expanding your business into new markets is exciting, but it can also be complex. One of the biggest challenges is complying with local labour laws and regulations. That’s where an Employer of Record (EOR) partner can come in. An EOR is a company that takes on the legal responsibility of employing your employees in new […]
Moving On Up: New HR leaders at PT Pernod Ricard, FMC Switzerland and more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Ferdy Karler HR Manager PT Pernod Ricard Indonesia Karler started in HR Development Center of Excellence, focusing on Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and Learning Development. He previously worked at PT Bahana Genta Viktory as an HR Manager. […]
Singapore to provide more support for ageing workforce
The majority of Singaporeans aged 50 and above support raising the re-employment and retirement ages, according to a survey on workplace support. The survey, conducted by the PAP Seniors Group and National Trades Union Congress U Women and Family, gathered the views of 1,471 working individuals aged 50 and over. Among the respondents, 87.9% supported […]
The First Word: Uncovering bias in AI and cultivating inclusive hiring practices
The influence of technology on both enterprises and employees is growing more profound and pervasive by the day. As businesses race to jump on bandwagons, especially those of fast-evolving technologies such as Generative AI, conversations on ethics, fairness, and equity in the use of such technologies are often overlooked. Things within the human resources (HR) […]
The Week Ahead: Stay ahead of the curve with HR news and insights
Uncover invaluable insights, stay ahead of industry shifts, and anticipate the week’s most significant HR news. Join us as we dive into the future of HR, one scoop at a time. — On Monday, our guest author, Matt Jones, Chief Product Officer of Cielo, will explain how recruiters need to consistently delve into the complex […]
