Takeda Earns Spot Among Best Workplaces™ in PH for Third Straight Year

Biopharmaceutical leader Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc. (Takeda) has reaffirmed its commitment to a people-first culture and workplace, earning a spot among the Philippines’ Best Workplaces™ for 2025–its third consecutive win. 

Earning a spot on the Philippines’ Best Workplaces™ list is no small feat. The selection process, led by Great Place To Work®, is highly competitive and grounded in rigorous analytics and confidential employee feedback. To qualify, companies must first be Great Place To Work Certified™ and achieve a minimum score of 65% on the Trust Index© Survey—a globally recognized benchmark for workplace excellence.

This year, nearly 500,000 employees participated in the survey, representing 750,000 voices across the Philippines. Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc. stands out, with an impressive 97% of its employees stating that it is a great place to work which is far exceeding the 65% average for a typical company in the Philippines. This remarkable achievement underscores Takeda’s unwavering dedication to fostering an exceptional workplace culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and supported.

“In Takeda, each recognition we receive is a celebration of our very own people; the heart of our success. This achievement is a testament to the strength of our collaboration, trust, and shared purpose. Together, we will continue to create an environment where every voice is heard, every effort is appreciated, and every day is an opportunity to make a difference. Ultimately, we want our people to bring their best self to work every day” said Loreann Villanueva, Country Manager of Takeda Philippines.

“Takeda Healthcare Philippines’ recognition as one of the Philippines’ Best Workplaces for 2025, reflects the voices of thousands of employees nationwide and the growing emphasis on exceptional workplace culture. Their inclusion, shaped by real employee experiences in an evolving business landscape, perfectly embodies our theme, ‘Change Happens Here.’ This event celebrates how Filipino organizations are fostering environments where employees thrive and bring their best every day,” said Ms. Antoniette Talosig, Managing Partner of Great Place To Work® Philippines.

“Takeda Healthcare Philippines Inc., will continue our commitment in empowering our people while driving innovation and patient-centric outcomes for the Filipino people. We aim to further enhance our employee experience through continuous learning opportunities, career growth and inclusive engagement programs. We will carry on our legacy in creating a workplace that prioritizes collaboration, creativity, and resilience, making it a – great place to work that our employees are proud to own,” Villanueva added.