Three HR Asia wins, plus two regional HR Excellence Awards Singapore nominations, underscore Manulife Philippines’ people-first culture powered by technology, learning, and innovation.
MANILA, Philippines—Manulife Philippines, the local arm of leading international financial services provider Manulife, has been named one of HR Asia’s 2026 Best Companies to Work for in Asia, while also earning the Tech Empowerment Award and People Transformation Award. Presented during HR Asia’s awards ceremony in Pasay City on October 6, 2026, the recognitions highlight the company’s commitment to creating an exceptional employee experience through continuous learning, innovation, and a people-first culture. The awards build on Manulife Philippines’ ongoing efforts to develop future-ready talent, enhance colleague well-being, and empower teams with the tools and capabilities needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving workplace.
HR Asia’s Best Companies to Work for in Asia recognizes organizations identified by their employees as employers of choice, demonstrating high levels of employee engagement and strong workplace cultures. The award is based on employee survey results benchmarked against market scores and an assessment of the organization’s people practices. The award recognizes Manulife Philippines’ commitment to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace where colleagues can learn, grow, and succeed.
“These awards affirm that the future belongs to organizations bold enough to invest in their people. Talent and technology are the twin engines of our growth strategy, and being recognized validates that our investments in innovation, capability-building, and colleague experience are translating into a stronger, more future-ready organization,” said Rahul Hora, President and Chief Executive Officer, Manulife Philippines.
Hora added, “Our ambition to become Filipino customers’ no. 1 choice for trusted financial advice starts from within. Empowered, future-ready teams deliver better experiences for the customers and communities we serve, while a strong culture enables us to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent. That shared purpose is what drives us to keep building better, together.”
The HR Asia Tech Empowerment Award acknowledges companies that harness technological innovation to empower employees, enhance collaboration, and create meaningful progress. The HR Asia People Transformation Award recognizes companies that place learning at the center of their people strategy, investing in upskilling their workforce with the capabilities needed for tomorrow’s challenges.
Manulife Philippines earned the Tech Empowerment Award for embedding innovation into the daily employee experience, including the rollout of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities including the rollout of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities that give colleagues new ways to collaborate and work. The company received the People Transformation Award for placing learning and growth at the core of its people strategy and by investing in continuous upskilling through its proprietary online platform, Pursuit, and LinkedIn Learning, alongside programs that champion inclusion, wellness, recognition, and engagement.
Recognition Extends to the Regional Stage: HR Excellence Awards Singapore 2026
Manulife Philippines has also been named a finalist in two categories at the 14th Annual HR Excellence Awards Singapore 2026, one of the region’s most prestigious platforms celebrating innovation and excellence in human resources.
- Excellence in Leadership Development, recognizing the company’s investment in building capable, future-ready leaders across the organization.
- Excellence in Total Rewards Strategy, recognizing a holistic approach to compensation, benefits, and well-being that supports Manulife colleagues at every stage of their careers.
“These HR awards affirm the intentional choices we’ve made: to develop future-ready leaders, reward our people meaningfully, and embed learning and technology into everyday work. Through AI and innovation, we’re giving our colleagues the tools to work smarter and collaborate better. More importantly, these recognitions are a testament to our colleagues, who show up every day with curiosity, care, and commitment and are the true engine behind every achievement we celebrate,” said Ardhi Siregar, Chief People Officer, Manulife Philippines.
Siregar added, “To be recognized for empowering our people is deeply meaningful, and it inspires us to keep raising the bar, building an organization where every colleague can reach their fullest potential as part of our high-performing team.”
Together, these recognitions underscore Manulife Philippines’ commitment to being an employer of choice. From fostering a culture of engagement and inclusion to investing in technology, leadership development, learning, and colleague well-being, the company continues to build a workplace where talent, innovation, and purpose advance side by side.
