How Asia-Pacific banks can build a future-ready workforce

In this episode, we share insights on how a human-centric approach can lead to better outcomes for banks and their employees.

The banking industry is changing rapidly, and a people-centric approach can help banks stay ahead of the curve.

How can a focus on human-centricity drive growth and innovation in the banking industry? What are the benefits of a culture that supports continuous learning and evolution? Can this approach ultimately help banks build a future-ready workforce and thrive in a rapidly changing landscape?

Join Lee Hwee Boon, Head of Group Human Resources at OCBC, and Soumee De, Partner, Workforce Advisory, Financial Services Consulting, Ernst & Young Advisory Pte Ltd., with Clare Sporle, Partner, Financial Services, Ernst & Young, as they share their experiences and insights on how a human-centric approach can lead to better outcomes for banks and their employees.

Key takeaways:

  • The impact of macro trends on the banking industry in Asia-Pacific
  • Why it's more important than ever for banks to adopt a people-centric strategy to future-proof their workforce

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Soumee De
Partner, People Consulting, Financial Services, Ernst & Young Advisory Pte Ltd

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