HR & Education

AI-driven layoffs could erode firms’ competitive edge: Jasmine Lau

Authorities are reviewing support gaps in the workforce support.
1 day ago

AI transition must avoid worker‑business clash, Minister Tan says

Only 6% of AI adopting firms reported workforce reductions in MOM survey.
2 days ago

No plans to raise late retrenchment notification penalties: MOM

Compliance rose to 80% last year, up from 70% in 2024.
3 days ago

New Bill to merge workforce agencies amidst AI, economic shifts

The SWDA will gain legal authority to issue mandatory guidelines for career providers.
3 days ago

Employers still face tech hiring challenges amidst AI skills shift: report

Data analytics and data science roles are the hardest to fill, whilst employers turn to upskilling and flexible talent models.
3 days ago

Hiring intentions 'quietly dry up' as Hormuz closure hits Singapore SMEs

Employment growth slows to 5,000 in Q1 as firms pull back on hiring.
4 days ago

NTUC commits $37m as job security concerns rise amongst PMETs, graduates

The group’s survey showed that nearly one in five saw job security as a top concern.
5 days ago

Tripartite partners outline joint plans as AI transforms Singapore’s workforce

SNEF, MOM and NTUC  will jointly push for skills, job redesign and workforce support.
5 days ago

Singapore forms Tripartite Jobs Council to buffer AI worker transition

Key focus areas include expanded training and targeted support for at-risk roles.
5 days ago

AI skills boost engineer pay by up to 25%, NodeFlair finds

The report shows AI capability now commands a clear salary premium across engineering roles.
5 days ago

Labour market expansion slows in Q1 amidst cooling hiring plans

Employment rose for 18th quarter whilst hiring plans fall sharply.

Singapore ranks 6th globally, tops APAC for A&E talent: Savills

However, firms are urged to be more deliberate in office space use amidst rising costs.

Two-thirds of Gen Zs say firms not prepared for their needs: Robert Walters

Whilst most firms are open to hiring them, 4% remain hesitant—the highest in SEA.

Singapore's hiring slowdown: A call for data-driven resilience

The challenge is using data to make smarter workforce decisions amidst margins for error have tightened.