The welfare and corporate culture of Lundbeck Korea, a global pharmaceutical company specializing in brain disorders, are making headlines.

Lundbeck Korea announced on Thursday that it has achieved a remarkable feat by winning four awards in the “2025 Top 100 Best Companies to Work For in Korea” survey conducted by GPTW (Great Place to Work) Korea, a global corporate culture research firm.

Lundbeck Korea attributes this achievement to its unique welfare system and corporate culture. As a company specializing in brain disorders, it has long been committed to promoting mental health, and this dedication extends to fostering a healthy lifestyle among its employees.

First, Lundbeck Korea implements flexible work arrangements. The company supports employees in utilizing two days of remote work per week to save commuting time and enhance work concentration. A key feature is that the days are not fixed, allowing employees to adjust their schedules flexibly according to personal needs. Additionally, the company offers a “flexible start time” policy, enabling employees to choose their arrival time between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m., accommodating individual lifestyles.

Flexible use of annual leave is a given. Lundbeck Korea ensures that employees can take time off when needed. The company has also introduced a “Refresh Points” system, which grants an additional 300,000 won ($216) in welfare points when all annual leave is used up. This creates an environment where employees can enjoy their vacation time as a natural “right” without feeling pressured. An additional five days of summer vacation are provided.

Flexible work arrangements lead to a virtuous cycle, fostering family-friendly management

For a family-friendly welfare system, the company actively supports work-life balance. It encourages all employees, regardless of gender, to take parental leave. Over the past five years, the return-to-work rate for employees who took parental leave has been 100 percent. Additionally, the third Friday of every month is designated as “Family Day,” when all employees work only in the morning.

Child education support is also generous. Not only does the company cover university tuition fees, but it also provides 100,000 won per child per month from birth until the end of the free education period. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden of education expenses for employees, allowing them to focus on their work without concern.

Lundbeck Korea is also committed to the growth of its employees. In addition to job training programs to enhance their capabilities, the company provides opportunities to participate in training programs at its global headquarters. This helps employees develop their professional expertise and build a global network. The company also provides separate funds for self-development, such as language and cultural activities.

The company is also actively engaged in social contribution activities to realize its community values. The “LoveBack Campaign,” which has been ongoing since 2019, is a prime example. Employees participate in volunteer activities and make donations on days commemorating Parkinson's Disease Awareness Day and Mental Health Awareness Day.

“The experience at Lundbeck is meaningful for our employees and helps create a corporate culture where everyone grows together,” a company official said.

Additionally, Lundbeck Korea operates various welfare programs, including health check-ups for employees and their families, welfare points, breakfast on Mondays, snack corners, and in-house hobby clubs.

Lundbeck Korea is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Copenhagen, specializing in the research and development of treatments for central nervous system (CNS) disorders. Since its establishment in Korea in 2002, the company has supplied antidepressants, including Lexapro and Brintellix, as well as Parkinson's disease treatment Azilect and Alzheimer's disease treatment Ebixa, to the Korean market.