What Malaysian Job Seekers Want Employers to Know
?A country analysis of the report -What Jobseekers Wish Employers Knew by Jobstreet, the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and the Network found that:
●????66% of Malaysians cited a smooth recruitment process as the #1 way an employer stands out in their minds.
?●????54% of Malaysians named “negative experiences during recruitment” as the key reason they would refuse an otherwise attractive offer.
?●????Salary range is the #1 feature that matters to people in a good job. 34% of Malaysians mentioned that it is the first piece of information they would look at.
?●????When not seeking a job, a position recommended by a friend or outreach by a personal acquaintance is the best way to raise someone’s interest.
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?●????Once there is interest in a job, most people will look out for more information on company websites and social media. Most people apply for jobs through recruitment platforms and job boards.
?●????The most preferred channel of recruitment is still personal interaction. Advanced digital tools such as AI & chatbots, AI led interviews, a demo video etc. are favored only by a small number of people.
?●????A good job ad must be clear, transparent, informative, and a good interview must be an honest conversation. 63% of Malaysians think that the HR manager ought not to “oversell” their company. Respondents also value an employer who provides immediate feedback after a selection step.
?●????While candidates do want the time and space to consider a job offer, most job seekers appreciate calls from future managers and openness for negotiation while waiting to decide about an offer.
?We hope this information equips you, the HR manager, to be better prepared so you can attract the best talents that are out there.