Almost 4 Out of 5 Malaysian Jobseekers Want Job Security

According to a survey by Allianz Malaysia Bhd's independent research partner, a majority of Malaysians are searching for job security after the unprecedented Covid-19 pandemic. 

The online survey utilised the Computer Assisted Web Interview (CAWI) methodology. The research targeted:

• 1,000 Malaysian citizens aged, 

• 20 to 45 years old,

• With at least a diploma or bachelor's degree qualification, and are

• Actively searching for jobs or interested in exploring other job opportunities during the pandemic. 

According to the findings, about 77% of those interviewed feel that job security is a crucial factor when looking out for job opportunities. Flexible working hours and work-life balance came second at 76%, followed by 75% for salary attractiveness and 69% for the location of the workplace.

 

Most jobseekers are looking for good leadership

The research revealed that the behaviour of Malaysian jobseekers has also shifted due to the ongoing pandemic. Most jobseekers are now looking for:

• Excellent leadership (68%),

• Impact on other people's lives (65%),

• The reputation of the company (64%),

• Opportunities for training (64%), and

• A high sense of achievement (63%).

These jobseekers are also looking for extra benefits (61%), fast career progression (57%) as well as challenging job scope (54%).

As the pandemic resulted in an uncertain future for many Malaysians, job security is important for most of them.

According to the survey, aside from providing an attractive salary, employers should concentrate on offering these perks:

• Permanent job roles, 

• Great work-life balance,

• Flexible working hours, and

• A role that does not require a lot of travelling. 

 

Allianz's CEO Programme

Earlier in 2021, as the country experienced a highly competitive job market due to the pandemic's impact, Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Bhd started the Allianz Career of Excellence and Opportunity (CEO) Programme.

Allianz Life Insurance Malaysia Bhd chief executive officer Joseph Gross said that he is proud to see the CEO programme launch. According to him, the company strives to deliver an ongoing talent development mechanism that serves to upgrade people's knowledge and skills. 

The Allianz CEO programme is a two-year training period that offers jobseekers job security, salary attractiveness, flexible working hours, and a life-long career with unlimited opportunities. 

Additionally, participants will also earn a guaranteed monthly financial assistance of RM12,000 max throughout the 24 months. 

Allianz Life's management team will teach jobseekers via focus-coaching and personalised mentoring. They will also get the chance to be certified as an estate planner.

 

Source: The Star

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