Prudential Financial has earned the 2016 Work-Life Seal of Distinction from WorldatWork. The award recognizes leading companies that have successfully integrated work-life policies, programs and practices for employees. Prudential first received the honor in 2014.

“Because the award’s emphasis aligns with Prudential’s own comprehensive definition of what makes for a supportive and healthy workplace, the Seal is especially coveted,” said Maureen Corcoran, vice president, Health, Life and Inclusion. “When employees can be their best selves at work and at home, it’s a real win for them and the Company.”

Created in 2012, the WorldatWork Seal of Distinction is a unique mark of excellence designed to identify organizational success in work-life effectiveness. This year’s criteria assess seven categories that comprise a best-in-class work-life portfolio:

  • Caring for dependents
  • Health and wellness
  • Workplace flexibility
  • Financial support and education
  • Paid and unpaid time off
  • Community involvement
  • Workforce experience and engagement

“Prudential recognizes that a positive work experience is essential to employee engagement and organizational success,” said Anne Ruddy, CCP, WorldatWork president and CEO. “This year's Work-Life Seal of Distinction honorees are an impressive group of employers that clearly understand the business value of investing in the people who do the work.”

This year, Prudential was among 116 companies recognized for creating a workplace culture that supports work-life balance and for being an employer of choice. All 2016 Seal of Distinction companies will be formally recognized at a gala awards dinner on March 9, during the WorldatWork Future of Work Forum in New Orleans.

WorldatWork (www.worldatwork.org) is a nonprofit human resources association for professionals and organizations focused on total rewards strategies. Comprehensive total rewards strategies are designed to attract, motivate, engage and retain a productive workforce and ultimately, enhance organizational results. Professionals engaged in compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness and total rewards turn to WorldatWork as their leading professional association. WorldatWork and its affiliates provide comprehensive education, certification, research, advocacy and community for members and the broader total rewards community. WorldatWork has more than 70,000 members and subscribers worldwide; over 80 percent of Fortune 500 companies employ a WorldatWork member. Founded in 1955, WorldatWork is affiliated with more than 70 local human resources associations and has offices in Scottsdale, Ariz., and Washington, D.C.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE:PRU), has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees are committed to helping individual and institutional customers grow and protect their wealth through a variety of products and services, including life insurance, annuities, retirement-related services, mutual funds and investment management. In the U.S., Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for more than a century. For more information, please visit http://www.news.prudential.com/.