Olam Agri in Nigeria has once again been named a Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute, earning the prestigious recognition for the sixth consecutive year. The accolade underscores the company’s sustained commitment to building a high-performing workplace through strategic, data-led people practices and consistent investment in employee development and engagement.
The Top Employers Institute also recognised Olam Agri as a top employer across Africa for the sixth year running. The certification extends across nine additional countries, including Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique, Senegal, South Africa, Australia, The Netherlands, and Switzerland, reinforcing the company’s global reputation as an employer of choice.
The recognition is based on the Institute’s HR Best Practices Survey, which evaluates organisations across six key domains: People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing. The Top Employers Institute operates in 131 countries and regions, making it a leading authority in HR certification and benchmarking.
People Strategy and Workplace Excellence Drive Recognition
Jaideep Biswas, Senior Vice President & Regional Head of Human Resources at Olam Agri, described the consecutive recognitions as a validation of the company’s strategic focus on workforce excellence. He said the certification “reinforces our focus and intentionality on building and maintaining an engaged, inspired and satisfied workforce,” adding that “our team is our greatest asset.”
Olam Agri in Nigeria Country Head, Anil Nair, noted that the certification aligns with the company’s broader mission to promote food security while ensuring employee satisfaction and career fulfilment. He highlighted the company’s positive employee sentiment and strong retention rates as evidence of effective HR leadership and organisational culture.
Sustaining a Purpose-Driven and Inclusive Workplace
Olam Agri emphasises a workplace culture built on collaboration, meritocracy and entrepreneurial spirit, where employees are encouraged to take intelligent risks and are supported by accessible leadership and agile decision-making. The company also promotes a purpose-driven approach focused on sustainability and global food security, with initiatives aimed at improving nutrition, supporting community livelihoods, and addressing climate change.
In addition, Olam Agri offers a global career framework, enabling employees to pursue diverse assignments across regions and build meaningful, long-term careers within the organisation.
Global Recognition for a “Better World of Work”
Adrian Seligman, CEO of the Top Employers Institute, said the certification reflects Olam Agri’s “dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance.” He commended the company’s alignment between people strategy and business goals, and its commitment to continuous improvement.
The latest recognition positions Olam Agri as a leading employer not only in Nigeria but across the continent and globally, highlighting the company’s sustained focus on people-first leadership and organisational excellence.