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Pay alone doesn’t drive engagement - but perceived unfairness can quickly disengage employees. Fairness in context is what matters most.
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Space Architects (Europe)

Team spirit is cultivated through regular social events such as the Summer BBQ and Christmas Party, which are especially valued during hybrid working patterns. Monthly ‘Pizza Friday’ gatherings bring everyone together.
Wellbeing is central to Space Architects (Europe)’s culture, with initiatives including a mental health team channel, onsite gym, and regular yoga sessions. These were introduced in response to workload pressures identified in a recent survey.
Recognition is immediate and inclusive, with initiatives like ‘Well Done and Wonderful’ shout-outs, quarterly funded nights out, and a shared end-of-year success bonus reinforcing fairness and appreciation.
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Architect & Surveyor
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Unity Trust Bank

Unity Trust Bank supports personal growth by offering professional qualification support, including five paid days for professional development. Initiatives like the 'New to line management at Unity' sessions and the Leading with Empathy programme help employees advance their skills and career opportunities.
With a focus on wellbeing, Unity Trust Bank offers activities like mindfulness sessions and health awareness campaigns through its Unity & Me programme. The bank has increased its number of Mental Health First Aiders, promoting a supportive environment for mental health.
Unity Trust Bank ensures fair treatment through its profit share incentive scheme, which paid out 9% of base salary in 2024, and by being the first UK bank to pay the Real Living Wage, demonstrating its commitment to equitable employee compensation.
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Financial Services
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Rickard Luckin

Last year’s social calendar saw Romford Dogs evening, a Summer Team Building event and a Christmas Party. Peppered around these large events were regular football sessions, and payday breakfasts and lunches.
Through the Rickard Luckin Development Academy, the organisation provides a blend of technical, business and soft skills development content. At the heart of this is the RLPDP, its Learning Management System, which provides a blended learning environment with learning tools and resources.
At the annual Rickard Luckin Awards, the organisation provides an opportunity to celebrate the team’s successes. Anyone can nominate anyone else within the firm, and an independent ‘nominations panel’ decide who is the winner. As well as the team-wide recognition at the awards ceremony, award winners receive a trophy and a £250 gift card.
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Accountancy
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Keech Hospice

Placing a focus on personal growth, Keech Hospice care offer a wide range of development opportunities and regular training. As well as mandatory training the organisation also runs internal and external courses, as well as providing regular opportunities for staff to discuss their personal development needs.
The hospice understands just how important it is to look after the mental wellbeing of its staff, and therefore has a dedicated support programme and an employee assistance programme which provides practical information, resources and confidential counselling to all staff and their families.
Staff can look forward to fresh hot meals, sandwiches and snacks, thanks to Keech Hospice Care's excellent on-site catering facilities. Employee benefits also include a competitive salary with increments based on performance and training, as well as contribution pension scheme, childcare vouchers and free parking.
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Charity's
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Creed Foodservice

Whilst its gender pay gap compares favourably with organisations across the UK economy and wholesale sector, Creed Foodservice is not complacent and is committed to further reducing the gap. This includes removing barriers to gender equality such as the proportion of men and women applying for roles.

The Food Innovation Centre is used as a hub for staff to meet in a relaxed atmosphere with food provided by an executive chef team. Being named as a Top 100 Best Company to Work For in 2022 saw events bringing all departments together with raffles and events held throughout the day.

In 2022, Creed launched its leadership development programme for all 34 people managers - a yearlong commitment to both online and face-to-face sessions developed in conjunction with QuoLux - a leading international consultancy and leadership development company. Modules include Leading self, Leading teams, and Leading change.

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Food & Drink
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Certsure LLP

Certsure LLP encourages employee development through initiatives like ILM Level 3 and 5 qualifications and mandatory 30 hours of CPD per year. Internal promotions are also prioritised with 40% of all vacancies filled internally, fostering a culture of growth and progression.
The organisation has recently increased its support and donations by an additional £5,000 to its charity partner, the Electrical Industries Charity (EIC). The money was raised through several of external and internal activities, such as a Conference Quiz Night, Virtual Walk to Bali, and the Certsure Great Bake off.
Certsure LLP's pay increase process is negotiated annually with a recognised trade union, ensuring employees receive a fair deal reflective of the current economic climate. This approach underlines the company's commitment to fair treatment of its staff.
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Business Services
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Ashton Fire Ltd

Team spirit is nurtured through regular in-person gatherings, including quarterly meetings and social activities, which promote bonding and a sense of belonging among colleagues, whether they are working remotely or in the office.
Ashton Fire prioritises employee wellbeing with mental health first aiders and comprehensive healthcare options, ensuring that staff have the resources and support needed to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Employees benefit from a comprehensive package, including BUPA healthcare, enhanced family leave, and a Medicash plan, offering a fair and competitive deal that underscores Ashton Fire's commitment to employee welfare.
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Consultancy
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PXC

The company champions a collaborative culture, encouraging team spirit and camaraderie through regular meet-ups and events within employee networks such as Women in Tech, fostering a sense of belonging and fun among colleagues.
PXC supports charitable initiatives, such as Ambitious About Autism and the annual Night of Ambition fundraising gala, demonstrating its commitment to societal contribution beyond profit motives.
Employees at PXC benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working options, free home fibre connectivity, and generous parental leave policies, ensuring they feel well-treated and valued compared to similar organisations.
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Telecom
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Audley Group

Audley Group’s Appreciation programme allows any employee to show appreciation for their colleagues via its platform, Spirit. Every month, all Appreciation “Shout Outs” are entered into a prize draw where they can win one of 20 prizes.
The Audley Foundation raises money to improve the lives of older people, particularly the lonely and less fortunate members of society. Once a year, the organisation runs a Match-Fund Challenge to raise funds for the Foundation, and Audley Group matches up to £1000 per village or office.
Audley Group is supported by the Audley Academy, its internal Learning & Development team. In addition to the mandatory learning required, they create and source online content hosted on the organisation’s LMS. Audley Group also offers a wide range of Apprenticeships in partnership with carefully chosen providers to bring the best learner experience.
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Health & Social Care
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Macbeth Insurance Brokers

Macbeth, as an accredited living wage employer, ensures fair treatment of employees, recognising performance with rewards like Amazon vouchers, Star Player awards, and quarterly bonuses, aligning pay and benefits with industry standards.
Macbeth actively engages in community support by sponsoring local charities such as Pride of Reading and encouraging employees to participate in volunteering and charitable initiatives, reflecting genuine social responsibility.
Macbeth demonstrates its commitment to employee wellbeing through the Group PMI scheme, which includes mental health support, and Employee Assistance Programme initiatives, ensuring a healthy balance between work and home life.
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Insurance
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