Staff Reporter : British American Tobacco Bangladesh PLC. has once again been recognized as a Top Employer by the globally renowned Top Employers Institute, becoming the only organization in Bangladesh to achieve this prestigious certification for the seventh time.
The Top Employers Institute is a global authority that recognizes organizations demonstrating outstanding HR strategies and people practices. Through its rigorous assessment process, organizations around the world are evaluated across multiple criteria, including people strategy, work environment, talent acquisition, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, and employee wellbeing.
BAT Bangladesh has ranked among the highest scorers across all categories amongst the organizations assessed, reflecting their commitment towards driving best-in-class people strategy and continuous efforts to create an environment where individuals and teams can succeed. Over the years, the organization has continued to strengthen its people’s agenda through initiatives focused on leadership development, digital transformation of HR processes, employee wellbeing and meaningful employee engagement.
Raiyan Ahmed, Head of Talent, Culture & Inclusion, BAT Bangladesh, said:
“The Top Employer certification helps us assess our policies and practices against a global benchmark, and challenges us to go further – continuously reviewing, refining, and strengthening how we support our people across every stage of their journey. Achieving this recognition for the seventh time reflects our sustained commitment to building a culture where our people can grow, thrive, and perform at their best.”
The Top Employers Institute particularly commended BAT Bangladesh for its strong employer brand – enabling it to attract top-tier talent and maintain a robust talent pipeline.
This is complemented by a structured onboarding approach, setting up new members in the organization for success right from the outset.
In addition, the organization’s agile work environment & culture of empowerment during the early stages of talent’s career enables them to score notably high in key evaluation areas, particularly in ‘Attract’ and ‘Shape’, further reinforcing its position as a leading employer in the country.