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WIN-WIN RELATIONSHIP
Ubisoft benefits from the luxury of competing in an industry where people are passio-
nate about what they do. Its developers wholly invest themselves in every project they
undertake, demonstrating the talent and willingness to experiment that is needed to
create an outstanding game. To make the most of its people’s drive to be the best in the
industry, Ubisoft endeavors to provide a supportive and nurturing environment in which
they can thrive and, better still, shine.
The company pays particular attention to building the skills and competencies of each of
its employees to ensure that personal growth goes hand in hand with collective success.
Seeking to empower its people at all times, Ubisoft promotes shared corporate values that
encourage staff to maintain an open mind and a sense of curiosity and personal initiative,
but also to show a commitment to sharing knowledge and spreading best practices.
An extensive internal survey, carried out every two years, also enables Ubisoft’s teams
to give valuable feedback to the company’s management on key issues ranging from
strategy to organization and communication. With an exceptional participation rate of
71% for the last edition, the survey is in itself a testament to the role Ubisoft’s people
play in shaping the future of the company.
DEVELOPING SKILLS
“ON AND OFF” THE JOB
In this fast moving industry, training and competency development play a primordial
role both in terms of personal motivation and collective success. Ubisoft faces this chal-
lenge by mixing on-the-job learning with specific technical training programs to ensure
Ubisoft is openly proud of its people, but it is far from complacent. Placing its human
resources strategy at the forefront of its global ambitions, the company strives to foster a
work environment in which motivation, stimulation and professional development are key.
UBISOFT SAN FRANCISCO SCOOPS
“EMPLOYER OF EXCELLENCE”
MERIT AWARD
To help local residents identify the top workplaces in the Bay area, The San Francisco
Chronicle joined forces with HR.com to introduce the Employers of Excellence program,
which uses benchmark data and research to determine which companies in the region
have the best work environments. Based on feedback received from thousands of
employees at local companies, Ubisoft received a Merit Award for creating an environ-
ment where employees are treated as individuals. Company employees at the San
Francisco office cited the spirit of creative freedom as being a major reason why Ubisoft
is a great place to work.
Putting people first