The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts certified as a great place to work®

The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts has recently achieved a major milestone: it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work®.

Certification Authority:
The recognition comes from Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.

Employee-Centric:
The certification is based entirely on employee feedback and a rigorous evaluation of workplace culture, trust index, and people practices.

Trust Index Survey:
To qualify, organizations must achieve at least 70% positive responses across dimensions like credibility, respect, fairness, pride, and camaraderie.

Global Benchmark:
Great Place to Work® draws insights from over 100 million employees across 150 countries, making this certification a globally respected benchmark.

The Leela’s Philosophy:
The brand emphasizes an associate-centric culture rooted in trust, purpose, and its guiding ethos, Atithi Devo Bhava (“Guest is God”).

Talent Development:
Associates benefit from structured career pathways, leadership development, digital learning platforms, and a strong culture of appreciation.

Leadership Voices:
- Anuraag Bhatnagar (CEO) highlighted that the recognition is meaningful because it comes directly from associates.
- Isha Goyal (SVP & Head of HR) emphasized that it validates the trust associates place in the organization and its commitment to growth and well-being.

Why It Matters
This certification reinforces The Leela’s position as one of India’s most respected luxury hospitality brands and an employer of choice. As it approaches its 40th anniversary, the recognition underscores its commitment to nurturing a workplace defined by trust, belonging, and excellence.