Sri Lanka, September 2025 – Axiata Digital Labs has appointed Aishan Bamunawita as Head of Talent Acquisition. In this new role, Aishan will lead the company’s global talent acquisition strategy, focusing on strengthening hiring systems, enhancing employer branding, and building pipelines of top-tier talent to support Axiata’s continued innovation in digital and IT services.
Most recently, Aishan served as Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition & Development at MillenniumIT ESP, where he managed end-to-end recruitment and talent development activities. Leading a team of seven, he enhanced hiring processes, strengthened employer branding, and increased visibility within universities, positioning the company as a strong employer of choice.
Alongside this role, Aishan also became a Partner at Flowerdale, a social media-driven lifestyle startup. In this capacity, he focused on investment and scaling strategies to position the brand against larger competitors, gaining valuable entrepreneurial experience outside his traditional talent acquisition career path.
Prior to that, Aishan was Lead Consultant – Global Talent Acquisition at 99x, where he managed a global TA team and delivered more than 200 permanent hires. His efforts in expanding into new markets and redefining talent processes were key to the company’s global growth.
Earlier, Aishan built his expertise as Senior Executive – Human Resources at 99x, Senior Executive – Talent Acquisition at Gapstars, and Executive – Talent Sourcing and Operations at John Keells IT, where he played crucial roles in refining recruitment processes, developing employer branding strategies, and building pipelines of technical talent.
He also gained valuable early career experience at Quess Corp Limited (formerly Randstad Sri Lanka), where he served as an IT Recruiter and was awarded Best Recruiter – Staffing in APAC and Bright Spark – Staffing in APAC for his outstanding contribution to successful placements across the region.
About Axiata Digital Labs
Axiata Digital Labs is an innovative software service provider, delivering telco-focused digital and IT solutions that empower individuals, startups, and enterprises. With more than 1,200 professionals across 7 countries, the company serves global customers in telecommunications, digital services, and financial services.
As the technology hub of Axiata Group Berhad Malaysia, one of Asia’s leading telecom groups, Axiata Digital Labs is a key driver in realizing Axiata’s vision to be a New Generation Digital Champion. Its convergent digital design experiences, innovative platforms, and reusable assets connect technologies that deliver tangible business value and exceptional customer experiences.
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