The world of work in 2025 has been a year of constant disruption, but one truth stands strong: world-leading organisations put their people first. We are thrilled to celebrate the newest 2025 Top Employers. These organisations are joining a global community of companies that are reshaping what HR excellence looks like by outperforming competitors with our world-leading Certification and data-led insights.
In September, 111 new Top Employers joined over 2,400 organisations across 125 countries and regions that have been officially Certified as Top Employers, collectively impacting the lives of more than 13 million employees worldwide. Their achievement is more than a milestone. It is proof of their commitment to building workplaces where people are empowered to thrive, grow and succeed.
A celebration of leading companies
As we reflect on the achievements of these new Top Employers, David Plink, CEO of Top Employers Institute, shared these words:
“In today’s world of work, disruption is the only constant, from artificial intelligence and digitalisation to shifting employee expectations and ongoing economic uncertainty. In this environment, the organisations that truly stand out are those that remain people-first, resilient, and forward-thinking. The newest Top Employers exemplify this by showing an unwavering commitment to their employees’ growth, wellbeing, and future success.
That is why, last year, we began recognising new Top Employers throughout the year. Celebrating them more frequently not only shines a light on organisations that are continuously raising the bar in people practices, but also sets an inspiring benchmark for others to follow.”
A global standard for excellent people practices
The Top Employers Programme is the world’s leading authority in recognising excellence in people practices. Certification is earned, not claimed, through our rigorous HR Best Practices Survey. This fact-based assessment comprises a set of questions for key HR domains that measure how well your organisation performs in each area and how consistently it implements its people practices.
Backed by extensive research, our survey is revised every year to reflect evolving industry trends and best practices. Which evaluates organisations across six key domains and 20 strategic HR topics, including:
- People Strategy
- Work Environment
- Talent Acquisition
- Learning and Development
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Wellbeing and more.
Becoming a Top Employer means more than meeting a standard. It signifies a dedication to continuous improvement, a strategic approach to HR, and a genuine investment in people at every level.