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The world’s 30 Best Places to Work for 2024 revealed

NEW YORK, USA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 January 2025 – The highly anticipated Best Places to Work World Rankings for 2024 have been revealed, showcasing 30 leading organizations from various industries and regions that have demonstrated excellence in creating outstanding workplaces for their employees.



At the top of the list, AstraZeneca claims the #1 position, recognized for its strong commitment to employee engagement, innovation, and fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Joining AstraZeneca in the global top ranks are:
  • #2 AIA – a leading pan-Asian life insurance company committed to helping millions live healthier, longer, and better lives. The company is praised for its comprehensive employee well-being programs and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.
  • #3 Eand – a global technology and investment group headquartered in the UAE, known for its innovative HR practices and unwavering focus on employee empowerment, fostering a forward-thinking and inclusive workplace.
  • #4 Novo Nordisk –A global healthcare company with over 95 years of innovation and leadership in diabetes care. Novo Nordisk is recognized for its strong commitment to promoting inclusion, diversity, and employee well-being in the workplace.
  • #5 MSD – is a leading global biopharmaceutical company. It is renowned for cultivating a collaborative, purpose-driven work environment that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact in healthcare
This year’s rankings highlight how leading organizations are addressing the evolving needs of their workforce by embracing innovation, promoting inclusion, and prioritizing employee well-being. These companies serve as benchmarks for excellence, inspiring other organizations worldwide to invest in their people and workplace culture.

The List of the Best Places to Work for 2024:
  1. AstraZeneca
  2. AIA
  3. Eand
  4. Novo Nordisk
  5. MSD
  6. Nestlé
  7. Zoetis
  8. Takeda
  9. Pluxee
  10. Novartis
  11. Veolia
  12. Fifth Avenue Financial
  13. Foodpanda
  14. BSH
  15. Concentrix
  16. BAT
  17. Schneider Electric
  18. Viatris
  19. NTT Data
  20. Servier
  21. Roche
  22. JTI
  23. Pfizer
  24. Acino
  25. Votorantim Cimentos
  26. HSBC
  27. Forvis Mazars CEE
  28. Diversey
  29. ECCBC
  30. Konecta
The Best Places to Work is a global certification program that recognizes organizations with outstanding workplace cultures and practices. Through benchmarking HR strategies and analyzing employee satisfaction, the program helps companies continuously improve while celebrating excellence in employee experience.

For more information, visit https://bestplacestoworkfor.org.
Hashtag: #BestPlacesToWork

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