AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoTalent Mobility: Malaysia is easing work rules for expatriate spouses, removing a barrier recruiters say has cost the country candidates and could help it attract regional talent. HR teams will need to adapt to the new process. Graduate Jobs: Malaysian graduates say AI is shrinking entry-level work in writing, research and administration, making it harder to gain experience; youth unemployment stands at 10.1%. Recruiting: LinkedIn plans to launch Hiring Assistant 2 in November, with candidate-matching tools and a centralized talent pool aimed at easing the load on recruiters, especially at small businesses. Workforce Changes: Amazon cut up to 250 jobs in its Devices & Services unit, while Microsoft is offering voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees as companies reorganize around efficiency and AI. Employee Rights: A new rule taking effect Nov. 8 will let workers access records their employers hold about them. California is also proposing limits on AI-driven workplace management. Workplace Wellbeing: Experts say psychological safety is emerging as a critical workplace risk, as HR leaders face pressure to balance AI adoption with employee wellbeing.
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