In Malaysia, Tattooed Job Seekers Affects Employability

Times might be changing, but the perception of those with tattoos is still the same.

According to a survey, tattooed job seekers may have to be careful as getting inked could affect their chances of getting hired.

What the survey says

YouGov Omnibus latest study found that although 7% of Malaysians do have a tattoo, only 3 out of 5 (58%) said they would be less likely to hire someone with a tattoo, even if they were qualified for the job.

However, at least 4 out of 10 (37%) said a candidate's tattoo would have no effect on their decision to hire, while another 5% said it would make them more likely to hire them.

Source: YouGov Omnibus

The study also noted that nearly 2 out of 5 (37%) surveyed have a negative impression of people with tattoos. This is a popular sentiment among those over the age of 55, where half have a bad impression of tattooed people, compared to a third (34%) of those aged 25 to 34.

6 out of 10 (58%) have a neutral impression of tattoos, while 5% have a positive impression.

More results from the survey

People with face tattoos are least likely to get a job (80%), followed by those with tattoos on the neck (69%), hand (60%) and arm (51%).
1,022 Malaysians were surveyed and found to have quite a conservative view of tattoos in the workplace.
63% think tattoos should be covered in the workplace.
2 out of 3 believe that certain jobs are not suitable for those with tattoos.
42% also believe that tattoos should not affect a person's employability.

YouGov Omnibus Asia-Pacific chief Jake Gammon said although tattoos are becoming more common, they appear to be largely unwelcome in the workplace. “Not only do tattooed people leave a bad impression on a significant proportion of Malaysians, but they also affect employability,” he said.

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source: YouGov Omnibus

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