The EQUAL-SALARY Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization based in Switzerland. The EQUAL-SALARY Certification acknowledges our commitment to fair pay and fair opportunities for every employee.

Achieving EQUAL-SALARY certification is an important building block on the road to creating a fairer and more inclusive workplace, crucial to our progress in delivering a smoke-free future and evolving our business beyond the tobacco and nicotine sector in the long term.  
 
First achieved globally in 2019, we received our third certification—which is valid for three years—in May 2025. In addition to recognizing fair pay, our latest certification for the first time verifies our sustained commitment to policies, processes, and practices that foster a culture of fairness in which all employees have access to opportunities to thrive and grow. 

We have been certified by the Top Employers Institute as a Global Top Employer for the eighth year in a row. The certification is further recognition of the progress we are making as part of our transformation, establishing PMI among the ranks of employers of choice focused on meeting the needs of a globally-diverse workforce. The Top Employers Institute recognizes excellence in people practices and its Top Employer program recognizes the best employers around the world. Our affiliates were also recognized as leading employers in 33 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia/Pacific.

Great Place To Work has recognized Philip Morris Japan as a place where we create an outstanding employee experience.
Certification includes surveying our employees - so this is their voice.