In 2026 they are 144 Italian companies who have obtained the certification top employer, the recognition awarded by the Top Employers Institute, the global body that evaluates and certifies best practices in human resources management. This award recognizes organizations that demonstrate consistent excellence in people management and a concrete commitment to developing strategies aimed at enhancing human capital. Among the certified Italian companies they stand out Amplifon, That, Terna, Intesa Sanpaolo, Fincantieri, Italgas, B for Bank, Generali, Poste Italiane, A2a, Crédit Agricole Italy, Classic Ferrari for sale, Unicredit, Allianz, Philip Morris Italy, Edison and many others.
Within this group, 47 companies they also got the European certification, reserved for those who have achieved the same standards in at least five countries on the continent, while 14 reality have won the prestigious Globally, reserved for organizations certified on multiple continents. Furthermore, six multinationals they received the new Enterprise Certification, intended for companies present in at least ten countries, with more than 2.500 employees and already certified in at least 10 markets.
Major Italian companies among the Top Employers 2026
Generali Generali Italia confirms its top spot in Italy's Top Employer 2026 ranking, distinguishing itself for the quality of its HR policies, its focus on employee well-being, and its commitment to the work environment. Giancarlo Fancel, Country Manager and CEO of Generali Italia, stated: "The Top Employer recognition confirms the strength of our vision, focused on sustainable growth and value creation for the country. We invest in skills, innovation, and inclusion to ensure the best possible solutions for families, businesses, and communities. This result demonstrates our daily commitment to being a responsible employer."
AmplifonAmplifon, a global leader in hearing care services and solutions, has achieved certification in the Asia-Pacific region, adding to those already achieved in Europe, North America, and Latin America. In 2026, the Group will also be a Top Employer in China, India, Singapore, and Switzerland, bringing the total number of certified countries to 20. Enrico Vita, CEO of Amplifon, emphasized: "This recognition recognizes our constant commitment to people's development, our consistency with our values, and our ability to translate them into our daily mission of improving our customers' quality of life."
That, Italy's leading water operator with 10 million customers, ranks 18th. CEO Fabrizio Palermo stated: "The Top Employer 2026 certification epitomizes an intense year for our People strategy, with concrete actions that have strengthened the corporate culture and employee engagement. We have built career paths that meet our people's needs and anticipate market challenges, focusing on talent development."
Intesa Sanpaolo It has been recognized for the second consecutive year as one of the best employers in Europe, and for the fifth year overall, thanks to innovative organizational models that ensure a work-life balance and one of the most comprehensive second-level welfare systems, with inclusion initiatives and parenting support.
B for Bank has been confirmed among the Top Employers Italy for the seventh consecutive year. Andrea Merenda, Chief People Officer, stated: "This recognition confirms that our cultural transformation is producing concrete results. We will continue to invest in innovation, training, and well-being, because the bank's growth depends on the growth of its people."
Italian post, Also included in the ranking for the seventh consecutive year, Poste Italiane stands out for its innovative HR policies and talent development. Matteo Del Fante, CEO, commented: "Being a Top Employer for the seventh consecutive year confirms our strong commitment to innovation and the professional development of our employees, making Poste Italiane a dynamic company that is attractive to young talent."
Terna has been awarded for the second consecutive year, placing people at the center of the company's transformation with its People Strategy, strengthening skills development, attracting young talent, and supporting the 2024-2028 Industrial Plan.
Fincantieri achieves certification for the third consecutive year. Luciano Sale, HR Director, emphasized: "This recognition demonstrates our ability to transform vision and values into concrete actions, innovating, including, and growing together."
Unicredit The Group has entered the ranking for the tenth consecutive year, thanks to the certifications of its banks in Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Germany, Italy, Serbia, and its branches in Poland and Romania. Siobhán McDonagh, head of group people & culture, said: "Being a Top Employer for the tenth consecutive year is a promise: to continue building an environment that promotes diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning."
Top Employers Italy 2026
Alphabetical list of the 144 certified companies: A2a – Acque bresciane – Adp Italia – Alfa – Allianz – Alpitour – Amazon Italia – Amplifon Italia – Angelini Pharma – Arag Se General Representation and Management for Italy – Arkema – Art – As Watson Group Italy – AstraZeneca Italia – Automobili Lamborghini – Autotorino – Bat Italia – Becton Dickinson Italia – Beiersdorf – Beko Europe, Italy – Biofarma Group – Birra Peroni – Bnl Bnp Paribas – Boehringer Ingelheim Italia – Bonfiglioli – Booking.com Italy – Bosch Rexroth Oil Control – Bper Banca – Bracco – Brightstar Lottery – Capgemini Italia – Cassina – Chep – Chiesi Farmaceutici – Coca-Cola Hbc Italia – Coop Italia – Credit Agricole Italia – Dana Italia – Danieli Group – Deghi – Dentsu – DHL Ecommerce Italy – Ducati Motor Holding – Edison – Edp Renewables Italia – Egnazia Ospitalità Italiana – Emilgroup – Engineering – Entain – Esprinet Italia – Europ Assistance Italia – Ey – Ferrari – Fincantieri – FinecoBank – Fondazione Poliambulanza Istituto ospedaliero – Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli Irccs – Gea Group – Generali Group Head Office (Assicurazioni Generali) – Generali Italia – Golden Goose – Groupama Assicurazioni – Ab Group – Acea Group – Autostrade per l’Italia Group – Axa Italia Group – Credem Group – Helvetia Italia Group – Hera Group – Guna Spa – HSBC Continental Europe, Italy – Huawei Technologies Italia – Iberdrola Italia – Inditex Italia – Ing – Intesa Sanpaolo – Italdesign – Italgas – Itas Mutua – Jysk Italia – Jti Italy – Kirey – Konica Minolta Business Solutions Italia – Korian – Lagardère Travel Retail Italia – Lavazza Group – Lear Corporation Italia – Lefay Resorts & Residences – Leroy Merlin – Lidl Italia – Links Management and Technology – Lottomatica – Magroup – Magnaghi Aerospace – Maiora – Marazzi Group – Mashfrog Group – MediaWorld – Meliá Hotels International – Merz Aesthetics Italia – Metro Italia – Novomatic Italia – Ntt Data Italy – Opocrin – Palladium Hotel Group – Penny Italia – Perfetti Van Melle – Philip Morris Italia – Philip Morris Manufacturing & Technology Bologna – Poste Italiane – Puma Italy – Q8 – Qvc Italia – Rai Way – Rds – Radio Dimensione Suono – Renault Group – Rhenus Logistics – Saati – Saint-Gobain Italia – Sanlorenzo – Sgb Humangest Holding – Smat – Smurfit Westrock Italia – Socomec – Stef Italia – Stmicroelectronics Italy – Tata Consultancy Services Italia – TeamSystem – Technogym – Teha Group – Terna – The Estée Lauder Companies – Tirreno Power Italy – Toyota Motor Italia – Umbragroup – UniCredit – Verisure Italy – Volkswagen Financial Services – Wabtec Italy – WindTre – Wordline – Wpp Media Italia – Würth Italy – Zelestra Italy – Zurich
