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​​Sanlam Recognised as a Top Employer for the Tenth Year Running

16 January 2025

Sanlam has been ranked the 10th Top Employer in South Africa for 2025, based on the Top Employers Institute's global ranking methodology. The Top Employers Institute, a global authority on recognising excellence in people practices, has recognised Sanlam’s ongoing commitment to creating a world-class work environment that fosters a culture of integrity, innovation, care and collaboration.

The Top Employer certification is a symbol of Sanlam’s continued dedication to aligning its people practices with global best standards. In achieving this recognition, Sanlam’s Human Capital team has demonstrated its ability to adapt and evolve in line with the changing needs of employees, ensuring a workplace where talent can thrive and grow. With an overall score of 97.9%, Sanlam’s performance significantly surpasses the South African benchmark score of 84.45%, highlighting the financial services group’s commitment to maintaining exceptional people practices.

“We are incredibly proud to receive the Top Employer certification for the tenth consecutive year, and even further to be ranked 10th employer in the country,” says Sana-Ullah Bray, Group Executive: Human Capital at Sanlam. “This recognition underscores our commitment to creating an environment where our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. It’s a testament to the dedication of our Human Capital team and the entire Sanlam family.”

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Sana-Ullah Bray, Group Executive: Human Capital at Sanlam

This year, Sanlam scored higher than the benchmark across every domain measured and has seen improvements across various areas of the Top Employer certification process, reflecting the company’s continuous efforts to enhance its employee experience. Key areas of improvement included onboarding, offboarding, and learning, where the company’s practices were rated as exceeding industry benchmarks. In particular, Sanlam’s focus on employee listening initiatives helped to elevate the overall satisfaction scores significantly, demonstrating a high level of engagement and trust across the organisation.

“We are always looking for ways to enhance our people practices and ensure they align with the evolving needs of our employees,” says Bray. “The insights we gain through the Top Employer process are invaluable in helping us refine our practices and continue to build a workplace where employees are truly empowered.”

Sanlam’s Human Capital team implemented several initiatives to ensure that its practices remain modern, relevant, and attractive to both current and prospective employees. These initiatives were designed to enhance the company’s culture, improve employee wellbeing, and create an inclusive and diverse environment that supports growth and success.

Some of the standout achievements in this year’s certification include:

  • Work environment: Sanlam is committed to maintaining an environment that balances employee needs with business requirements within a hybrid organisation culture.
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB): Sanlam continues to champion diversity and inclusion across all levels of the organisation. The company’s approach to DEIB is embedded in its culture, with leadership focusing on creating an environment where every employee can thrive, feel valued, and contribute their best.
  • Employee wellbeing and development: Employees are supported through future-fit leadership and initiatives promoting financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Sanlam’s comprehensive employee wellness offerings, spanning physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing were particularly praised. The company provides a range of resources, from mindfulness workshops to financial coaching, ensuring that employees have the support they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

“Sanlam is committed to listening to our employees, responding to their needs, and continuously improving the work environment to foster growth and success,” says Bray. “This recognition reflects our ongoing efforts to create a place where our employees can do their best work and feel supported every step of the way.”

As Sanlam celebrates its tenth consecutive year as a Top Employer, the company remains focused on enhancing its human capital practices and creating a thriving workplace where employees can grow, innovate, and succeed.

“Our people are at the heart of everything we do,” says Bray. “This recognition is just one of the ways we demonstrate our commitment to supporting our employees and building a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”

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