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Of particular note, there were 154k (14.9 per cent) fewer workers with EU8 nationality in the workforce in Q3 2018 than in the same period last year.

“The issues are becoming more and more complex, from the role that artificial intelligence and talent analytics plays, to the shift in how people are looking to get compensated, evaluated and rewarded."

“Delivering outstanding customer service has always been our primary focus and we realised very early on that, in order to achieve it, you not only need great processes and systems but more importantly you need great people."

Singaporeans will see their salaries increase by 4.0 per cent in 2019. After factoring in inflation, predicted by the International Monetary Fund to be 1.4 per cent next year, employees are expected to see a real salary increase of 2.6 per…

2019 will not only see a continuous proliferation in the use of social media by employers to attract candidates, but also the rise in candidates making use of their social media profiles and presence as part of their professional branding.

The business benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce and workplace are becoming more widely understood, but various surveys show that in 2019 organisations will want to accelerate the pace of change to achieve genuine results in this…

“Today’s report backs up what recruiters across the country are saying to us. High employment rates and a lack of willingness to change employer in this uncertain climate means fewer people are looking for jobs – despite rising pay and jobs…

Hong Kong’s financial leaders state it takes an average of 5.5 months for new employees to gain a level of proficiency where they can independently and successfully manage their responsibilities.

"Whilst NSW continues to post the majority of job ads their growth has remained flat, whereas Victoria is the undisputed engine of growth accounting for 48 per cent of positive job ad growth nationally.” 

While adopting a progressive approach to their talent strategy, employers are also discerning when it comes to the personality and cultural fit of a candidate.