Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PTC) has been awarded the Top Employer certification 2020 by the Top Employers Institute for excellence in employee conditions.

According to an announcement of the company here on Tuesday, this is the second time in a row that PTC has received this prestigious award. Waqas Ahmed Khan, Director HR, PTC received the award at a ceremony held in Singapore on December 9, 2019.

Waqas said, "This is a moment of great pride and honour for us. Our focus on developing world class talent and creating a work environment where people grow and excel has been recognized by an independent and external body and this gives us a reassurance that we are on the right track".

Top Employers Institute CEO David Plink during the ceremony said that the certified participants are a shining example of dedication to people practices as they continuously commit to empowering their employees for a better world of work.

Usman Zahur, MD/CEO Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited on this achievement stated, "I am extremely delighted that Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited has been awarded the Top Employer certification, twice in a row. This award goes to all employees of PTC who work passionately towards building a culture of engagement and inclusiveness. People are our biggest asset and we derive our strength from diversity. This Top Employer seal is a reminder that we are part of a global community of forward-thinking organizations that continue to strive for best in class people practices. I would like to congratulate and thank each and every employee of Pakistan Tobacco Company for their passion and commitment that they bring to work every single day," he added.

Copyright Business Recorder, 2019