Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria (RMB Nigeria) has been recognised as the No. 2 Employer in Nigeria for 2026, marking the second consecutive year the financial institution has received international acclaim for its human resource practices and workplace culture.
The accolade comes from the Top Employers Institute, which certifies organisations worldwide based on rigorous assessment of HR and people management standards. The certification evaluates six core areas: People Strategy, Work Environment, Talent Acquisition, Learning, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Wellbeing. RMB Nigeria’s recognition reflects its adherence to global best practices in employee engagement and organisational development.
Brandspur Banking News Desk reports that Adrian Seligman, Chief Executive of the Top Employers Institute, lauded the bank’s efforts, stating, “Achieving a Country Top Employer Certification for 2026 reflects RMB Nigeria’s dedication to building an outstanding workplace that enables sustained business performance. Their strong alignment between people strategy and organisational goals, combined with a commitment to continuous improvement, demonstrates the impact of their transformative practices.”
Speaking on the recognition, Bayo Ajayi, Chief Executive of RMB Nigeria, emphasised that the ranking is a direct result of the bank’s people-first philosophy. “At RMB Nigeria, our people are our greatest asset. This recognition affirms our commitment to an inclusive, empowering, and purpose-driven work environment where employees can excel, grow, and deliver exceptional value to clients and the community,” he said.
Ayotunde Jegede, Head of Human Capital at RMB Nigeria, added that the award underscores the bank’s sustained investment in employee experience. “Being recognised for the second year running affirms that our people-first philosophy is embedded in the way we operate daily. We remain dedicated to enhancing the employee experience, setting new benchmarks in Nigeria’s financial services sector, and strengthening our position as an employer of choice across Africa,” he said.
RMB Nigeria’s workplace culture is rooted in collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and ethical leadership, elements that have helped the bank maintain high employee engagement and organisational performance. The bank has pledged to continue elevating standards in people management and building a strong employer brand in the region.
