Universal Robina Corporation (URC), one of the Philippines’ largest food and beverage companies, continues to earn recognition for its people-focused culture after winning several major awards affirming its place among Asia’s top employers.

URC was once again named one of Asia’s Best Companies to Work For by HR Asia—its third consecutive year on the prestigious list. The company also received accolades at the HR Excellence Awards Philippines 2025 for its innovative use of technology and artificial intelligence in human resource management, and was honored by TalentView with the Best Recruitment Innovation for Young Talents award.

“These awards affirm our dedication to fostering an environment where our people feel valued, empowered, and connected to a shared purpose,” said Irwin Lee, URC President and CEO.

URC was cited for its leadership programs that develop agile, collaborative managers, as well as its continuous learning and employee recognition initiatives that promote growth and engagement across the organization.

Its recruitment and talent programs—such as the Comprehensive High-Impact Internship Program, NextGen Leaders Program, and social media-driven campaigns #GrowBeyondURDegree and #LaunchURCareer —have strengthened the company’s appeal to early-career professionals seeking purpose-driven opportunities.

“Today’s generation of graduates want more than job security—they want to learn, grow, and make an impact,” Lee said. “This recognition reflects how URC continues to meet that challenge head-on by building a workplace where people are inspired to lead and empowered to grow.”