Engagement score

Latest BCI Score

740

Quick facts

What we do:
Provider of online investment platforms and stockbroker services.
Year established:
1995
Website:
http://www.ajbell.co.uk
Contact
- AJ Bell , 4 Exchange Quay , Salford Quays , Manchester, M5 3EE

About AJ Bell

AJ Bell are one of the UK’s largest providers of online investment platforms and stockbroker services.

Operating out of its headquarters in Manchester, the company aims to provide award-winning investment products, backed up with excellent service and online functionality at a low cost.

With more than £39.8 billion in assets under its management as of 2018, AJ Bell strive to follow the following core values: to continually make sure their products and services are among the best available; to use as little industry jargon as possible; and to put their customers’ best interests at heart - always.

The company also puts significant effort into ensuring its 700+ staff are as happy and engaged as possible, through recognition schemes, Q&As with senior management, environmental and charitable initiatives, and much more.

AJ Bell were formed in 1995 and are led by Chief Executive Andy Bell.

What is it like to work for AJ Bell

My Manager

89% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

New and existing managers receive one-to-one coaching, in addition to adhoc training sessions covering subjects such as engagement, performance reviews and difficult conversations. The company also runs a successful mentoring programme for managers.

89% of staff agreed:

I feel that my manager talks openly and honestly with me

Wellbeing

80% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

In the heart of the company’s new Manchester headquarters is the AJ Bell Gym, dedicated to the health and wellbeing of staff, complete with personal trainers on hand and top-of-the-range facilities. Employees in other offices don’t miss out, though - they get free memberships to their local gyms.

80% of staff disagreed:

My health is suffering because of my work

My Team

92% of staff agreed:

My team is fun to work with

On the last Friday of every month payday drinks are held in their offices, where a free bar is provided so that staff can unwind after work and meet colleagues from teams across the business.

92% of staff agreed:

My team is fun to work with

Learn more about the 8 factors of workplace engagement here

Benefits:

Gym

companies offering either free gym/ sports facilities or offering subsidised gym membership for all employees
Maternity

At least 10 weeks’ full pay or generous alternative