Kyivstar is a Ukrainian electronic communications operator that uses a wide range of mobile and fixed technologies. The company has been working in Ukraine for over 27 years and is recognized as the largest taxpayer in the electronic communication market, the best employer, and a socially responsible business.
The company began its history in Ukraine back in 1994. On December 9, 1997, the first call was made on the Kyivstar network. Today, Kyivstar is the largest electronic communications operator in Ukraine. It has about 23.3 million mobile subscribers and more than 1.1 million Home Internet subscribers (as of September 2024). The company provides services using a wide range of mobile and fixed technologies, including 4G, Big Data, Cloud solutions, cybersecurity services, digital TV, etc. Kyivstar is developing new telecoms technologies in Ukraine and plans to invest $1 billion in this area in 2023-2027.
The company helps Ukraine overcome wartime challenges. Since the start of the full-scale invasion it has allocated over UAH 2.6 billion to support the Armed Forces, their subscribers and social projects.
Kyivstar's shareholder is the international VEON Group. The Group's shares are listed on the NASDAQ Stock Exchange (New York). Kyivstar is recognized as the largest taxpayer in the electronic communication market, the best employer, and a socially responsible business. In particular, the company is among the 50 best employers in Ukraine in 2024 according to Forbes Ukraine and robota.ua, as well as NV and Odgers Berndtson.
Kyivstar is a leader in its industry. It is staffed by dedicated professionals. The employees of Kyivstar share the company mission and are united by common values. The company also does everything possible to remain an attractive employer for the best specialists.
Employee safety and customer satisfaction are the main Kyivstar focuses. The company fosters flexibility, and leadership, and places significant emphasis on culture and values. Employees are valued, and the company implements both material and non-material motivation programs for its team. Another priority area is supporting veterans and people with disabilities.
Kyivstar's mission is to open new opportunities for Ukraine and improve people's lives. The realization of this mission is driven by the company's key values:
Therefore, the company is always looking for employees who:
The journey from candidate to Kyivstar employee involves several steps:
From your first day at Kyivstar, you are already part of the team. Every employee is valued and essential to the company, so a lot is done to ensure newcomers feel welcome, adapt effortlessly, and hear the words, ‘YOU ARE ONE OF US.’
To begin with, the newcomer gains access to the Onboarding App right after receiving the offer. All essential company information is available in it. In addition, the newcomer is supported by a Kolezhanka (aka buddy) in the chat from the very first day at the company. She provides useful information and assists for the first three months. Furthermore, the manager receives seven emails with recommendations to ease the adaptation of the new employee within the first three months.
On the first working day, newcomers will complete the onboarding process, receive the necessary equipment, materials, and remote work access, enjoy a company tour, get access to the Kyivstar Guide, and receive their Welcome Box.
Kyivstar employees can choose between a hybrid or remote work model. Since 2021, over 70% of the team has been combining office and remote work. Currently, around 80% of employees primarily work from home.
The company has state-of-the-art offices across Ukraine, where safety is prioritized alongside everyday comfort. All shelters are fitted with workstations and designated coffee areas. If you work from home, the company provides everything needed for a comfortable work.
Kyivstar fosters a lifelong learning culture, recognizing that the world is constantly evolving. To maintain a strong position, businesses need to update their teams' knowledge and expertise continuously.
That's why the company has created a whole ecosystem that offers employees various learning opportunities.
The company offers opportunities. Each specialist manages their growth and aims for success and personal fulfillment.
The company implements support programs for Armed Forces of Ukraine, society, employees and their families, promotes the reintegration of veterans and the professional development of specialists without experience.
The goal of the program is to support company employees who are defending Ukraine and create conditions that help former soldiers readapt to civilian life and work. The program includes:
The company wants former soldiers to feel supported and grateful for their contribution to the Victory of Ukraine. The program continues and expands.
It is a professional development program for entry-level specialists. It is open to university graduates and individuals of any age who have limited practical experience in their area of expertise.
Participants receive mentorship support for rapid adaptation and skill development. The program operates on a win-win principle. The company gains motivated employees and fosters a mentorship culture, while participants have the opportunity to start their careers, switch professions, and gain valuable experience.
In 2023, 23 specialists took part in the BezVaghan Program. 17 of them continued their careers in the company.
In 2024, 24 specialists joined the new wave of the BezVagan. School of Engineers' Program.
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the company has invested over UAH 2.6 billion in helping the Armed Forces, society, national digital recovery programs, free services and subscriber assistance.
In 2024, Kyivstar had three main categories of charity initiatives:
Kyivstar volunteer community regularly supports the company's social initiatives. During the full-scale war, employees have already raised UAH 3 million to help the army, children and civilians and to support the victims of the war. In addition, the company holds annual blood donation campaigns. In 2024, corporate donors donated a total of more than 80 litres of blood.
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