Fostering an inclusive and fair workplace

At Sika, equal treatment and opportunities are fundamental to a strong, sustainable organization. We are committed to providing a workplace where all employees are treated with respect, have equal access to opportunities, and are empowered to develop their skills and careers. By fostering inclusion and investing in people, Sika strengthens engagement, innovation, and long-term performance. This commitment is closely linked to Sika’s broader approach to Human Rights, Health and Safety, and the “People and culture” strategic pillar defined under Strategy 2028.

Diversity and inclusion across the organization

Sika values diversity in all forms, including gender, age, nationality, cultural background, education, abilities, and life experiences. Diverse and inclusive teams bring broader perspectives and contribute to better decision-making and innovation. Sika promotes an inclusive culture based on:

  • Respectful and fair treatment of all employees
  • Zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment
  • Inclusive leadership behaviors at all levels

      These principles complement Sika’s commitment to respecting human rights and creating safe, respectful working environments.

      Equal opportunities in recruitment and career development

      Sika is committed to equal opportunity throughout the employee lifecycle. Recruitment, promotion, and development decisions are based on merit, potential, and performance, ensuring fairness and transparency. Inclusive talent practices are supported by:

      • Objective recruitment and selection processes
      • Equal access to development programs and career pathways
      • Structured performance management and succession planning  

      Equal pay for work of equal value

      Sika is committed to pay equality and fairness in all countries where it operates. The company’s compensation model promotes a pay-for-performance culture while ensuring transparency, equality, fairness, non-discrimination, and competitive total reward.

      Standardized job grades in most countries facilitate the approach to evaluating pay equality. In line with local legislation, Sika conducts equal pay analyses in several countries and, in preparation for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, introduced a Group-wide internal pay transparency tool in 2025 to monitor pay equality across organizational levels. Sika performs annual salary reviews in all countries, during which gender pay gaps are monitored and addressed, if any.

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      Learning and development

      Continuous learning is a cornerstone of Sika’s strategy. Sika invests in the development of employees at all career stages through global, regional, and local learning programs.

      Training initiatives range from technical and functional skills to leadership development and are designed to support performance, collaboration, and responsible leadership across the organization.

      Engagement, wellbeing, and workplace culture

      Sika promotes a culture of engagement, open dialogue, and wellbeing. Employee feedback and engagement surveys help identify strengths and improvement areas, while wellbeing initiatives support physical and mental health. These efforts complement Sika’s focus on Health and Safety, contributing to safe, healthy, and inclusive workplaces.