KUALA LUMPUR, 14 November 2019 - AirAsia has been named HR Asia Best Company to Work for in Asia for the Malaysia edition, by Asia’s most authoritative publication for senior HR professionals.

The award was accepted by AirAsia Head of People Solutions, Yazid Misnan at a special ceremony held at Grand Hyatt Hotel, Kuala Lumpur last Friday.

AirAsia Chief People and Culture Officer Varun Bhatia said, “We are honoured to be recognised by HR Asia as one of Malaysia’s best companies to work for. At AirAsia, people come first and we would not be where we are without all our Allstars. Being recognised as one of the best companies to work for in Asia is a testament to their commitment and dedication and provides a great foundation for our transformation efforts in becoming a world class travel tech company.” 

“This award will serve as great encouragement for all of us to stay committed in building a collaborative and boundaryless culture in which people have the ability to be the best versions of themselves. We would like to thank the organisers and our Allstars who made our company the best place to work,” added Varun. 

HR Asia is Asia's largest circulating publication for senior HR professionals, seeking quality business intelligence and industry updates within 12 markets across the region. The Awards aim to recognise outstanding employer practices to improve workplace excellence and promoting greater employee engagement.

This year, AirAsia has been named one of the top employer brands in the country at the Malaysia Best Employer Brand Awards 2019 and won an excellence in the workplace award at the Asean HR Awards 2019.