Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria (RMB Nigeria) has been ranked the second-best employer in Nigeria for 2026.
According to a statement by the company, this marks the second consecutive year the investment bank has received recognition for its people and workplace practices, according to the Top Employers Institute.
The ranking, released as part of the Institute’s annual country top employer certification, places RMB Nigeria among organisations that meet globally benchmarked standards in human resources and workplace culture.
The Top Employers Institute, which operates in more than 130 countries, assesses companies using its HR Best Practices Survey covering six areas: people strategy, work environment, talent acquisition, learning, diversity, equity and inclusion, and employee wellbeing.
Adrian Seligman, Top Employers Institute’s CEO said the certification reflects RMB Nigeria’s alignment of its people strategy with its broader business goals.
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He noted that the bank’s focus on continuous improvement and employee development supports long-term business performance and contributes to a stronger world of work in Nigeria.
Bayo Ajayi, RMB Nigeria CEO said the ranking underscored the bank’s sustained efforts to create an inclusive and purpose-driven workplace.
According to him, the recognition validates the institution’s people-first approach, which prioritises employee growth, engagement and the delivery of value to clients and communities.
“Employees are central to our success, and this achievement reflects our commitment to supporting them to thrive and perform at their best,” Ajayi said.
Ayotunde Jegede, Head of Juman Capital at RMB Nigeria, said the back-to-back recognition highlights the bank’s consistency in embedding people-focused practices into its operations.
She added that the institution remains focused on improving employee experience and setting benchmarks within Nigeria’s financial services sector.