How to Attract Talents in the Current Competitive Market – Key Highlights from Our Latest Webinar

On April 17, 2025, Reeracoen Malaysia hosted an insightful webinar titled "How to Attract Talents in the Current Competitive Market?" featuring our Recruitment Advisors, John and Xin Qi. HR professionals, hiring managers, and business leaders joined us for a practical discussion on current hiring challenges and how to stay competitive in the talent market.
 

What We Covered

In today’s competitive market, companies need to take a more comprehensive approach to attract top talent. We discussed:

• General Market Outlook

• Redefining Talent Attraction

• Understanding and Combating Talent Shortage

• Non-Monetary Benefits

Market Outlook & Redefining Talent Attraction

The current hiring landscape continues to evolve, with salary still playing a significant role — but it’s no longer the only deciding factor. In fact, many companies offering competitive packages are still struggling to attract the right candidates.

A few key highlights shared:

• Salary expectations by job level

• Why certain roles remain difficult to fill despite attractive pay

• The importance of aligning company values with what candidates are seeking

Attracting top talent today requires more than numbers — it’s about offering an overall experience that resonates with candidates’ goals and values.

Talent Shortage & What Candidates Really Want

The talent shortage continues to be a concern, especially in niche roles like AI, cloud computing, and data analytics. While external factors such as stricter hiring criteria and economic uncertainties play a role, internal factors — like outdated benefit packages or rigid work models — can also slow down hiring success.

Our Candidate Survey 2025 revealed some interesting shifts in candidate expectations:

• Work-life balance and career development opportunities are key priorities

• Medical coverage, office pantry perks, and insurance are among the most commonly offered benefits

• Company culture, location, and flexible working arrangements are major decision-making factors for candidates

Non-monetary benefits are becoming essential — not just nice-to-haves. From flexible schedules and support for certifications (ACCA, MIA, JLPT, etc.) to additional leave policies and team-building activities, companies are rethinking how to stand out.

Key Takeaway

To win in today’s talent market, companies must take a more holistic approach to hiring. Competitive pay is just the starting point. Understanding what candidates truly value — and tailoring your offer accordingly — is what will make the real difference.

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