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Manufacturing

Wacoal Europe

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Wacoal supports local charitable initiatives and women's shelters. Redundant products are sent to Africa to support community projects that provide underwear to women who cannot afford it. It donates to organisations such as The Cowshed, which helps people in times of crisis, such as women fleeing domestic abuse.

The company offers apprenticeships to school-leavers and to increase the skill and knowledge levels of existing staff. It is increasing its investment in employee training and their learning requirements are identified from appraisals.

The company values are "passion, team and work-life balance". Staff are inspired to be passionate about what Wacoal does and believe in its products. They are encouraged to work as a team with a common goal and the culture discourages doing long days or answering emails outside working hours.

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Utilities

The Utility Regulator

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During the past year, the organisation promoted a new Kingsbridge Health plan to staff and also worked with Benenden Healthcare to provide information to staff who might benefit from monthly membership. It further supports it employees through Mental Health First Aiders, Inspire EAP, and training on Neurodiversity.
Utility Regulator has introduced a leadership development programme to reinforce need for collective leadership and the importance of basic management functions, and to improve communication on corporate issues, increase awareness of governance requirements, promote cross directorate ways of working and support learning and development.
Utility Regulator have held a number of fundraising events throughout the year for a staff nominated charity. Employees have donated money, items, and volunteered their time. The organisation is also an active member of Business in the Community NI, helping to support various charitable activities.
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Accountancy

Price Bailey

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All members of staff are invited to join the employee share scheme once they have completed 12 months' service with Price Bailey. The scheme gives them a stake in the success of the business and recognises the value of their contribution.
Price Bailey added a circuit-breaker day to the Christmas holiday, giving staff extra time off in recognition of their hard work and commitment. The firm's IT systems were shut down to ensure everyone had a proper break from work.
Price Bailey has a fleet of electric pool cars available to all employees when they need to travel between the firm's offices or to visit clients. There has been an enthusiastic take-up of hybrid company cars. The firm also has a cycle-to-work scheme alongside paid travel when using local Park and Ride facilities.
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Business Services

Ogilvie Fleet

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Ogilvie Fleet demonstrates a commitment to employee wellbeing through its efforts in promoting a balanced work-life environment. It understands the impact of stress and pressure on personal health and performance, and strives to mitigate these.
Ogilvie Fleet is deeply invested in its communities, raising thousands of pounds for various charities each year. Employees appreciate the company's commitment to giving back, recognising it as more than just a profit-driven initiative.
The leadership team at Ogilvie Fleet leads by example, treating every team member as an equal. A genuine open-door policy and efforts to be approachable make them highly regarded among employees.
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Consultancy

OFR Consultants

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The purpose of the organisation’s OFR Mind Matters initiative is to promote awareness and educate colleagues about mental health to reduce the stigma and drive a supportive and healthy work environment. It aims to provide representation throughout the company to discuss, agree and manage ideas and initiatives. All representatives are trained Mental Health First Aiders.
OFR Consultants has always been an agile team and flexible in delivery. The team all got together for a few days at Rookery Hall for an away day. The organisation believes that while it is a team that can deliver remotely, the bonds formed when everyone meets together, are what make that possible.
OFR Consultant have further developed its Better Days programme, encouraging colleagues to volunteer their skills for charitable causes and give back to their communities. By providing each staff member with two days paid leave, this initiative promotes involvement and engages the team to undertake pro-bono work on a project close to their heart.
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Not For Profit Body's

NCC

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NCC's commitment to personal growth is evident in initiatives like the Composites Conversion course. This programme provides non-composites engineers with intensive training, offering a unique opportunity to expand their skill set and grow professionally.
NCC's values the role of managers in employee development. This is demonstrated through its provision of mentoring and coaching programmes, which help ensure that employees feel supported, trusted and valued by their immediate supervisors.
NCC's participation in the SusWind project demonstrates its commitment to giving back to society. This initiative aims to discover and demonstrate viable ways to recycle composite wind turbine blades, reflecting the organisation's dedication to environmental sustainability.
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Marketing & Media Agencies

ROAST

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TIPi Group's TIPi Academy is a testament to their commitment to personal growth, offering training to individuals keen on entering the digital marketing industry. Employees also benefit from external mentoring opportunities and management coaching.
TIPi Group's fair treatment of employees is evident in the monthly MVP recognitions and anniversary bonuses regardless of length of service or position. These rewards are announced in monthly company meetings, adding to the sense of fair treatment.
TIPi Group's CSR Committee ensures the organisation gives back to society. Through initiatives like volunteering at a soup kitchen and encouraging individual fundraising, the company shows its commitment to societal contribution.
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Financial Services

Cifas

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Cifas promotes a vibrant team culture through regular "huddles," cross-team networking meetings, and Collaboration Days, ensuring team spirit, fun, and a strong sense of belonging among colleagues.
Cifas prioritises wellbeing with initiatives like a weekly wellbeing hour, Wellbeing Cultural Champions, and a Self-Help Directory, ensuring employees maintain a healthy work-life balance and receive support for mental and physical health.
Cifas actively engages in social responsibility, partnering with organisations like Be OnHand and supporting charities such as RSPCA, Barnardo's, and Mind. These efforts encourage employees to contribute to society, enhancing their sense of purpose beyond organisational goals.
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Business Services

Certsure LLP

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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.
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.
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.
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AllClear Travel Insurance

The company's learning-management system incorporates gamified, app-based learning, which allows staff to learn at home and at work. A video-learning library offers short courses covering a wide variety of skills and knowledge. Two coaching programmes drive performance and the company has a catalogue of personal-effectiveness training courses.
A people-manager matrix or leadership-competency matrix is used by managers to evaluate their competencies and behaviours. A selection of courses covering e-learning, video learning and instructor-led training is available throughout the year, allowing managers to develop new skills and refine existing ones.
A team of 15 participated in the RideLondon-Essex 100 cycle event and raised more than £7,000 for Diabetes UK. The company is running small events, such as bake sales, and plans to reintroduce larger charity events towards the end of the year, supporting mental health and breast cancer charities and Children in Need.
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