Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd Annual Report 2020

136 FRASER & NEAVE HOLDINGS BHD Females are represented in: 31% of our total employees 45% of total managerial positions of senior managers in Malaysia and of senior managers in Thailand hours 19 Provide training to our employees to develop technical and soft skills for an average of per employee 2,616 97% 100% total employees, with 204 total new hires Sustainability Statement (Cont’d.) 7 Modules For Strategic Human Capital Transformation Market-Oriented Compensation and Benefits Recognition-Based Performance Management Clear Structure and Roles Holistic High Performer Retention and Development Strategic Talent Acquisition and On- Boarding Proactive Succession and Workforce Planning Engaging Corporate Culture 1 3 5 7 2 4 6 We recognise the importance of diversity in terms of cultural background, age and gender in order to enrich the workplace with fresh perspectives that will enable us to meet our business objectives. F&N strives to offer equal opportunities for all, regardless of an individual’s race, gender, religion and any other attributes unrelated to employment expectations. During the pandemic restrictions in both Malaysia and Thailand, we ensure that our employees’ well-being are taken care of, even if we are not physically working together. Our hiring practices are also aligned with the interests of the local economies in which we operate, and we are determined to be the employer of choice and a role model for others. We are proud that majority of our senior management in Malaysia and Thailand, are hired from the local community. This helps to keep the value created by F&NHB within the local economy and ensures that we understand the local markets. 2. EMPOWERING OUR PEOPLE Our people are what differentiate F&N from our peers and determine our success. We strive to create a stimulating work environment for our employees where fresh perspectives are valued, talent is nurtured and rewarded, and employees are engaged and empowered to perform to their highest potential, thereby enabling the company to meet our business objectives. F&NHB’s strategic plan to be a preferred employer is guided by our Human Capital Roadmap to 2020, and specifically our seven ‘Modules for Strategic Human Capital Transformation’, each explained in more detail below. Create employee assistance hotline and conduct wellness programmes Provide financial support to eligible employees to ease their burden through tough times are hired from the local community