Cognizant, a leading IT services company, has been named a Top Employer 2020 in 15 countries on four continents by Top Employers Institute.
Top Employers Institute recognizes organizations that optimize workplace practices to develop and nurture talent while providing an outstanding work environment.
In Europe, Cognizant was recognized for a sixth consecutive year, receiving certification in 10 countries: Belgium, France, Germany, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
In Lithuania, Cognizant ranked as the No. 1 employer, and in Belgium and the Netherlands, among the top 10.
Cognizant was also named a Top Employer in Australia, Brazil and Singapore, and appeared in the rankings for the first time in China and the United Arab Emirates.
In Singapore, Cognizant is one of the top three employers, according to the Institute.
In all of the countries, Cognizant rated highly for its clearly defined, well-managed programs in the Top Employers Institute’s categories of Talent Strategy, Workforce Planning, and Career and Succession Management.
Cognizant also excelled in Leadership Development, Performance Management, Onboarding, and Learning and Development, ensuring its employees have clear roles, defined career paths and opportunities to learn and advance within the organization.
“Investing in our workforce and creating an engaging environment where talented people can thrive and grow is one of our key priorities. This year alone, we’re doubling our training investments to ensure our associates have access to all of the latest digital skills they need to succeed and continue doing exceptional work for our clients,” Becky Schmitt, chief people officer of Cognizant, said.
