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• foodpanda won “Best Companies to Work For” in 2023 HR Asia Awards

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  Focusing on Diversity and Inclusion, Work-life Balance, and Career Development

  foodpanda Taiwan won “Best Companies to Work For” in the 2023 HR Asia Awards. This recognition underscores the company’s commitment to creating an ideal work environment, concentrating on diversity and inclusion, work-life balance, and career development.

  The accolade isn’t easily achieved. At foodpanda, employees are inspired to exchange innovative and creative ideas. They’re also granted ample resources to continuously refine their skills and reach their ambitions. Furthermore, the company’s leave policy, which includes “panda leave” and “recharge leave”, fosters a comfortable workplace environment where employees feel a sense of belonging.

  

  The winners of the 2023 HR Asia Awards for Best?Companies?in Asia have been announced, and foodpanda has made it to the list for the Taiwan region.

  Diversity and Inclusion Isn’t Just a Slogan

  Colleagues from 11 Countries and Half of Senior Executives are Female

  foodpanda believes in its breakthroughs to diverse thinking, abilities, and cultural backgrounds. To actualize this belief, foodpanda set up a Diversity and Inclusion Committee, which listens and exchanges ideas from staff of various levels, genders, and cultural imprints. The approach is also implemented in recruitment, with employees currently hailing from 11 countries and more than 55 ethnicities.

  

  Listening to the ideas of employees from different ages, genders, and ethnic groups, foodpanda creates an inclusive work environment.

  In contrast to traditional tech firms that often lack a chorus of varied voices, foodpanda breaks the mold, leaving behind any gender stereotypes or other biases. The company champions equality, ensuring every individual has room to grow, irrespective of their background. With over 60% of the female employees and more than half of the female senior management, showcasing their positive attributes of active listening and empathy.

  Work-Life Balance Is Just a Basic

  Extra “Recharge Leave” and “panda leave” All You Can Use

  

  foodpanda has set up a series of entertainment facilities in the office, all aimed at enhancing team bonding and fostering better cooperation.

  foodpanda appreciates the importance of work-life balance. Beyond national holidays, every employee has 6 days “panda leaves”, 3 days “recharge leaves” and birthday and Christmas leaves for rest or personal development. foodpanda surprises its employees with an extra compensatory leave on the day after the FIFA World Cup finals! The office is also equipped with various recreational facilities including massage chairs, pool tables, and snack bars to promote team cooperation.

  Personalized Career Planning for Continuous Growth Without Changing Jobs

  foodpanda develops an individual development plan for every employee, tailoring work assignments to their skills and career aspirations. There are plenty of opportunities for cross-department collaboration and mutual learning. Additionally, employees can apply for internal transfers, and the success rate is as high as 95%. “I wasn’t limited by my background. With the support of the company, I successfully transitioned from the administration department to the business development department.” shared by a foodpanda employee.

  

  foodpanda develops an individual development plan for every employee, tailoring work assignments to their skills and career aspirations.

  “Winning the 2023 HR Asia Awards for Best Company to Work For is a significant milestone for us. At foodpanda, we firmly believe that the key to delivering happiness lies in ensuring the well-being of our employees. We will continue to grow together with our employees and keep the momentum of our dream workplace,” shared Eva Huang, acting CEO and CFO of foodpanda.

  (Advertorial)

  

  foodpanda will continue to strive towards creating a dream workplace and looks forward to growing together with its employees.
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