The Top Employers Institute has released its the ranking of the top employers in South Africa for 2020.

The ranking recognises top employers based on a global 4-stage programme governed by a strict standardised process which includes a rigorous validation & audit of each organisation.

A record 230 organisations officially registered to participate in this year’s programme, 210 organisations spanning 32 African countries and 23 industry sectors were certified.

Billy Elliott, Top Employers Institute regional manager for Africa, said that the certification provides employers with an important quality metric that enables them to position their brands more effectively in the attraction, retention, and engagement of top talent.

“The Top Employers Institute is not just about certifying Africa’s Top Employers. We have seen a progression of HR in Africa over the last few years, and it is our role to empower and advance people strategies across the world. We are driven not just to certify but to benchmark and connect outstanding employers around the world,” he said.

The institute ranked the best companies to work for by industry as outlined below.

Mercedes-Benz South Africa – Automotive

Sasol Limited – Chemicals & Energy

Hilti (South Africa) – Construction Services

Hollard – Financial Services & Insurance

Unilever South Africa – FMCG & Manufacturing

Becton Dickinson – Healthcare

Microsoft – IT

Anglo American Platinum – Mining

Sanofi-Aventis South Africa – Pharmaceuticals

Accenture (South Africa) – Professional Services

Legal Aid South Africa – Public Sector

Clicks Group Limited – Retail

Smollan – Retail Services

Vodacom Group Limited – Telecommunications

DHL International – Transport & Logistics

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