HR & Education

Training participation rate falls 40.7% in 2024

Overall training intensity also dropped from 4.7 to 4.6 days in 2024. 

Singapore sees slower employment, lower retrenchments in 2024

Resident employment in higher-skilled sectors also grew in the last quarter.

Around 70% of non-creative jobs now require creative skills: report

Over 50% of creative professionals have also adopted generative AI to enhance efficiency and innovation.

Review of hiring process sought under Workplace Fairness bill

Job interviews should avoid bias against age, nationality, sex, religion and disability.

Singapore businesses showcase branding success in new book

The latest book of The UnNoticed Entrepreneur compiles strategies from 50 business leaders.

Nearly one in four Singapore workers seek higher earnings in 2025: survey

25% of employees said that achieving a competitive salary will be a challenge in the coming year.

Zhongxin Fruit and Juice expects higher net profit in H2 2024

The company attributes this to a substantial increase in total sales volume.

ISCA grants $6m subsidy to launch Polytechnic Pathway Programme

Polytechnic graduates will receive a sponsorship of related fees for two years.

Singapore sees high demand for niche marketing professionals

There is also a stronger emphasis on immediate revenue generation. 

SG accounting and finance firms focus on replacement hiring in 2025

Businesses are optimising workforce strategies through cost-cutting and integrating functions.

Singapore legal job market sees moderate growth in 2024

Associate hiring remains a top priority for firms.

What’s driving job growth in Singapore in 2025

There is a strong demand for skilled professionals in finance, technology, and professional services.

Nearly a quarter of workers lag in confidence on skills development

This makes Singapore the least confident workforce in Southeast Asia.

Singapore ranks 2nd in APAC for ESG metrics

Eight in 10 companies incorporate ESG within executive incentive plans.