​​Under Phaidon International group, alongside LVI Associates, Regulatory and Legal talent partner Larson Maddox has now expanded its services across the Asia Pacific region, by setting up dedicated teams in Hong Kong and Singapore. The expansion in the Asia Pacific region will enable Larson Maddox to support the growing hiring demands in the regulatory and legal sector. “We...

​​Engineering a sustainable futureThe world relies on engineering and infrastructure, but both disciplines can have an impact on the climate,with estimates pointing to70% of global greenhouse gas emissions that stem from infrastructure. How can engineering and infrastructure be a catalyst for meaningful change and scale down the atmospheric temperature rise? The answer could...

It is no secret that the year of 2021 has become an overwhelmingly candidate driven market. With companies across many industries scouring for talent. Findings in our 2021 Water and Renewable Energy Salary Snapshots showed significant compensation and benefits discrepancies even between countries within the Asia Pacific regions.As we acclimatise to new working flexibility, s...

Today, women are disproportionately represented in the engineering industry; making up only 12% of the engineering workforce in Australia.  While many firms have made significant inroads, gender disparity continues to persist, but why is this the case?  And how can firms get women to break into the sector and, in turn, encourage them to stay? In our latest report, Let’s Tal...

​There is overwhelming evidence that companies with diverse workforces perform better on every possible metric, with diversity positively impacting every level of a business, from the cleaning staff to the board of directors.Asian professionals say a workplace that respects diverse opinion is key to retaining talent. Bringing in as many perspectives, working styles and exper...

​​Embracing change, whether professionally or personally, can be a headache. However, whilst some change might be an uphill battle for individuals, it can also be an enabler of professional development and enhance a growth mindset.  In your professional life, are you longing for a change in direction? Maybe you stayed put at the same business for a decade, but now is the rig...

​​As the year of the Tiger draws near, discover what 2022 has in store for your career!The Chinese zodiac is represented by 12 zodiac animals. In Chinese culture, it is believed that your relationships, health, well-being and career fortunes are closely tied to the year of your birth. Take this opportunity to find out what you can expect, and what to look out for in the new ...

​​No-one likes to talk about pay but are you missing out on a hard-earned raise? Time to break the taboo and secure the pay rise you deserve. Start by asking.Know your worthBe prepared. Don't let impostor syndrome get the better of you and undervalue yourself. Likewise, don't expect your line manager to have a new salary already calculated for you in case you finally plucked...

As the global health crisis brings us more challenges to face, ​ many are becoming more and more comfortable staying at home for more extended periods of time. With the days blending seamlessly into the next, how have individuals made productive use of this time during local lockdowns and periods of self-isolation?Some have utilised this new-found time to prioritise self-car...

​Roles within the infrastructure and engineering sector are often demanding and project-based, so it is important you choose the right role and projects that you find genuinely challenging and invigorating. Though your salary is important, it is vital to look beyond a salary number when considering a job offer.When evaluating a job offer, it is important to consider more tha...

​Your input will allow us to paint a detailed picture of the current industry-specific remuneration packages. The upcoming Salary Snapshot 2022 report will gather Salary, Holidays, Benefits and Career Progression data from across Asia Pacific regions. Help illuminate the Renewable Energy industry - Take the Survey below:​Renewable Energy Salary Review 2021 Survey ​​

​Your input will allow us to paint a detailed picture of the current industry-specific remuneration packages. The upcoming Salary Snapshot 2022 report will gather Salary, Holidays, Benefits and Career Progression data from across Asia Pacific regions. Help illuminate the Water Industry - Take the Survey below:Water Industry Salary Review 2021 Survey

​LVI Associates’ annual Renewable Energy and Water Industries Salary Review has officially launched. Make sure you don’t miss the opportunity to participate in the comprehensive survey and contribute to our statistical research on the latest salary trends characterising the industry.Salary benchmarks offer a future-facing perspective into the current state of the industry. B...

​With a rapidly evolving business climate on the horizon, how can firms be agile, innovative, and sharpen their operational capabilities to remain at the competitive edge of Engineering? It begins by reimagining the future through talent. By placing talent at the intersection of business decisions and growth strategies, Infrastructure and Engineering players can better pre...

The historical events of the past year made most firms pivot and re-evaluate their talent acquisition processes. Despite the resetting of traditional workplace rules, on the back of many businesses continuing to limit travel and in-person collaboration, what can be said for the virtual recruitment landscape then?  At LVI Associates, a subsidiary brand of the Phaidon Internat...

​Women remain as scarce as ever in engineering and advanced manufacturing. By the latest estimates, women make up 13% of the engineering workforce in the United States. In the United Kingdom, this disproportionate narrative persists; only 12% of females represent the city's engineers, with Hong Kong coming shockingly behind the average at 8%.

Available for download now! Surveyed over 1,500+ Renewable Energy and Water professionals across the APAC, covering salary, holiday, benefits and career progression data.

​We have hosted a webinar on the topic The Day After Tomorrow: ANZ Water Market Update. Revisit the recorded webinar and get a copy of the key takeaways Questions & Answer: A Collection of the Best from the ANZ Water Webinar.

​The legacy of the global pandemic and the future of work is yet to be determined. As firms carve out a path forward, there are signs that the flexible working paradigm may be the solution to the impeding talent challenge, namely the battle of acquisition and retention. A recent Forbes feature, in partnership with our parent company Phaidon International, raises prominent qu...

The mental health issue is happening everywhere. A conservative estimate of 1 in 5 people in Japan will experience one form or more of depression in their lifetime. In Singapore, resulting from Covid-19, there is an 18 percent increase in calling for help to The Samaritans of Singapore in 2020. And for Australia, 3,000 Australians end their lives each year.In light of the an...