Riding the Next Wave of Change to the Employment Act
Professionals, Managers and Executives (PMEs) are about to receive new rights. How will you manage this wave of change?
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is intending to amend the Employment Act to expand the coverage of PMEs. Currently, only PMEs earning not more than $2,500 per month may seek help from MOM on the non-payment of their salaries. Next year, the salary ceiling will be raised to $4.500 per month. Not only that, PMEs, who are General Branch (GB) members, may seek the help of their unions to bring other employment issues to MOM for mediation service. What effects will this wave of change have on you as Employer and you as a PME?
- How do these changes affect your existing employment relationship with the PMEs?
- Apart from the Employment Act, are there other labour legislations that offer rights and protection for PMEs?
- What are these legislations?
- Are your employment terms and conditions in compliance with these legislations?
Speakers
Chia Boon Cher
Advisor, Virtual HR
With over 3 decades of experience, Virtual HR inhouse consultant Mr Chia Boon Cher had over 16 years of experience in the Ministry of Manpower before he joined the private sector in 1990. At the Ministry, he held various appointments including Enforcement Officer (Labour Inspectorate), Assistant Director (Conciliation) and the Registrar of Trade Unions.