01 Nov 2021
TM wins Asia’s Best Employer Brand Awards 2021 again
The 2nd consecutive win further boosts TM’s outstanding professionalism in human capital amongst companies in Asia
Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM) was recently accorded Asia’s Best Employer Brand Awards at the World HRD Congress 2021. Organised by the Employer Branding Institute, World HRD Congress and Star of the Industry Group, Asia’s Best Employer Brands Awards recognises efforts of organisations in the Asian region that have demonstrated excellent employer branding through effective talent strategies, talent development and talent innovation. The event hosted Human Resource (HR) leaders and professionals from the Asian region to discuss and recognise HR best practices.
Sarinah Abu Bakar, Chief Human Capital Officer, TM in expressing her gratitude for the achievement, said: “This award is a testament of our commitment and efforts in doing things that matter the most and have a direct impact on our businesses and employees - human capital development. We are fully aware that Human Resources are a strategic pillar in driving business results. As part of the ‘New TM’ transformation, we recently introduced a new performance culture to reshape our workforce into a stronger execution engine that performs and transforms with agility. We continue to focus on future-proofing our organisation, invest in future-ready skills for new growth areas that will shift our business performance to the next level. This is in line with our continuous commitment towards upskilling and reskilling our workforce with digital competencies to accelerate Digital Malaysia. So this award is a tribute to our over 22,000 employees whose dedication has made TM one of Asia’s best employers.”
Additionally, in this seemingly challenging situation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, TM has also implemented policies and initiatives for the safety and health of its workforce including digital applications such as the COVID-19@TM app, and digital tools to enable the workforce to remain resilient and productive in delivering connectivity services to our customers and the nation so Malaysians can stay connected and stay productive.
For more info on the award and the list of winners, visit www.employerbrandingawards.com.
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TM Announces Upcoming Change In Chairmanship
Telekom Malaysia Berhad (TM), is pleased to announce the appointment of Dato’ Zainal Abidin Putih as its new chairman effective 1 August 2023. He will succeed Tan Sri Azlan Hashim, who completes his 2-year term on 31 July 2023. Dato' Zainal Abidin brings a wealth of experience and distinguished track record in the corporate sector. He is currently Chairman of Financial Reporting Foundation (FRF), Land and General Berhad, Touch 'n Go Sdn Bhd and Tokio Marine lnsurans (Malaysia) Bhd, as well as Board Member of Khazanah Nasional Berhad and several private limited companies. He has also previously served as Chairman of Pengurusan Danaharta Nasional Berhad, CIMB Bank Berhad, Malaysian Accounting Standards Board (MASB) and President of Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA). As Chairman, Dato' Zainal Abidin will be responsible for overseeing the overall governance and strategic direction of TM. He will work closely with the Board of Directors and management team to drive TM's next wave of growth and strengthen its market position. Tan Sri Azlan, who shall complete his term as Chairman on 31 July 2023, expressed his confidence in the appointment of Dato' Zainal Abidin and stated, "I am delighted to hand over the reins to Dato' Zainal Abidin. His extensive experience and deep understanding of the corporate sector make him the ideal candidate to lead TM into its next phase of growth. I have full confidence in his ability to guide the company towards greater achievements and new horizons." Dato' Zainal Abidin expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and said, "I am honored to assume the role of Chairman of TM. I am excited to build upon the strong foundation laid by Tan Sri Azlan and work together with the Board and management team to create new opportunities and achieve even greater heights. It is an exciting time to be joining TM, especially as we build on the company's recent successes." TM extends its appreciation to Tan Sri Azlan Hashim for his invaluable contributions, dedication, and leadership during his tenure as Chairman. His vision and strategic guidance have played a pivotal role in the company's recent growth and success.
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