UniCredit Bank Austria recognised as a “Top Employer 2026” in Austria
- UniCredit has been officially certified as a Top Employer in Europe for the tenth consecutive year
- UniCredit Bank Austria in Austria and the local UniCredit banks in Bosnia & Herzegovina (Mostar), Germany, Italy, Romania, Serbia, and the Group’s branch in Poland were also recognised
The Certification reflects UniCredit’s ability to deliver consistent, high-performing people strategy across multiple countries, supported by scalable practices that drive business performance, employee engagement and growth.
Siobhán McDonagh, Head of Group People & Culture at UniCredit, commented: “We are proud to be recognised as a Top Employer for the 10th consecutive year—this is not just an honour, it’s a promise. A promise to keep building an environment that champions diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning. This achievement reflects the passion, talent, and commitment of our people and our shared vision of a workplace where everyone can thrive. We will continue to celebrate individuality, encourage growth, and drive collective success—because together, we can unlock a better tomorrow for all: our people, our clients, and our communities.”
Active in 131 countries/regions, Top Employers Institute is the global authority in HR certification, benchmarking and advisory. Its Programme certifies organisations based on the results of its HR Best Practices Survey which covers six domains including People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing.
UniCredit Bank Austria once again receives the prestigious “Top Employer” award
In Austria, UniCredit Bank Austria was also recognized as a Top Employer. The award honors UniCredit Bank Austria's human resources strategy and the bank's numerous measures, programs, and offerings that provide its employees with excellent conditions.
Svetlana Pančenko, UniCredit Bank Austria Board Member responsible for People & Culture: "Being named a ‘Top Employer’ once again confirms our corporate culture, in which equality and inclusion are just as important as personal responsibility, development opportunities, and flexible working time models. It shows that we are on the right track with our focus on growth, cooperation, and individual development. We will continue to work focused on further strengthening the satisfaction of our employees in all phases of their working lives and creating a working environment that promotes long-term motivation, commitment, and solidarity.
Top Employers Institute CEO Adrian Seligman commented: „Achieving a Top Employer Certification for 2026 reflects UniCredit Bank Austria’s dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance. Their strong alignment between people strategy and organisational goals, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrates the impact of their transformative practices. We are proud to recognise UniCredit Bank Austria for their meaningful contribution to a better world of work in Austria.“
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UniCredit Bank Austria Media Relations
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