askST Jobs: I’m doing more work for the same pay. What should I do?

Discover expert advice on negotiating increased workload and advocating for career advancement, including salary and non-monetary benefits. Read more at straitstimes.com.

In this series, business journalist Timothy Goh offers practical answers to candid questions on navigating workplace challenges and getting ahead in your career. Get more tips by signing up to The Straits Times’ Headstart newsletter.

A: If your responsibilities have clearly expanded in scope, complexity or decision-making impact, it is reasonable to discuss workload sustainability, support resources or a review of your role with your supervisor.

Budgets may be tight, but in such cases, you can consider negotiating for non-monetary options, such as flexible hours, professional development funding, or even a title change, said Ms Melinda Ng, founder of career consultancy Wake Up Now with Melinda.

“All of these can add long-term career value while acknowledging your expanded contribution,” she said.

Employees, she noted, should list the additional responsibilities they have taken on and how these are beyond the original job scope.

More importantly, they should consider the value and impact of these tasks, which helps shift the focus from “frustration to facts”.