British American Tobacco Bangladesh - People and culture

At BAT Bangladesh, our people are the driving force behind our continued success. With over 1,500 employees, thousands of farmers, and more than a million retailers spread across the country, we have built a formidable network of progress.

We believe in investing in our human capital to nurture the leaders of tomorrow. By valuing diversity, empowering innovative mindset, and fostering a vibrant culture, we create an environment where both individuals and teams can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Top Employer

The Top Employers Institute is a pioneering global authority in recognizing exceptional people practices, offering a certification program that helps organizations evaluate and improve their workplace environments. With over 2,300 organizations certified across 121 countries and regions, the institute has positively influenced the lives of 12 million employees worldwide.

BAT Bangladesh is honored to be the only company in Bangladesh to receive the "Top Employer" certification for six years, spanning 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023, 2024 and 2025.

Power of Passion

Inclusivity inside an organization is fostered best through shared passion. Employees of different backgrounds and different ranks within the organization connect when they are involved in a shared activity other than work, through sports, music, or other platforms. Under the banner ‘Power of Passion’, various segments have emerged in BAT Bangladesh.

BAT Ballers

BAT Ballers is a mixed-gender basketball tournament. BAT Ballers was launched with a mission to kickstart the first ever mixed gender sports initiative in BAT Bangladesh, which is now established as an annual and highly anticipated event, providing our employees the scope to engage and connect beyond work.

Champion’s Trophy

BAT Bangladesh’s Champion’s Trophy is an annual sports event consisting of a cricket tournament with shopfloor and management employees playing and competing together. This poses to break the hierarchical biases within the factory floor, while building a cohesive culture within the organization, enabling everyone to celebrate their shared passion.

Women Empowerment

Enhancing gender diversity has always been a top priority for BAT Bangladesh. Beyond training, we have developed various platforms that actively support the development of female employees with a strong focus on inclusivity. One of our proudest initiatives is the creation of the employee led resource group named ‘Lean In Circle’, founded in 2023. This group has empowered women across BAT Bangladesh, providing a platform where they can engage, grow, and become the leaders of tomorrow.

The ‘Lean In Circle’ comprises over 200 female employees and is organized into multiple groups (circles), each led by a dedicated leader. In a short span of time, this platform has driven meaningful, purpose-led changes within the organization. From addressing hygiene concerns and sharing daily life updates to influencing policy amendments and spearheading new initiatives, the Lean In Circle has achieved remarkable milestones. Committed to community upliftment, it continues to inspire and positively impact women across BAT Bangladesh.