Addiko Bank Receives Prestigious Employer Partner Certificate for the Fifth Time

Addiko Bank has marked yet another award of the Employer Partner certificate, which Selectio, the leading HR consulting group in the region, has been awarding to companies that stand out in the market for their high quality in human resource management for 18 years.

The fifth consecutive Employer Partner certificate confirms Addiko Bank’s commitment to quality human resource management and the implementation of improvements that encompass the latest business trends and best HR practices. Therefore, it is not surprising that certification results continue to grow year after year.

– We have long recognized the important role of human resource management and have continuously dedicated ourselves to it over the years as an indispensable part of business development and our corporate culture. I am therefore extremely proud that we have confirmed our image as a desirable employer this year as well and that we have grown in results indicating even better employee management. This encourages us and motivates us to continue investing in a positive and inspiring environment, supportive teams, and engaged employees who have a decisive positive impact on business results – emphasized Mario Žižek, CEO of Addiko Bank.

HR experts from Selectio Group particularly highlighted excellent practices in the areas of engagement and inspiration, as well as Addiko Bank’s commitment to implementing a range of initiatives aimed at all employees. Addiko Bank shapes a positive and motivating work environment by fostering continuous open communication, recognizing employee achievements, and providing opportunities for growth and development.

Encouraging Transparency and Responsible Leadership

Addiko Bank creates a work environment where managers are equipped with the skills necessary for effective leadership, and employees are empowered through open communication, structured feedback, and inclusive decision-making processes. Addiko Bank places a strong emphasis on a people-oriented leadership approach in manager development. All managers have undergone training in human resource management and have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills in accordance with best practices.

Average employee satisfaction with management and HR, as well as team cohesion and relationships within the team, is high and continues to grow. Employees participate in regular surveys that provide Addiko Bank with valuable insights for further improvements. The response to surveys is excellent, and all employees have access to the results. All employees are ensured equal and timely access to information through various communication channels, with HR playing a key role in promoting quality two-way communication.

During 2023, Addiko Bank provided an average of 46 hours of training or education per employee, and for several years has been implementing a special development program – Addiko Academy. Last year, as many as 99 percent of employees underwent at least one form of education, and professional growth was recognized as one of the main motivators for employees.