Why APAC is the Ideal Place to Grow Your Career
October 25, 2024
With 22 offices across 14 countries, the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region is a dynamic and expanding hub for Axis. We spoke with Nina Altarac, Director of Finance and Business Operations, based in Singapore, and Novita Santosa, Account Manager in Australia, to explore what makes APAC a unique and rewarding place to work.
From Seoul to Sydney and Tokyo to Bangalore, our offices are located in some of the world’s most vibrant cities. Contributing around 11% of Axis global sales, APAC is vital to our business, particularly in the transport and government sectors. Nina, who relocated from our headquarters in Lund to Singapore with her family three years ago, shares, “Living in a city like Singapore, you grow personally and professionally every day.” Novita, who has been with Axis in Melbourne, adds her perspective, emphasizing the importance of combining local insights with global expertise. Together, they represent the diversity and richness of our team, blending experiences from across the world with deep local understanding.
Building Meaningful Partnerships
The APAC region operates with a sense of independence while maintaining strong ties with other Axis offices globally, including our headquarters in Sweden. Our nearly 300 employees across APAC are dedicated to more than just selling – they focus on building long-term partnerships with customers. Novita explains, “We strive for relationships that go beyond transactions, where we truly understand our customers’ businesses and challenges to help them succeed.” This customer-centric approach drives growth and collaboration with partners, distributors, resellers, and system integrators. As Nina points out, “Our goal is to connect deeply with our partners, grow together, and create value.”
A Strong Culture of Collaboration
How does such a vast and culturally diverse region stay connected? “Despite being spread across many countries, we have a strong sense of unity,” says Novita. Regular knowledge-sharing sessions like our All Hands Calls and an annual regional gathering keep everyone aligned and support collaboration, especially for smaller offices. Nina highlights that APAC truly embodies Axis’ core values of “Act as One.” The strong connection with our headquarters in Lund also ensures that every team member has access to global resources and support, making the region feel integrated and connected.
Diversity and Inclusion at the Core
For both Nina and Novita, diversity is one of the most inspiring aspects of working in APAC. Nina reflects, “We work with colleagues from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds, with a great gender balance and a mix of ages and experiences.” This diversity brings fresh ideas and perspectives, making APAC a place of constant learning and inspiration. Novita adds, “In our sales offices, you get the opportunity to collaborate across regions with teams that bring varied strengths and expertise. This diversity makes us stronger.”
Considering a Career in APAC?
If you’re thinking about joining Axis in APAC, Nina and Novita offer this advice: Stay curious, be open to sharing knowledge, and embrace flexibility. Our core values of “Act as One,” “Think Big,” and “Always Open” shape our culture. And most importantly, prepare for an exciting journey filled with learning, growth, and collaboration.
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