NOVARTIS Malaysia has earned the Great Place To Work® (GPTW) Certification for 2025/2026, marking the innovative healthcare solutions provider’s first achievement of this recognition.
The certification – in which 85% of employees voted Novartis a “Great Place To Work” – reflects the group’s continued focus on fostering a workplace where people feel supported, trusted and empowered to grow while creating an environment where employees can perform at their best and experience a strong sense of belonging.
Based on the Great Place To Work® survey, nine out of 10 employees at Novartis Malaysia agreed that they are proud to tell others they work for the company, a reflection of strong sense of belonging and connection to purpose.
This pride is closely linked to Novartis’ focus on meaningful work where employees are encouraged to see how their roles contribute to improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare.
Employee feedback also highlighted the importance of flexibility and work–life integration. In the survey, 89% of employees said they are able to take time off from work when necessary, aligning with Novartis Malaysia’s hybrid work arrangements and flexible benefits framework.
These practices are designed to support different life stages, including family and caregiving needs, thus enabling employees to balance personal priorities alongside professional responsibilities.
Collective team-building effort
A strong sense of safety and fairness further underpins the employee experience. 95% of employees agreed that Novartis Malaysia is a physically safe place to work, reflecting the group’s continued emphasis on providing a healthy and supportive workplace environment.
Employees also agreed that people are treated fairly regardless of identity, reinforcing Novartis’ commitment to inclusion, respect and equitable practices across the organisation.
These outcomes echo Novartis’ cultural values of Inspired, Curious and Unbossed which guide how teams collaborate and make decisions.
Leaders focus on coaching, clarity and psychological safety while initiatives such as the Employee Share Purchase Plan strengthen employees’ sense of ownership and participation in the company’s long-term success.
Internally, the company continues to strengthen the employee experience through a broad range of learning opportunities, cross-functional development exposure and clear pathways for internal career growth.
These initiatives reflect Novartis Malaysia’s commitment to nurturing talent and supporting long-term, purpose-driven careers.
“We are proud to receive GPTW® Certification for the first time, alongside our continued recognition as a Top Employer,” acknowledged Novartis Malaysia, Brunei and Asia Emerging Markets’ (AEM) country president Sanjeev Balachandran.
“This certification reflects the trust our associates place in the organisation and our commitment to creating an environment where people feel supported, empowered and connected to our shared purpose of re-imagining medicine for over 35 million Malaysians.”
Added Novartis Malaysia’s country head (people and organisation) Anne Heng:
“This certification reflects the collective effort of our teams to build a workplace where people feel respected, cared for and supported in shaping their own career journeys.
“As careers become increasingly non-linear, our focus remains on providing flexibility, learning opportunities and an inclusive environment that enables employees to grow while maintaining their well-being.”
As it is, Novartis Malaysia’s workforce is multigenerational with Gen Z accounting for 7% of employees alongside strong representation from Gen Y and Gen X.
This diverse mix of experiences and perspectives continues to enrich the organisation and strengthen its inclusive culture. – Focus Malaysia
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