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The "Support" Squeeze – Why HK Firms are Trimming HR and Ops

The "Support" Squeeze – Why HK Firms are Trimming HR and Ops

The Efficiency Mandate The 2026 employment landscape in Hong Kong is witnessing a significant structural "reshuffle." According to the latest  KPMG Employment Outlook , a clear divide has emerged: while firms are hungry for revenue-generating talent, they are increasingly viewing back-office functions—specifically  HR, Finance, and Administration —as areas for optimization and potential

  10/04/2026 Read More
1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (10 Apr, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (10 Apr, 2026)

Designed by Freepik HR and Operations Facing Cuts : KPMG’s 2026 Outlook reveals 22% of employers expect headcount decreases, specifically targeting support roles like HR, finance, and administration to improve efficiency.  Source Revenue-Driving Roles Prioritized : Recruitment efforts are shifting heavily toward sales and fee-earning positions as firms prioritize immediate growth over back-of

  10/04/2026 Read More
時事多面睇｜連續性僱傭合約門檻放寬至「468」　工時反減保障未增？

時事多面睇｜連續性僱傭合約門檻放寬至「468」　工時反減保障未增？

為加強勞工保障，政府去年修例，僱員連續四星期在同一間公司工作滿68小時，就可享有法定假期等福利。新修訂實施兩個多月，有勞工反映工時大減，情況是如何呢？ Video by TVB News 時事多面睇 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Ycq3tAexMc

  09/04/2026 Read More
The AI Talent Pivot

The AI Talent Pivot

The recently released  KPMG Hong Kong Employment Outlook 2026  paints a picture of a market in transition. While 2025 was a year of experimentation with Artificial Intelligence, 2026 is the year of implementation. Key Trends for HR Professionals Skill Shift:  AI literacy is no longer a "nice-to-have." It is now the most critical skill identified by employers across all seniority lev

  09/04/2026 Read More
1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (9 Apr, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (9 Apr, 2026)

Designed by Freepik Vistra Appoints Chief AI & Digital Officer:  Global professional services firm Vistra, headquartered in HK, has appointed Damian Leach to this new leadership role to accelerate AI-powered client experiences.  Source AI Adoption Triple in 2026:  A KPMG report reveals that 24% of HK organizations have widely deployed AI this year, a three-fold increase from 202

  09/04/2026 Read More
新聞透視｜就業前景未見樂觀　年輕畢業生求職面對甚麼困難？

新聞透視｜就業前景未見樂觀　年輕畢業生求職面對甚麼困難？

三、四月是畢業生求職黃金旺季，但對於部分應屆畢業生而言，就業前景卻未見樂觀。根據統計處資料，2025年第四季，20至24歲青年失業率達12.3%，較疫情時2021年同期的8.5%更高，年輕畢業生求職面對甚麼困難？根據大學聯校就業資料庫數據，針對大學生的全職職位空缺，由2021年第四季約1.5萬個，大跌逾五成至2025年同期約7,000個，創近年新低，為甚麼呢？青年就業困難如何反映世代焦慮？ Video by 新聞透視 https://www.youtube.com/wa

  08/04/2026 Read More
Solving the 2026 "Specialist Scarcity"

Solving the 2026 "Specialist Scarcity"

The Paradox of 3.9% Unemployment At first glance, Hong Kong’s rise in unemployment to 3.9% might suggest a cooling market. However, the reality on the ground is a  bifurcated labor market . While there is a visible surplus of mid-level generalist managers, the vacancy rate for niche specialists remains at record highs. The Rise of the "AI-Fluent" Professional The 2026 recruitment landscape is

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1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (8 Apr, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (8 Apr, 2026)

Designed by Freepik Visa Renewal Window Extended:  Effective April 2026, the Immigration Department has extended the visa renewal filing window from 30 days to  90 days  for key talent schemes (GEP, ASMTP).  Source Employer’s Return Deadline:  The Inland Revenue Department issued  Form BIR56A  on April 1. Employers must report all employee remuneration for the ye

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The "Day-One" Revolution: April 2026 Statutory Changes

The "Day-One" Revolution: April 2026 Statutory Changes

Hong Kong’s labor landscape has entered a transformative phase this April. The most significant shift is the transition of several employee benefits into "day-one" rights. Historically, employees had to pass a qualifying period (often 26 weeks or a year) to access paternity leave or unpaid parental leave. As of this week, those barriers have been dismantled. Furthermore, the  Employ

  02/04/2026 Read More
1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (2 Apr, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (2 Apr, 2026)

Designed by Freepik Civil Service Recruitment Drive:  The Civil Service Bureau has announced the application period for the June 2026 Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) is now open until April 10.  Source Easter Monday Becomes Statutory:  Effective this year, Easter Monday (April 6, 2026) is officially a statutory holiday, bringing the total to 15 days as part of the gradual align

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Beyond the Paycheck: Navigating the 2026 "Selective Scarcity" Market

Beyond the Paycheck: Navigating the 2026 "Selective Scarcity" Market

The New Reality of Talent Acquisition As we close the first quarter of 2026, Hong Kong’s recruitment landscape has shifted from "The Great Resignation" to a phase we at  Me2Works  call  "Selective Scarcity."  While the unemployment rate has dipped to a healthy 3.8%, the competition for specific, high-impact roles has never been more intense. Employers are no longer casting wide

  01/04/2026 Read More
1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (1 Apr, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (1 Apr, 2026)

Designed by Freepik Easter Monday Statutory Holiday:  2026 marks the first year Easter Monday is included as a mandatory statutory holiday, bringing the total to 15 days ( Source ). High Tech Demand:  Cybersecurity and AI/Machine Learning Engineers remain the most sought-after tech roles, with salary uplifts for movers normalizing at 15% ( Source ). NexStyle Apparel Restructuring:  

  01/04/2026 Read More
The 2026 Talent Paradox—Security vs. AI Fluency

The 2026 Talent Paradox—Security vs. AI Fluency

The Conflict of the Year As we move through the first quarter of 2026, the Hong Kong job market is witnessing a fascinating contradiction. While hiring confidence has rebounded to  34% —the highest since the pandemic—there is a widening "expectation gap" between what employers offer and what candidates demand. 1. The Stability Surge Despite the rise of the "gig economy" and contract hiring (S

  31/03/2026 Read More
1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (31 Mar, 2026)

1 min News: Employment & Job Market Updates (31 Mar, 2026)

Designed by Freepik Workplace Safety Warning:  The Labour Department (LD) issued a reminder today for employers and employees to prioritize electrical safety during rainstorms following recent unstable weather.  Source Continuous Contract Reform:  The "4-18" rule has officially transitioned to a  68-hour four-week threshold , expanding benefits to more part-time workers as of e

  31/03/2026 Read More
Bridging the 10% Gap: Navigating the 2026 Salary Standoff

Bridging the 10% Gap: Navigating the 2026 Salary Standoff

The Great Expectation Mismatch In the current Hong Kong market, we are witnessing a significant "Expectation Gap." According to recent 2026 salary benchmarks,  81% of job seekers  are demanding a minimum salary increase of  10% to 20%  to consider changing roles.Conversely,  83% of employers  have budgeted for increments of  less than 6% . This stalemate is

  30/03/2026 Read More