SINGAPORE has been ranked among the most popular global
destination to relocate to, with 100 per cent of professional women
surveyed saying they would recommend working here to others.
Women are increasingly considering Singapore because of the low
crime rate, tax incentives, excellent lifestyle, and opportunities
for personal development in the region.
The Global Professionals on the Move Report 2011, commissioned
by the Hydrogen Group and conducted by a consultancy project team
from ESCP Europe, analyses responses from 2,637 professionals from
85 different countries with qualifications of a bachelor degree or
above.
Simon Walker, Hydrogen Asia Regional Managing Director, said
he's 'noticed an increase in the number of women from overseas
taking advantage of the career opportunities offered here. Banking
sectors in particular are looking to source experienced female
professionals from a global talent pool.'
Mr Walker explained that many global firms were setting up
headquarters in Singapore, or expanding their operations to include
branch offices in South-East Asia.
With 42 per cent of Singapore's population made up of expats and
overseas students, it's not surprising that 80 per cent of the
professionals surveyed found it easy to settle in and make new
friends.
-- THE STAR/ANN
