The gaming and betting group has been certified by the Top Employers Institute for its excellence in HR policies and strategies.
What is the Top Employers certification?
The Top Employers certification is a prestigious recognition given by the Top Employers Institute, a global authority on excellence in people practices. The certification is based on a rigorous assessment of the HR policies and strategies of participating organizations, covering six domains and 20 topics such as People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Wellbeing, and more.
The certification aims to showcase the dedication of organizations to creating a better work environment for their employees, and to enrich the world of work through best practices. The Top Employers certification is valid for one year and can be renewed annually.
How did SKS365 achieve the certification?
SKS365 is an international gaming and betting group that operates in Italy under the Planetwin365 brand. The group has been certified as a Top Employer in Italy for the second year in a row, reaffirming its position among the leading employers in the country.
The group has undergone a five-year journey of transformation and restructuring, during which it established a People & Culture framework that puts the needs of its employees first. The group has implemented practices aimed at enhancing the well-being, development, and engagement of its people, as well as fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and diversity.
Some of the initiatives that contributed to the certification include:
- A flexible and smart working policy that allows employees to work remotely or from the office, depending on their preferences and needs.
- A comprehensive learning and development program that offers online and offline courses, coaching, mentoring, and career guidance to employees at all levels.
- A diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy that promotes a respectful and inclusive work environment, where different perspectives and backgrounds are valued and celebrated.
- A wellness program that supports the physical and mental health of employees, through initiatives such as health insurance, fitness activities, mindfulness sessions, and employee assistance programs.
- A social responsibility program that encourages employees to contribute to the community and the environment, through volunteering, fundraising, and sustainability projects.
What are the benefits of the certification?
The certification is not only a recognition of the achievements of SKS365, but also a motivation for the group to continue to improve and excel in its people practices. The certification also gives the group a competitive edge in the market, as it attracts and retains the best talents in the industry.
Brian Dean, Chief People Officer at SKS365, commented: “The confirmation of the Top Employers certification is a significant recognition of SKS365’s ongoing commitment to promoting and developing a people-centric corporate culture. Being accredited again is in some ways, an even greater achievement than last year, given everything the agenda of the company in 2023. As in sports, winning is challenging, but maintaining that success is even harder”.
David Plink, CEO of the Top Employers Institute, said: “Exceptional times bring out the best in people and organizations. And we have witnessed this in our Top Employers Certification Programme this year: exceptional performance from the certified Top Employers 2024. These employers have always shown that they care for the development and well-being of their people. By doing so, they collectively enrich the world of work. We are proud to announce and celebrate this year’s group of leading people-oriented employers: the Top Employers 2024”.
SKS365 is one of the 2,300 Top Employers in 121 countries worldwide that have been certified by the Top Employers Institute in 2024.
