The Evolving Workplace Part 1: Legal Framework, Flexible Working, and Employee Well-Being

On August 1, AMCHAM’s Human Capital Committee (HCC) launched its inaugural webinar series, “The Evolving Workplace Part 1: Legal Framework, Flexible Working, and Employee Well-Being.” This session featured a distinguished lineup of speakers who explored how flexible workplace environments are influenced by governmental, human rights, and legal standards of 2024.

Mr. Ahmad Kamal Bin Mohd Nor, Director of Enforcement Division at the Ministry of Human Resources (MOHR), provided a comprehensive overview of Flexible Working Arrangements (FWA) in Malaysia, discussing various working arrangements, benefits, and challenges. YBhg. Datuk Hj Shamsuddin Bardan, Executive Director of the Malaysian Employers Federation, offered insights from the employers’ perspective while emphasizing employee well-being. Mr. Kelvin Kho, Employment Practitioner at Christopher & Lee Ong, discussed the legal framework and considerations for FWA, highlighting issues and best practices for work-from-home policies. The session was expertly moderated by Dr. Tooba M., Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Citibank Malaysia.

We extend our gratitude to all the guest speakers for their insightful presentations and for engaging with our attendees’ questions. We could not have asked for a better start to our webinar series!