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4 factors intensifying the talent gap in the FinTech sector

A report revealed that demand for talent in the FinTech sector is still outpacing supply.

4 factors intensifying the talent gap in the FinTech sector

A report revealed that demand for talent in the FinTech sector is still outpacing supply.

Non-resident workers in construction and manufacturing boost employment in Q3

Based on advanced estimates, total employment expanded by 75,600.

7 in 10 employees want flexibility in working schedules, locations

They are even willing to receive a pay cut just to be granted such flexibility.

Did the salary hike keep up with inflation?

Inflation offset salaries by 1.7% in real terms this year.

Singapore firms hike wellness program offers in job ads 

The job market saw a 1600% increase in offered mental health programs. 

Talent availability emerges as a top concern amongst senior executives  

Only 30% of organisations are prepared to respond to a dearth of talent.

Is humour the best medicine vs stress at work? Majority says it is

Nearly seven in 10 workers said jokes can reduce burnout.

Financial costs prevent married Singaporeans from having more children: survey

About half  of the couples (51%) had fewer than two children.

Chart of the day: Unemployment rates falls in August

Ministry of Manpower warns of a slowdown in labour market activity.

IMDA, NCS rolls out work and study programme for polytechnic grads

The programme will help provide 1,600 tech jobs and training opportunities.

Recession fears? 88% of CEOs eye a hiring freeze over the next 6 months

CEOs are considering halting recruitment due to the anticipated recession.

81% of workers want to take on a permanent remote position

Some want to work remotely because they have moved further away from the office.

79% of millennials want re-skilling and upskilling opportunities from employers

Millennials feel they are not given enough opportunities to develop in their roles.

HRnetGroup to acquire a majority stake in Octomate

The total consideration for the acquisition is $676,530.61.

Support for women entering leadership roles needed: Deloitte

Singapore is 54th out of 156 markets in the 2021 Global Gender Gap Index.

7 in 10 professionals believe metaverse will become part of existing work practices

Employees say they would prefer meetings on metaverse over video conferencing tools.