Singapore has secured a prominent position on the Asia’s Best Workplaces 2026 list, with 25 companies making the cut, more than any other Southeast Asian nation. The list, curated by Great Place To Work, evaluates 200 companies across the region based on employee surveys conducted in 36 countries and territories.
Among Singapore’s entries, 20 companies are classified as large employers, whilst five fall into the small and medium category. This achievement places Singapore fifth in Asia by company count, trailing the United Arab Emirates, India, Greater China, and Japan. The UAE tops the list due to its inclusion in the Asia region by Great Place To Work.
The recognition comes amid a challenging year for employee retention. Aon’s 2025 Salary Increase and Turnover Study predicts that 19.3% of skilled workers in Singapore will change jobs in 2026, second only to the Philippines. Singaporean employers are also budgeting the smallest pay rises in the region at 4.3%, compared to a regional average of 5.3%.
Notably, Singapore’s real estate sector stands out, with JustCo and Pontiac Land Group being the only Southeast Asian real estate firms on the list. Information technology is the largest sector represented, with companies like Cisco, Visa, and Mastercard making significant strides. Visa notably climbed 19 places to 39th, whilst Micron Technology and Amgen each rose 12 places.
The rankings are determined solely by employee survey responses, focusing on consistency across organisations. This year’s survey included responses from over 3.8 million employees, highlighting the importance of fair leadership, compensation, and meaningful work.
