Hybrid working continues to shape workplace cultures, providing opportunity and challenges for people professionals in Malaysia

As 70% of Malaysia people professionals say they will start exploring new job opportunities within the next year, organisations need to address current recruitment challenges. KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia , Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A new report by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the professional body for HR and people development, finds that the impact of hybrid working varies across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region and that workforce engagement is a critical priority across all APAC markets surveyed.

While some APAC countries are positive about the impact of hybrid working, Malaysian people professionals indicate that there are still challenges to HR delivery, particularly when it comes to supporting line managers to manage their teams effectively and building organisational cultures and values. The “People Profession 2023: Asia-Pacific Survey” , which surveyed over 800 people professionals across Australia , Hong Kong S. A.

R. , Malaysia , and Singapore , provides insights into the talent management landscape, workforce priorities, and the nuances of hybrid working. May Leng Kwok , Head of Market Development – Global, for CIPD, said: “With its rich diversity, Malaysia presents unique challenges and opportunities within talent management.

Recognising the distinctive nature of the Malaysian market, it’s evident that a universal approach won’t suffice. Navigating these complexities, the survey acts as a compass, guiding us and people professionals to comprehend and address the intricacies shaping the future of work in the country and the rest of the region. ” Key findings from the report include May Leng Kwok concluded: “Hybrid and flexible work models are reshaping the way we work, and it’s crucial for people teams and managers to recognise the profound implications for both individuals and business strategies.

As Malaysia embraces this transformative era, organisations need to adopt a data-driven mindset, and thoroughly analyse how hybrid working uniquely impacts the local landscape, employee segments, and internal and external stakeholders. To adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape, organisations need to explore creative solutions to enhance the employee experience, whether through dynamic career and skills development via job rotations, secondments, or robust support for professional qualifications and certifications. ” The CIPD recently launched its first Advisory Committee in Malaysia , to help shape the people profession and boost its standing in the country.

This regional first brings together distinguished HR leaders and practitioners from across industries, sparking thought leadership and innovation, while championing enhanced people management standards across Malaysia . Notes to editors [1] Herbert, C. , Dorsey, M.

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