TaskUs opens 11th Philippine site in Las Piñas

MANILA, Philippines — US-based outsourcing company TaskUs Inc. has unveiled its 11th site in Las Piñas City, as it further expands its presence in the Philippines.

TaskUs said it is targeting to increase the number of “teammates” or employees at its Las Piñas office to 1,500 from the current 700 by the end of this year.

The latest site is called Hiraya, named after the Filipino term for the fulfilment of hopes and dreams. It will support global customers through expertise across multiple work types, including customer service, sales, technical support, non-voice operations and content moderation.

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The American firm chose Las Piñas as the location of its new site since 80 percent of workers reside in the city or its immediate vicinity. Another reason is the city’s accessibility to major highways and thoroughfares.

“Plus, with 14 colleges and universities nearby, our investment here will provide employment opportunities to a highly educated talent pool,” said Dean Van Ormer, senior vice president for Southeast Asia at TaskUs.

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The Las Piñas site features purpose-built spaces such as a day care center, mother’s rooms, 24/7 clinic access, wellness coaching areas, a gym and a cafeteria.

Ormer said TaskUs has potential to expand its footprint in the metropolis. But he did not provide additional details about expansion plans as these are being studied.

“I think we do have the ability to grow in the metro,” Ormer said. “Now, whether it’s on the outskirts of the metro or in the provincial (areas), this is something we need to be able to look at.” /rwd