URC earns multiple awards, reinforcing its status as one of Asia’s top workplaces

Universal Robina Corporation (URC) has earned new recognition for its hiring, employee development, and leadership programs, cementing its reputation as one of Asia’s best employers.

For the third consecutive year, HR Asia named URC among Asia’s Best Companies to Work For. The company also received two citations at the HR Excellence Awards Philippines 2025 for its use of technology and AI in human resource management. In addition, TalentView honored URC with the Best Recruitment Innovation for Young Talents award.

In photo left to right: Alex Gomez (Manager, Talent Acquisition and Corporate Programs), Reena Tecson (Director, Human Resources – BCFG Philippines), Roland Villareal (Global Head, Learning and Talent Management), Mark Kevin Lanuzo (Officer, HR Solutions), Kristine Perez (Group Manager, HR Operational Excellence), Elisa Abalajon (Chief Human Resources Officer and ATO Lead), Jem Asuncion (Chapter Lead – Agile Coach), John Albert Ampil (Group Manager, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Employee Experience) Louisa Tagulinao (Associate, Early Careers and Corporate Communications), and Alyssa A. Alillana (Cluster Director of Human Resources, SMX Convention Center).

URC President and CEO Irwin Lee said these awards reflect the company’s ongoing effort to create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and connected to a shared purpose.

URC was praised for its leadership programs that train managers to lead with empathy, promote collaboration, and adopt flexible ways of working. It was also recognized for its learning and innovation programs, which give employees space to grow, experiment, and share ideas across teams. Recognition initiatives that celebrate initiative and engagement were also cited as key strengths.

Lee credited URC’s workforce for driving the company’s culture of growth and commitment. “We aim to build a workplace where people are inspired to lead, empowered to grow, and united by purpose,” he said.

TalentView’s recognition for recruitment innovation highlighted URC’s approach to attracting and developing young professionals. Lee noted that the company focuses on authenticity, purpose, and growth to appeal to the new generation of jobseekers.

“Today’s graduates want more than job security. They want to learn, grow, and make an impact. This award shows how we’re meeting that expectation,” he said.

Among URC’s programs are the Comprehensive High-Impact Internship Program, which gives students real project experience under mentor guidance, and the NextGen Leaders Program, which prepares top graduates for future leadership roles.

The company also runs campus-focused campaigns such as #GrowBeyondURDegree and #LaunchURCareer, using social media and university partnerships to showcase its culture and opportunities for young talent.

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