Union Assurance recognised as company with great managers for fourth consecutive year

Union Assurance, has once again been recognised for its commitment to cultivating outstanding leadership and a workplace culture where people are empowered to thrive in their respective roles. Held at Cinnamon Grand, the Great Managers Awards 2024 ceremony celebrated the company for its sustained investment in people and its consistent focus on driving meaningful progress through authentic leadership.

The Great Managers Awards program, powered by CLA Coaching and Consulting Inc. sets an industry benchmark in measuring the effectiveness of managerial leadership by evaluating performance across five core assessment parameters: driving business growth, aligning individual contribution with organisational goals, coaching for higher performance, building effective teams and upholding the integrity of leadership.

Union Assurance was honoured for the fourth consecutive year as a ‘Company with Great Managers’, acknowledging its forward-thinking people strategy that recognises talent, rewards excellence and creates room for both personal and professional growth. In an environment built on meritocracy and support backed by tailored development tools and leadership opportunities, employees are encouraged to embrace their unique journeys of progress.

This year, seven exceptional individuals were recognised for their leadership impact. Assistant Vice President – Operations (Life Operations) Charitha Boteju bagged the award for ‘Great Manager for Leadership Integrality and Holistic Approach’ while Assistant Vice President – Underwriting Anura Hettikanda was recognised as a Great Manager for Building Team Effectiveness and Collaboration. Both Deputy General Manager – Agency Distribution Kokilan Kanapathipillai, and Senior Regional Manager – Agency Distribution Nimalaraj Thangathurai, won the awards for ‘Driving Results and Execution Excellence’. Senior Manager – Data Engineering and Analytics Kasun Rathnayaka, was recognised as the ‘Great Manager for Building Team Effectiveness and Collaboration’ and Senior Manager – Digital Applications Eshan De Silva, was recognised as the ‘Millennial Manager’. In addition, Branding and Communications Manager Venuri Udawatta won the award for ‘Great Manager for Aligning with Organisational Vision’.

Union Assurance Chief Executive Officer Senath Jayatilake stated, “At Union Assurance, leadership is not confined to titles; it is a culture embedded at every level of the organisation. Through a strong foundation of support, guidance, and growth opportunities, the Company empowers its’ managers to thrive—both personally and professionally. This recognition reflects the strength of our people and our unwavering belief that empowered individuals drive change towards the betterment of a nation. We congratulate our great managers and wish them luck in all their endeavours”.

Union Assurance Chief People Officer Nisansala Paranayapa, also reflected on the awards, stating, “This recognition as a ‘Company with Great Managers’ for the fourth-year running is a proud moment for all of us at Union Assurance. It reflects our deep-rooted belief that leadership is not just about managing teams—it’s about inspiring people, fostering collaboration, and driving meaningful impact. Our managers are empowered to lead with empathy, purpose, and accountability, and this award is a testament to their dedication. We will continue to invest in leadership development and create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to grow, contribute, and lead with confidence.”