HR & Education
Too burnt out? SG workers have the worst mental health in Southeast Asia
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.
Target employment rate for persons with disabilities up 40%: Wong
In 2021, the employment rate for the group rose by two percentage points.
More than 5 in 10 employees will quit their jobs if not given a pay raise by 2023
Some are already looking for higher-paying jobs.
Gov’t to soon roll out new initiatives to attract top talents, says PM Lee
Lee said the initiatives will cover sectors with “good potential.”
HRnet Group expands operations of Taiwan subsidiary in Kaohsiung
The group has also committed $1m to grow its flexible staffing business.
MOE bumps monthly pay of teachers by 5%-10%
The salary adjustments will take effect on 1 October.
41% of employees would rather be unemployed than be unhappy at their jobs
The sentiment was stronger in employees aged 25 to 34 than those aged 45 to 54.
Tripartism must be enhanced for new employment models: Tan
Under tripartism, union, government and employers must collaborate.
SG falls to 22nd place in list of places with the highest ex-pat packages
This despite salary and benefits packages increasing by 4% in local currency terms.
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