Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC) has been named one of the Philippines' Best Employers for 2027, securing a place among the country's top 100 employers and ranking among the top two private domestic banks in the recognition.
The latest distinction marks the Yuchengco-led bank's fourth consecutive year on the Best Employers list, reinforcing its continued focus on employee experience, workplace culture, and an inclusive working environment.
The recognition is based on an independent survey conducted by global research and data firm Statista. The assessment considers employee feedback and employer reputation, providing a measure of how organizations are perceived as places to work.
RCBC puts employee experience at the centre of its workplace strategy
RCBC attributes its continued recognition to its people-first approach to human capital management. The bank maintains that investing in employees and creating an environment where people feel supported and empowered are important to delivering better customer experiences.
This approach connects workplace culture with the bank's broader service philosophy. By encouraging employees to develop their capabilities, contribute ideas, and build meaningful relationships with clients, RCBC aims to create value that extends beyond everyday banking transactions.
For financial institutions, where customer relationships and service quality are central to operations, employee engagement can be an important part of organizational performance.
RCBC President and CEO Reggie B. Cariaso said the recognition reflects the contribution of the bank's employees and its commitment to maintaining an inclusive workplace.
“Being recognized for four consecutive years as one of the nation’s top employers reflects the strength and heart of our organization—our people,” Cariaso said.
He added that RCBC remains committed to ensuring employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to deliver their best work for customers and communities.
What the Philippines' Best Employers recognition measures
The Philippines' Best Employers ranking is an annual initiative by Statista that evaluates companies based on employee feedback and perceptions of employers.
For its 2027 edition, the ranking recognizes 300 companies across 28 industries. Statista reports that more than 10,000 employees participated in the independent online survey, while approximately 3,500 companies were evaluated.
The methodology combines two components: direct feedback from employees about their own employers and indirect assessments of other employers within their respective industries. Direct scores account for 70% of the final result, while indirect scores make up the remaining 30%.
The survey considers factors that include workplace culture, salary, opportunities for professional development, and diversity.
This approach makes the recognition relevant not only to companies seeking to strengthen their employer reputation but also to professionals evaluating potential workplaces.
Workplace culture as part of the banking industry's long-term priorities
RCBC's latest recognition places employee experience in the broader conversation about how banks attract, develop, and retain talent.
As financial services continue to evolve, banks need people who can adapt to changing customer expectations, digital banking developments, and increasingly complex financial needs. A workplace that supports professional growth and encourages collaboration can help organizations build the capabilities required to respond to these changes.
RCBC, currently described by the bank as the country's fifth-largest privately owned bank, continues to position its people-first philosophy as part of its approach to customer relationships and organizational development.
Its fourth consecutive appearance on the Philippines' Best Employers list provides another indication of how the bank's workplace reputation is being assessed through employee and employer perceptions.
For organizations across the financial sector, the recognition also serves as a reminder that business performance and customer service are closely connected to the people behind the institution.