ETHRWorld South-East Asia

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

2/25/2025, 9:03:43 AM

Starbucks is cutting 1,100 corporate jobs, affecting 7% of its non-store workforce, to boost efficiency and streamline management. The affected employees will receive severance and career support until May 2. The company is also tightening its remote work policy, requiring senior leaders to work from Seattle or Toronto offices three days a week. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/starbucks-to-layoff-1100-corporate-jobs/118547893?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

2/27/2025, 8:25:29 AM

Gallagher’s 2025 Employee Communications Report ranks change fatigue (44%) as the second biggest workforce barrier, linked to leadership gaps (39%). While HR leaders focus on engagement (67%), manager communication (53%), and leadership visibility (47%), challenges like low capacity (49%) persist. Workforce well-being remains a concern, with 33% reporting declines. Gallagher urges clear C-suite direction to support HR and communication teams. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/44-of-hr-leaders-see-change-fatigue-as-the-second-biggest-workforce-barrier-survey/118595666?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

2/17/2025, 10:18:05 AM

A recent NTUC internal survey on economic sentiments found that 34% of Singaporean workers are concerned about their job security in the coming three months. To address this, NTUC is strengthening initiatives, such as the Company Mentorship Circle (CMC) and Company Training Committee (CTC), focused on upskilling, career advancement, and strategic collaborations. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/34-of-singaporean-workers-concerned-about-job-security-ntuc-survey/118317199?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

2/5/2025, 9:52:44 AM

The 2024 Labour Force report from the Ministry of Manpower highlights that degree holders in Singapore earn a median of SGD8,656—SGD3,100 more than the national median. With over 40% of the workforce now holding degrees, this figure is expected to rise to SGD9,000 by 2026 and SGD10,000 by 2030, showing the ongoing value of higher education in the labour market. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/degree-holders-in-singapore-to-earn-sgd10000-by-2030-mom-reports/117918850?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

1/28/2025, 8:31:39 AM

Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad announced that a special committee to review the 12-year stagnant RM9.16 on-call allowance for doctors, considering a proposed hike to RM55-RM65 per hour, alongside reforms to working hours and schedules. Targeted for 2025-2026, the initiative aims to enhance compensation, ease workloads, and improve conditions for healthcare professionals. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/moh-in-malaysia-announces-new-committee-to-review-on-call-allowance-for-doctors/117604854?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

1/28/2025, 8:28:47 AM

According to a recent survey by MoM, 46% of Singaporean companies plan to hire in early 2025, while 32% intend to raise wages amid the projection of slower employment growth for 2025. In 2024, layoffs rose in the fourth quarter, with retrenchments increasing to 3,600 from 3,050 in the previous quarter, MOM attributed these layoffs primarily to corporate restructuring. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/46-of-sporean-firms-plan-to-hire-in-2025-amid-slow-employment-growth-mom-reports/117622266?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

1/27/2025, 8:19:46 AM

The Workplace Fairness Bill aims to promote merit-based employment in Singapore but has drawn criticism for excluding explicit protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. Advocates argue that addressing this gap is crucial for fostering inclusivity and aligning with global standards, while MOM’s Tan Li Sheng and TAFEP’s Faith Li emphasise a gradual approach and ongoing reviews to address workplace discrimination. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/moms-tan-li-sheng-assured-balance-of-societal-diversity-in-the-new-workplace-fairness-bill/117581480?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl

ETHRWorld South-East Asia

1/24/2025, 11:43:35 AM

Puneet Swani brings over 25 years of global experience in HR consulting. He has most recently served as the senior partner for the international region at Hewitt Associates and Mercer. At Aon, Swani will report to Tim Dwyer, head of Human Capital for Asia Pacific, and play a pivotal role in enhancing Aon's talent strategy across the region. Read more at: https://hrsea.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/aon-appoints-puneet-swani-as-head-of-talent-solutions-for-asia-pacific/117508810?ag=wappchnl&utm_source=wappchnl