MANILA, Philippines – FWD Life Insurance (FWD Philippines) demonstrates its commitment to be the next generation’s employer of choice by proactively addressing the prioritization of employee wellbeing, professional growth, and purpose-driven work. FWD is implementing innovative strategies and programs that go beyond traditional benefits.
A recent report from global professional services firm Aon highlighted that four out of five Filipino workers (83%) are seeking better benefits, underscoring the need for flexibility and personalization in their careers.
FWD currently addresses this through initiatives like the LiveLife Wellbeing Strategy, which empowers employees through workshops and activities focused on purpose, emotional, financial, physical, and social health. The introduction of the ThoughtFull App further provides personalized and on-demand mental health support, recognizing the crucial link between mental wellbeing and overall job satisfaction.
FWD Philippines Chief People & Culture Officer, Vita Guillen, recently highlighted this commitment at the 2025 Asian Banking & Finance and Insurance Asia (ABFIA) Summit, stating, “As the insurer of the next generation, we in FWD believe that nurturing personal and professional development is key to fostering a thriving and innovative culture, where every individual can achieve their full potential and create positive impact in the industry and contribute to nation-building.”
This philosophy is manifested through FWD’s holistic suite of learning programs. The Leading Edge program and a clear Leadership Capability Model (LCM) guide leadership practices and organizational development. Moreover, initiatives like Anytime Learning enable employees to upskill at their chosen pace and location, while EAdvantage Program offers financial support for further professional development through part-time studies.
Beyond individual growth, FWD fosters a strong sense of belonging and shared interests through its Passion Communities. The insurance company also actively cultivates a diverse talent pool by engaging with aspiring talents through career fairs, job caravans, and university webinars showcasing FWD’s culture and career opportunities.
Through these holistic programs and initiatives, a career in FWD Philippines provides flexible working, exciting career opportunities, and a dynamic learning environment.
FWD Philippines was recently reported as the top life insurer in the Philippines in terms of new business annual premium equivalent (NBAPE) on a singleton basis, according to the Insurance Commission’s (IC) 2025 Q1 Report. For more information about FWD, visit fwd.com.ph.
