HR & Education
2 in 3 employers to hike wages at least 6% in the next 12 months
Companies in the service industry are the top companies planning an increase.
2 in 3 employers to hike wages at least 6% in the next 12 months
Companies in the service industry are the top companies planning an increase.
About 4 in 10 firms mull hiring older employees
Employees are widening their scope in response to a shrinking talent pool.
Republic Polytechnic, SLA to launch new carbon management programme
The programme will start in October.
Singapore Polytechnic, Envision Digital to develop net zero campus, co-innovation lab
The country’s first polytechnic aims to reach net zero emissions by 2045.
7 in 10 Singaporeans say AI training for teachers is a must
They want teachers to identify AI-enhanced work from students.
Chart of the Day: Job postings drop 1.9% MoM in August
The recent drop left postings 17.6% lower than a year ago.
More white-collar jobs available in SG vs. other Asian markets: report
The Lion City also has relatively fewer blue-collar jobs.
Singapore hiring activity declines by 14% YoY in July: report
Job demand fell by 6% in the past six months, according to foundit.
Three MES Group firms and 4 individuals convicted due to violating labour laws
They were convicted of multiple offences under EA and EFMA.
Franchise interest for Singapore’s education enterprises rising
An expert said local education businesses have been performing extremely well in China.
NWC guidelines for re-employment of older workers out in November
The government received a letter recommending reasonable adjustments.
Who should be responsible for digital upskilling?
The majority wants government or IT to be responsible for digitalisation.
Four in 10 Gen X and Baby Boomers want time off work for digital upskilling
Nearly 30% of Generation Y respondents also choose this option.
Retail sector offers the least work flexibility: report
Only four in 10 retail employees feel their employers offer flexibility.
Half of small business leaders eye hiring fewer people due to AI
Three in 10 said there will be no changes in their workforce count.
Development vs regulations: The majority of small businesses concerned about AI
Nearly 90% are concerned that AI development is outpacing regulations.
Singapore amongst world’s best 'workcation' cities: IWG
But regional peers Jakarta and Manila ranked higher on the list.
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