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Top ten in-demand tech jobs in 2023 27 Dec 2022
The retention recipe to combat Asia’s tech talent war 02 Nov 2022
THE RETENTION RECIPE TO HONG KONG’S INCREASING TECH TALENT 02 Nov 2022
Employees could be key to tackling sustainability challenges 21 Oct 2022
Understand tech talent to design winning employee experience 21 Oct 2022
Disconnect in the importance of learning between employers and employees 21 Sep 2022
Salary is the strongest motivator in an increasingly stretched tech talent market 14 Sep 2022
Professionals must ask the right questions to assess organisations 16 Aug 2022
Customer centricity, strong partnerships and innovation key to overcoming workforce challenges 21 Jul 2022
YOUNG PEOPLE DO NOT HAVE THE NECESSARY SKILLS FOR TODAY’S WORLD OF WORK 20 Jul 2022
Businesses should hire untapped neurodiverse workforce to close tech skills gaps 30 Jun 2022
Hays first Greater China Technology Salary Guide reveals latest talent trends in technology industry 15 Jun 2022
Hays Plc, a leading global professional recruiting group is pleased to announce the launch of the 2022 Hays Salary Guide for the Technology industry in Greater China (“the Guide”) today. Being the first of its kind, the Guide is a supplement to the Hays Asia Salary guide and reveals prominent technology industry trends and findings based on an in-depth survey of over 1,000 workers in the technology industry in Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR.
How business leaders can avoid proximity bias affecting their hybrid workforce 28 Apr 2022
More investment in retention approaches needed to get ahead of skill shortages 21 Apr 2022
Nearly half of employers in Hong Kong SAR plan to hire more in 2022 21 Apr 2022
Despite the continued challenges from the pandemic, employers in Hong Kong SAR are more upbeat about business activity in 2022 and plan to hire more.
HONG KONG SAR EMPLOYERS TO INCREASE SALARIES UP TO 3%, EMPLOYEES EXPECT MORE 07 Apr 2022
43% of professionals in Asia still believe diversity to be a barrier to career progression at their organisations 11 Mar 2022
EMPLOYERS IN HONG KONG SAR UPBEAT ABOUT BUSINESS ACTIVITY IN 2022 09 Mar 2022
Hong Kong SAR’s Life Sciences Industry is Facing the Future with Innovation and Technological Confidence 05 Jan 2022
PROFESSIONALS NEED TO UPSKILL TO SUCCEED IN 2022 05 Jan 2022
HAYS REPORT SEES WORKING WORLD CHANGING FOREVER POST PANDEMIC 29 Dec 2021
What are Hays Hong Kong SAR’s Top Ten Talent Trends for 2022? 06 Dec 2021
Throughout the pandemic, the disruptions to the world of work have given people time and space to really reflect on their personal and professional lives and how to draw the balance between both, making them more selective about roles and companies they choose to join.
HOW A NEURODIVERSE WORKFORCE CAN BENEFIT YOUR ORGANISATION 16 Jun 2021
EMPLOYERS: KICKSTART GEN Z’S CAREERS POST-PANDEMIC 28 May 2021
BY SETTING SUSTAINABILITY GOALS BUSINESSES ARE BETTER POSITIONED TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN KEY TALENT 17 May 2021
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), which assesses the sustainability and societal impact of businesses, has gathered significant momentum in recent years. However, the COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses into survival mode and in some cases sustainability efforts slipped down priority lists. As the world begins to recover from the global pandemic, businesses must again move substantiality back near the top of their agenda.
THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION THAT IS CHANGING HONG KONG’S SAR’S TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY 06 May 2021
SALARY STASIS AS ASIA RECOVERS FROM REVENUE SHORTFALLS 12 Apr 2021
HONG KONG SAR’S WORKFORCE PLACES GREAT IMPORTANCE ON UPSKILLING AND WORK-LIFE BALANCE 18 Mar 2021
HARD TIMES AND HOPE WITH ASIA GEARING UP FOR AN UNCERTAIN YEAR AS REVEALED IN THE NEW HAYS ASIA 2021 SALARY GUIDE 02 Mar 2021
2020 opened amidst concerns centring on a constricting global economy, trade enmity, and a general ‘slobalisation’ as countries worldwide turned towards more protectionist practices. However, the pandemic upset all predictions, bringing with it a new set of challenges for companies and their employees to face. But as 2021 begins, though uncertainty remains, according to the 2021 Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays, there is an underlying hope for the year ahead.
MANCHESTER CITY PLAYERS REVEAL HOW THEY REACH THEIR CAREER GOALS 08 Feb 2021
THE INCREASING IMPORTANCE OF THE CIO AND IT TEAMS 01 Feb 2021
OPENNESS TO CHANGE AND DIGITALISATION OF PROCESSES WILL DEFINE HONG KONG SAR’S WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE SAYS NEW REPORT BY HAYS 01 Feb 2021
HONG KONG SAR’S PROFESSIONALS SEEK A FLEXIBLE WORKPLACE OF THE FUTURE THAT VALUES EMPLOYEE WELLBEING SAYS NEW REPORT BY HAYS 19 Jan 2021
SKILLS CONFIDENCE HIGH AMONGST PROFESSIONALS IN HONG KONG SAR SAYS REPORT BY HAYS 06 Jan 2021
HOW TO ENHANCE THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE THROUGH AUTOMATION AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE 22 Dec 2020
TOP TEN TALENT TRENDS FOR HONG KONG SAR IN 2021 17 Dec 2020
LIFE SCIENCES CANDIDATES ATTRACTED BY BIGGER JOB SCOPES ADMIST STIFF COMPETITION FOR TALENT IN CHINA, SURVEY FINDS 10 Nov 2020
HOW GRADUATES CAN BOOST THEIR EMPLOYABILITY IN A TOUGH JOBS MARKET 09 Nov 2020
THREE CONSIDERATIONS FOR BUSINESSES IN CHINA WHEN HIRING TECHNOLOGY TALENT 06 Nov 2020
NEARLY FOUR OUT OF TEN EMPLOYEES SAY THEIR MENTAL HEALTH HAS BEEN IMPACTED NEGATIVELY DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC 19 Oct 2020
Nearly four out of ten professionals have said their mental health and wellbeing has been impacted negatively during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a recent global survey by recruiting experts Hays.
SLOW BUT STEADY HIRING MARKET FOR LEGAL & COMPLIANCE IN HONG KONG SAR 25 Sep 2020
FOUR WAYS COVID-19 WILL IMPACT HONG KONG’S WORKFORCE SENTIMENT 21 Aug 2020
As COVID-19 continues to impact the way people live and work around the world, not only businesses but individuals themselves are undergoing a transformation, says recruiting experts Hays.
ORGANISATIONS IN HONG KONG SAR MUST ADAPT THEIR PEOPLE STRATEGY POST COVID-19 12 Aug 2020
While organisations in Hong Kong continue to brave against the hurdles presented by COVID-19, successful containment efforts have resulted in most businesses operating at full capacity.
TEN WAYS EMPLOYERS IN HONG KONG SAR CAN COMMUNICATE THEIR BRAND WHEN INTERVIEWING REMOTELY 21 Jul 2020
The ongoing remote working revolution is not only changing the way organisations function, but also the way they hire. Many organisations in Hong Kong are now interviewing remotely, which has led to faster and more efficient hiring processes.
10 TRENDS THAT ARE IMPACTING HIRING IN HONG KONG SAR RIGHT NOW 17 Jul 2020
The COVID-19 crisis has ushered in a new era in the world of work that is impacting both jobseekers and hiring organisations.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN HONG KONG SAR’S INSURANCE SECTOR WILL SHAPE HIRING TRENDS 15 Jul 2020
The events of 2020 have directly impacted the permanent hiring market in Hong Kong as businesses revaluate their financial resources and focus on curbing their spend.
HYBRID WORKING MODEL PRESENTS MANY CHALLENGES FOR HR TEAMS IN HONG KONG 09 Jul 2020
While most organisations in Hong Kong have returned to work, continued disruptions and the ongoing pandemic has led to a sustained need and demand for remote working options amongst staff. To effectively manage this while maintaining productivity, many organisations are now adopting hybrid working models – where the workforce is split between those in the office and those working remotely.
3 WAYS ORGANISATIONS IN HONG KONG SAR CAN LEVERAGE THE POWER OF PEOPLE DURING TIMES OF CRISIS 24 Jun 2020
Strategy and management are essential to leading a company through crisis; but at the heart of any organisation is its people, and organisations around the world have been celebrating the pivotal role that employees have played in tiding their company through unprecedented challenges.
WHAT LESSONS CAN LEADERS LEARN FROM THE COVID-19 CRISIS? 03 Jun 2020
The global COVID-19 crisis has already transformed the world of work, with much of its impact still unfolding. As the situation continues to develop and the road to recovery is expected to be a long one, business leaders and professionals must adapt and be agile to the challenges that are presented to them on a daily basis, with valuable lessons to be learned along the way.
HAYS CEO PROVIDES BUSINESS LEADERS WITH ADVICE ON HOW TO MANAGE AND INSPIRE THEIR WORKFORCE DURING TIMES OF UNCERTAINTY 28 May 2020
Keeping the workforce productive and engaged so an organisation emerges from the current crisis in the best possible position is a key priority for business leaders today. According to Hays CEO Alistair Cox, who recently shared his advice on the topic, there are eight key steps employers can take to guide staff through the current period of uncertainty and establish new, productive ways of working to deliver value to their customers.
6 TOP TIPS FOR MANAGING A REMOTE WORKFORCE IN HONG KONG 19 May 2020
While Hong Kong’s response to the COVID-19 crisis has been applauded around the world, increased flexible working and lingering uncertainty has led to staff who can work from home to continue to do so.
Lessons from COVID-19: What the rest of the world can learn from how Manuli Hydraulics resumed business operations amidst the COVID-19 crisis 15 May 2020
As countries around the world continue in their battle against COVID-19 at varying stages, in China, the worst appears to have been overcome. Today, most of China’s businesses are gradually resuming operations, providing the world with an invaluable frame of reference as they prepare to return to work.
Hays launches free online training to help businesses in Hong Kong SAR thrive from home 13 May 2020
Hays, the leading recruiting expert, has launched a free online training portal designed to help employers and teams in Hong Kong SAR grow the skills they need to function effectively and thrive in the face of the current working environment.
6 simple ways to look after your wellbeing at home 05 May 2020
More businesses in Hong Kong are working remotely than ever before in an effort to combat the Covid-19 crisis. But while employees may now be well acquainted with working from home, this way of working can also present challenges that are difficult to spot at times – such as feelings of isolation and loneliness.
5 ways to maintain your workplace culture remotely 29 Apr 2020
The current world of work in Hong Kong is operating more remotely than it ever has before. While this is crucial to maintaining the health and safety of employees, remote working can also create obstacles that employers find challenging, says recruiting experts Hays.
How to impress in your video interview: Advice from recruiting experts 20 Apr 2020
Interviewing for a new role via video is only increasing, according to recruiting experts Hays, as our world of work evolves in rapidly changing times.
Championing virtual hiring: 5 tips for successfully conducting video interviews in Hong Kong 16 Apr 2020
Uncertainty in the current world of work is posing a challenge to established hiring practices, particularly when it comes to interviewing potential candidates for a new role. Virtual recruitment methods like video interviews are invaluable in overcoming the challenges of remote hiring, while having the additional benefits of saving companies time and creating more efficient processes.
Hays Ranked One of the 2020 Best Workplaces in Asia by Great Place to Work® 08 Apr 2020
Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, ranked Hays as number #4 on the 2020 Best Workplaces in Asia list under the category of ‘Best Multinational Workplaces in Asia’. More than 2.2 million employees participated in the survey studies that covered eight 8 Asia-regions and countries where Great Place to Work is represented.
Hong Kong SAR surpasses China to report highest percentage of female managers in Asia 31 Mar 2020
Hong Kong SAR has surpassed China to report the highest percentage of female managers across Asia, finds the latest Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays.
Men less likely to recognise inequality in workplace, finds survey from Hays 19 Mar 2020
For the second year running, a global survey by recruiting experts Hays has revealed that men are more likely than women to believe their employer is committed to achieving gender equality in the workplace.
Hong Kong sees rising uncertainty in job and skills security 19 Mar 2020
Despite having the highest salary satisfaction rates in the region, jobseekers in Hong Kong are becoming increasingly uncertain about job security and the future relevancy of their skills, finds the latest Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays.
Hong Kong reports highest salary satisfaction in Asia for third year 14 Mar 2020
In a continuing trend, employees in Hong Kong remain the most satisfied with their current compensation packages in the region, finds the latest Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays. However, this may see a slight change in 2020 as employers expect moderately lower raises when compared to employee expectations for the same.
Hong Kong reports highest salary satisfaction in Asia for third year 14 Mar 2020
In a continuing trend, employees in Hong Kong remain the most satisfied with their current compensation packages in the region, finds the latest Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays. However, this may see a slight change in 2020 as employers expect moderately lower raises when compared to employee expectations for the same.
Hong Kong's rapid digitalisation spurs skills uncertainty in 2020 13 Mar 2020
While 2019 began as a promising year for recruitment in Asia, the ripple effect of a slowing global economy has seeded uncertainty within the region. This has contributed to a more conservative outlook for hiring and compensation in 2020, finds the latest Asia Salary Guide report by leading recruitment experts Hays. In Hong Kong, employees remain satisfied with their compensation but are growing increasingly uncertain about the relevancy of their skills as the region continues to digitalise.
Coding can future proof careers 06 Mar 2020
As the rate of technological change advances, it’s becoming increasingly important for professionals to learn coding to future proof their careers and plug existing skills gaps, says recruiting experts Hays.
Three questions business leaders must ask themselves going into the new decade 04 Mar 2020
Alistair Cox, CEO of recruiting experts Hays, has identified three important questions business leaders should be asking themselves to prepare their organisations and workforces for the new decade ahead.
Gamification can improve employee participation, but how can organisations implement it? 04 Mar 2020
Gamification has the potential to help organisations with employee participation and motivation, but some businesses are struggling to put it into effect, says recruiting experts Hays.
Avoid greenwashing: Attraction & retention suffer if sustainability practices lack authenticity 04 Mar 2020
Going green can benefit staff attraction and retention, but organisations must demonstrate real commitment. According to recruiting experts Hays, if genuine talent attraction and retention benefits are to be realised, employers need to ensure their sustainability efforts are authentic.
Professionals want praise not perks 04 Mar 2020
Would you rather your boss praised your successes or offered you unwanted perks? According to recruiting experts Hays, most employees prefer the former, which is why organisations could forgo headline-grabbing perks in favour of a simple ‘thank you’ and recognition for a job well done.
How to get a job in 2020: upskilling and soft skills are key, says Hays 04 Mar 2020
Marked by continued digital innovation, business transformation and a slowing global economy, 2020 is lining up to be a year that will be as full of challenges as it will opportunities. One of the major effects of these market conditions in Asia will be slower and more cost-effective hiring processes across industries and functions – meaning that it has become more important than ever for candidates to be able to ‘prove their worth’ as the right fit for a role.
The ageing workforce presents an opportunity to employers 04 Mar 2020
The average working age is increasing across the globe and as a result, employers should embrace the benefits of a more mature workforce, says recruiting experts Hays.
Hays named 'Best Workplace for Women™' in Greater China 2019 by Great Place to Work® 04 Mar 2020
Hays Greater China was awarded the titles of “Best Workplace for Women™” and as one of the ‘Best Workplaces™ in Greater China 2019’ by Great Place to Work®, a global authority on workplace culture, in Shanghai last night.
Hays is awarded as one of the ‘Best Companies to Work For® in Hong Kong 2018’ by Great Place to Work® 04 Mar 2020
Hong Kong – It’s no easy feat to cultivate a high-trust, high-performance organisation. According to Great Place to Work®, it takes the commitment of dedicated and motivated employees and leaders to achieve such a lofty goal. We’re proud to announce that Great Place to Work® has named Hays as one of the ‘Best Companies to Work For® in Hong Kong’.
Hong Kong SAR's top talent trends for 2020: Pace of change to drive job market 04 Mar 2020
Marked by trade tensions, continuous digital transformation, financial innovation and regulatory changes, Hong Kong’s job market is geared for significant changes in the coming year, says recruiting experts Hays, as part of the city’s top 10 talent trends for 2020.