Universal Robina Corp. (URC), one of the country’s largest companies, has once again been recognized as one of Asia’s Best Companies to Work For by HR Asia, marking its third consecutive year on the list.
The company also received top honors from TalentView for Best Recruitment Innovation for Young Talents and was awarded twice at the HR Excellence Awards Philippines 2025 for its innovative use of technology and AI in human resources management.
URC’s president and CEO Irwin Lee emphasized that these accolades reflect the company’s commitment to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and connected.
The company was praised for its leadership development programs, which focus on building agile and collaborative teams, as well as its support for employee growth through learning, innovation, and cross-functional initiatives.
The Best Recruitment Innovation award highlights URC’s focus on attracting and nurturing early-career professionals through authentic and purpose-driven recruitment efforts. Programs like the Comprehensive High-Impact Internship, NextGen Leaders management trainee track, and campaigns such as #GrowBeyondURDegree and #LaunchURCareer exemplify the company’s dedication to developing future-ready talent.
Lee concluded that these honors underscore URC’s ongoing mission to inspire leadership, empower growth, and unite employees under a shared purpose.
