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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.
93% of organisations are actively seeking ways to reduce healthcare spending
A quarter of them, however, are unaware of what to do.
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.