Kuwait City, July 29: Kuwait Telecommunications Company – stc, a world-class digital leader providing innovative services and platforms to customers, enabling digital transformation in Kuwait, announced that it was ranked the number one ideal employer of choice for engineers and IT professionals in Kuwait according to Universum’s custom research in comparison with 19 of the strongest brands in Kuwait. The recognition serves as a testament to stc’s progressive approach to fostering a dynamic and innovative work environment.

Universum conducted a research-based report this year highlighting the most attractive employers in Kuwait based on talent’s overall opinion and perception of different companies. Universum’s ranking methodology prioritizes statistical validity, relevance, and independence in order to effectively rank employers, and set a standard benchmark within the industry. As part of this research, Universum created separate rankings based on different talent groups within certain fields such as engineering and IT, amongst others. This year, stc managed to secure the number one ideal employer position for engineers and IT professionals in Kuwait in the custom research.

In a statement, stc indicated that the Company had set a progressive strategy to continuously enhance the work culture and environment to retain and attract professional talent. The comprehensive strategy incorporates a variety of attributes that were set by stc to improve the quality of the Company’s work environment and provide ample space for employees to innovate, collaborate, and grow. The Company actively introduces different opportunities that focus on employee well-being, professional development, and activities that promote a culture of inclusivity.

Abdulaziz Al-Mathkoor, Acting Chief Human Resources Officer of stc, said, “We are honored to be recognized as the number one ideal employer for engineers and IT professionals in Kuwait by Universum. This recognition is a testament to our commitment to creating a dynamic work environment that promotes innovation, collaboration, and employee satisfaction. Our progressive approach in fostering an empowering culture is driven by the talent and dedication of our employees, and we remain committed to our efforts to provide them with the best possible experience.”

Al-Mathkoor added, “At stc, we believe that attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for our success. Our strategy focuses on providing a supportive and inclusive environment where professionals can thrive. As a pioneer in Kuwait's telecom market and the private sector, we take pride in setting the benchmark within our industry in the engineering and IT fields in Kuwait. Looking forward, we will continue to invest in our employees, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities needed to excel and drive the Company towards future growth and success.”