MetLife Japan Recognized as "Great Place to Work" for Second Consecutive Year

MetLife Insurance Ltd. (Representative Executive Officer, Chairman, President, and CEO: Dirk Ostijn) has been recognized as a "Great Place to Work" for the second consecutive year by Great Place To Work®, a leading global research and consulting firm.

Great Place To Work® conducts surveys and analyses of "Great Workplaces" in approximately 150 countries. They define a "Great Workplace" as an environment where all employees, regardless of their position, job, or location, can trust their company and leaders, take pride in their work, and feel a sense of solidarity with their colleagues. Certification is awarded based on global standards derived from employee and company surveys.

At MetLife Japan, we believe that improving employee engagement, which serves as the driving force behind achieving our purpose, "Walking Together. Towards a More Certain Future.", is extremely important. We strive to foster a corporate culture where employees and management are connected by trust, can openly exchange opinions, and can boldly take on challenges without fear of failure. We are also working to create a work environment where all employees can perform to their fullest potential, regardless of age, gender, or life stage, by offering flexible work arrangements, career development support, and assistance for childcare and eldercare.

Regarding this recognition, our Representative Executive Officer, Chairman, President, and CEO, Dirk Ostijn, stated: "We are deeply honored to be recognized as a "Great Place to Work" for the second year in a row. It is a crucial management foundation that supports our sustained growth for employees to work with peace of mind, be themselves, and maximize their abilities. Moving forward, we will continue to build a sound corporate culture and work environment based on employee feedback, and provide reliable protection and peace of mind to our customers."

MetLife was simultaneously recognized as a "Great Place to Work" in 34 countries worldwide, including Japan.

About MetLife Japan

MetLife Japan began operations in 1973 as the first foreign-affiliated life insurance company in Japan. As the Japanese subsidiary of the U.S.-based MetLife, Inc., one of the world's leading life insurance groups, we are dedicated to supporting our customers in choosing the optimal protection. Through diverse sales channels, we strive to offer innovative products that address a wide range of risks for both individual and corporate customers. www.metlife.co.jp