BankDhofar wins Global Best Place to Work Award for 2026
BankDhofar has been awarded the prestigious ‘Best Place to Work 2026’ certification by the UK-based Best Places to Work organization. This achievement reflects the bank’s continued success in fostering a positive work environment that promotes innovation, professional development, and the empowerment of national talent.
The award was granted based on the results of a comprehensive survey assessing organizational culture and employee satisfaction. BankDhofar achieved high scores across several key indicators related to workplace environment and employee experience, particularly in the areas of professional development, leadership effectiveness, internal communication, and the alignment of human resources strategies with employee aspirations and organizational objectives.
This recognition underscores BankDhofar’s commitment to creating a supportive and motivating workplace that enables employees to develop their skills and achieve their professional ambitions, ultimately enhancing customer service quality and strengthening the bank’s competitiveness within the banking sector.
The global recognition adds to BankDhofar’s growing list of achievements in the field of human resources. The bank was previously recognized by the Ministry of Labour for its excellence in organizational innovation and change management, in appreciation of its pioneering efforts in developing the workplace, empowering Omani talent, and adopting sustainable institutional transformation practices.
In addition, the Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM) commended BankDhofar’s role as a digital innovator in HR practices. The bank also received the Digital Transformation in Human Resources Award in the private sector, recognizing its efforts in leveraging modern technology to enhance processes and improve employee experience.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Khalid bin Salem Al Hamdani, Head of Human Resources Group at BankDhofar, said: "We are proud to receive the Best Place to Work 2026 award, which represents an international endorsement of our ongoing commitment to building a workplace culture founded on empowerment, development, and innovation. We firmly believe that our employees are the cornerstone of the bank’s success, and we remain committed to investing in their growth and providing opportunities that enable them to achieve both professional and personal excellence. This recognition also motivates us to continue advancing our institutional practices in line with global best standards."
BankDhofar places significant emphasis on human capital development. In 2017, the bank launched the Performance Academy, a comprehensive platform dedicated to employee training and development. The academy features modern training facilities equipped with advanced technologies, as well as a virtual banking branch that provides employees with practical, real-life training experiences before they begin working in the bank’s branches, helping to enhance their skills and professional readiness.
BankDhofar continues to strengthen its position as one of Oman’s leading banking institutions through ongoing investment in its people and by cultivating a workplace culture centered on innovation, sustainability, and organizational excellence, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 and the development of a knowledge-based economy driven by national talent.
