Interview with employee Biljana Zajkovska

Biljana Zajkovska

1. How do you remember your first day at the company?

My first day was filled with excitement, hope, and uncertainty. The Cosmetics team welcomed me into a very pleasant work environment. From the very beginning, I was excited about the opportunity to work at the company that produces my favorite brand, Becutan, as well as the entire Black Up sun collection.

2. What has changed the most from your early days with the company?

A lot has changed. The company has continued to grow, investing in new production facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, and new product development. Alongside technological progress, its commitment to employee well-being has evolved as well. Today, this commitment is further affirmed by the prestigious Top Employer certification, recognising the high standards the company upholds in human resource management.

3. What has been the proudest moment of your career at Alkaloid?

Thanks to the trust placed in me, the support I received, and my own dedication and hard work, I began working in microbiology for Chemistry, Cosmetics, and Botanicals in 2014. This allowed me to learn and advance professionally as a biologist in microbiology. I am particularly proud that my professional development has taken place within a company that is now also recognised as a Top Employer.

4. What is the biggest difference between your job today and when you first started?

The most notable changes have been the significant investments in technology, processes, and the digitalization of all software systems. Today, we work with state-of-the-art analytical equipment in a new microbiology laboratory, fully compliant with all ISO standards.

5. What motivated you to stay, develop, and grow together with the company?

What motivated me most was the trust I received from the company and from my colleagues in the laboratory, as well as the opportunity to continuously learn, develop professionally, and embrace new challenges without fear.

6. What has remained unchanged for you throughout all your years at Alkaloid?

The company's care for its employees and their well-being has remained unchanged, particularly when it comes to health and safety in the workplace. I am especially proud to work for a humane company that actively contributes to society, invests in a better future, and encourages greater awareness in every individual.

7. What message would you like to share with new employees who are just beginning their journey here?

Above all, I would advise them to be patient, curious, and committed to continuous learning. The company offers many opportunities for professional and personal development and invests in its people. Be proud to be part of a company recognised as a Top Employer, one that creates an environment where people can grow and build their careers.

8. Is there anything you would do differently or change about your time at Alkaloid?

In hindsight, there is always room for improvement. Yet throughout my 18 years at Alkaloid, I have learned that knowledge builds a career, while kindness and integrity build a good name.