Boehringer Ingelheim named Global Top Employer 2026

Ingelheim, Germany, Thu, 15/01/2026 - 08:00

• Recognized for outstanding well-being program supporting employees’ physical, mental, social, and financial health
• Strong results also in career development, rewards and recognition, and work environment

For the sixth year in a row, the Top Employers Institute has recognized Boehringer Ingelheim as a “Global Top Employer”. This year’s certification underpins the company’s commitment to creating an attractive work environment, with employee well-being at its core.

“Our employees are the foundation of our success,” says Michael Schmelmer, Chief Human Resources Officer and Member of the Board of Managing Directors at Boehringer Ingelheim. “Maintaining and advancing an environment where every colleague feels supported to take care of their well-being is a cornerstone of our people strategy. We believe that when our people thrive, our innovation flourishes.”

Offerings for physical, mental, social, and financial health

Boehringer’s well-being program takes care of the whole person from physical and mental health to social and financial aspects. A dedicated cross-functional team co-creates meaningful offerings and activities, so every employee can bring their best to work and life.

It includes health screenings, fitness programs as well as tailored mental health trainings for employees and leaders. Confidential counseling and other mental health support is available through employee assistance programs. The company also encourages volunteering and provides financial education and retirement planning to help build security for today and tomorrow – just to name a few examples.

Benefits for work-life-balance and personal development

Beyond well-being, employees benefit from tailored lifelong learning and development opportunities, and flexible working models. For example, the internal Boehringer Ingelheim University makes a virtual campus accessible worldwide. The opportunity to temporarily work abroad allows employees to spend more time with loved ones who live elsewhere.

Certified across the globe

This year, Boehringer has received the award in 31 countries and regional recognitions in Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and in the Middle East. In Latin America, the company is ranked among the top three employers. Boehringer has been listed among the top employers in multiple countries and regions for the past 12 years.

Boehringer Ingelheim

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry’s top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

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