- I&M Bank Kenya has been named a Top Employer for 2026
- The recognition highlights strong people and workplace practices
- Certification followed an independent global HR assessment
- Bank leaders say employees remain central to business success
- Award boosts I&M Bank’s employer brand and global standing
I&M Bank Kenya has been certified as a Top Employer in Kenya for 2026, marking a major milestone in its efforts to build a strong and supportive workplace.
The recognition was issued by the Top Employers Institute, a global body that evaluates how organisations manage and support their employees using independent and data-based reviews.
The Top Employer title confirms that I&M Bank meets high standards in how it treats, develops, and engages its staff. The assessment looked at key areas such as people strategy, work environment, staff learning, talent hiring, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Top Employers Institute operates in 125 countries, making the certification a respected global benchmark for human resource excellence.
Commenting on the achievement, I&M Bank Regional CEO and Interim CEO for Kenya, Kihara Maina, said the award places the bank among leading organisations worldwide that value employee growth.
He noted that the bank’s success is built on its people, adding that supporting staff is key to delivering quality service to customers.
“Our belief is simple: when we stand with our employees, they are better placed to stand with our customers,” Maina said, reaffirming the bank’s commitment to a positive work culture.
Top Employers Institute CEO Adrian Seligman praised I&M Bank for aligning its people policies with business goals. He said the certification reflects a clear focus on improvement and long-term performance.
According to Seligman, I&M Bank’s approach shows how strong workplace practices can help organisations grow while creating a better work experience for employees.
The certification gives I&M Bank access to global insights, expert guidance, and proven people management practices. It also strengthens the bank’s reputation as an employer of choice.
Certified organisations gain better tools for decision-making, clearer people strategies, and stronger appeal to both current and future talent.
With this recognition, I&M Bank Kenya sends a clear message about its priorities. By investing in its workforce, the bank aims to support innovation, improve service delivery, and sustain growth in a competitive banking sector.
The Top Employer 2026 award adds to I&M Bank’s growing profile as a forward-looking institution that puts people at the centre of its success.
