‘Thought HR was there to help?’: Singapore employee says HR shared private conversation with boss
SINGAPORE: Employees are often told that HR is there to support them, but how much can they really trust the department with sensitive workplace matters? One employee has raised concerns about confidentiality after claiming that an HR representative at his former company shared something he had specifically told her in confidence with the boss. “I shared something in confidence [with] HR. HR then…
Employees often receive the assurance that HR is there to support them, but a Singaporean worker has expressed concerns about the department's handling of sensitive workplace issues. According to the employee, an HR representative at his former company disclosed a private conversation he shared with them to his direct supervisor.
The employee was shocked by this breach of trust, especially as he had previously experienced more reliable confidentiality at other SMEs. He expressed disbelief, questioning whether the incident was merely an exaggeration or a genuine reflection of the company's attitude towards employee welfare and confidentiality. Several Reddit users who commented on the story echoed similar sentiments, stating that HR professionals are ultimately employed to protect the company's interests, not the employees'.
They noted that HR is obligated to inform the boss about any information disclosed in confidence, and that this is a common practice in the working world. While some advised the employee to exercise caution when confiding in HR, especially when dealing with sensitive matters, others cautioned that HR's primary duty is to safeguard the company's interests, making it essential for employees to be selective about whom they trust with their confidential information.
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