MetLife Japan Recognized as a Great Place to Work for Two Consecutive Years

MetLife Japan Named a Great Place to Work for the Second Year

MetLife Insurance Company, under the leadership of Dirk Osteen, has successfully been recognized by Great Place To Work® as a leading workplace for two consecutive years. This esteemed acknowledgment emphasizes the company’s commitment to fostering an engaging and supportive work environment for its employees.

Great Place To Work®, a globally renowned research institution, conducts surveys and analyses across approximately 150 countries. It defines a workplace as a great place to work if employees— regardless of their roles, work locations, or hierarchy— have trust in their company and leaders, take pride in their work, and feel a sense of community among colleagues. This recognition is based on comprehensive employee and company surveys that establish a universal standard worldwide.

As MetLife strives to realize its purpose of "walking together toward a more secure future," enhancing employee engagement is deemed critical for achieving this goal. The company focuses on building a corporate culture based on trust between employees and management, encouraging open communication, and fostering a willingness to take bold risks without fear of failure. Additionally, MetLife promotes a flexible working style, career development opportunities, and support for childbirth and caregiving, creating an environment that enables all employees— irrespective of age, gender, or life stage—to unleash their full potential.

Dirk Osteen, the company’s CEO, expressed his pride in the recent accolade, stating, "Being recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the second consecutive year is a tremendous honor. It is essential for our company’s sustainable growth that employees feel safe to be themselves and maximize their capabilities. Moving forward, we will continue to prioritize employee feedback as we cultivate a robust corporate culture and work environment, ensuring we provide our customers with solid guarantees and peace of mind."

Notably, MetLife has received this distinction across 34 countries globally, including Japan, showcasing its commitment to employee satisfaction and innovative practices.

About MetLife Japan

Established in 1973, MetLife Japan is recognized as the first foreign life insurance company in Japan. As a crucial part of the global MetLife group, it provides personalized support to customers in selecting optimal insurance protection. Through various distribution channels, MetLife Japan strives to offer innovative products that address a wide spectrum of risks for both individual and business clients. For more information, visit www.metlife.co.jp.