Interestingly, tech companies continued to offer high levels of satisfaction despite recent layoffs throughout the sector. Microsoft, Apple, Alphabet (the owner of Google) and Meta Platforms (formerly known as Facebook) took the top four spots<\/strong> and had the highest marks in employee rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TIME<\/em> suggests that this success is bolstered by the fact that the tech giants have managed to remain extremely profitable while also committing to important principles and values, like lowering emissions or appointing more women to their boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So, what UK companies were ranked as best to work for according to Statista and TIME<\/em>? Many of them operate in energy or pharmaceuticals. Global impact aside, these companies ask us to consider what we mean by \u2018social impact\u2019 and our responsibilities, not only within our organisations but externally. Here are the top UK companies to work for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first UK company to appear on the list was BP at number 26. The integrated energy company demonstrated a very high growth rate and services over 70 countries while headquartered in London. BP claims to offer an inclusive workplace with world-class training, flexibility and a robust rewards<\/strong> and benefits package<\/strong>, as well as the kind of career development opportunities<\/strong> a global company is well-placed to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next on the list was Shell at number 29. Also headquartered in London, the oil and gas company aims to cultivate a \u2018learner mindset\u2019<\/strong> environment for its employees. Shell believes that this helps unlock the potential of each member of staff, creating a supportive, high-performance environment<\/strong> based on openness, curiosity and growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At number 36, we have Deloitte. The leading professional services firm is based in London and has a global network spanning 150 countries and territories. Deloitte says it has a strong focus on career development<\/strong> and aims to support individuals to become the \u2018best you can be\u2019 in a competitive and rewarding environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lloyds came in at number 60 and while its growth rate was lower than the top three, it did rank well for employee satisfaction and sustainability<\/strong>. The banking group aims to offer a friendly, inclusive environment with great benefits and rewards<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The retail company comes in at number 76, which is impressive as the retail sector was globally less represented than others such as energy or tech. Next says it wants to make its company a safe place for everyone<\/strong>, with a culture that helps employees maintain positive mental wellbeing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At 98 on the list was AstraZeneca, a global company with a strong UK presence which scored particularly highly on sustainability<\/strong>. The multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company has its headquarters in Cambridge and focuses on creating a vibrant, high-performing culture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Key Factors \ud83d\udc49 Employee wellbeing, career development, rewards packages and sustainability \ud83c\udf31<\/p>\n\n\n\n Earning a spot on a list of the best companies to work for can have a massive impact when it comes to your business. A ranking can up your reputation and therefore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n While competition may be fierce when it comes to global round-ups like the one carried out by Statista and TIME<\/em>, there are local opportunities that may be more achievable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Glassdoor\u2019s annual roundup to the Great Place to Work<\/a> initiative or The Sunday Times<\/em> report, there are many options to pursue. And what\u2019s really worth bearing in mind is how weighted these charts are towards employee experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, The Sunday Times<\/em> list is chosen solely via the results of employee surveys which include questions on a range of topics, from reward and recognition to empowerment and wellbeing. While Statista and TIME<\/em> included other factors too, employee-satisfaction surveys were also key to their calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s nothing better than knowing that your company is the kind that attracts great people and top talent, but what exactly can you do about it? There are a few high-performing factors \u2013 all of which we can see reflected in the criteria for \u2018best place to work\u2019 studies and in employee reviews. The big ones include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s not only about attracting new staff, according to Gallup\u2019s State of the Global<\/a> Workplace Report<\/a>, businesses actively engaging their employees will see an 18% decrease in staff turnover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Satisfaction and morale are closely tied to how employees feel supported, respected and seen by their managers and leaders. Flexible working conditions and the ability to maintain a good work-life balance are also essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, online storage company Dropbox, has a healthy average score of 4.7 for work-life balance on Glassdoor, with employees describing it as \u2018a very empathetic work-life balance\u2019, \u2018the culture supports work-life balance and the importance of family\u2019, and that \u2018managers are invested in your work-life balance\u2019. Find out more in our complete guide to employee morale, which includes information on causes, effects and remedies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019re looking for the best way to engage your employees, look no further than your culture. It is a massive asset when it comes to creating the kind of workplace environment that your employees love. Whether you\u2019re encouraging a culture of fun or performance is at the heart of your goals, your culture is something that must be carefully managed and maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s natural for cultures to change over time. You wouldn\u2019t expect a start-up and a long-established business to have the same atmosphere. But you do want to make sure that you\u2019re able to hold on to your values even if it\u2019s time for your organisational culture to change<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To help develop and maintain that culture, there are few things as effective as a good rewards and recognition scheme. As we can see from the Statista and TIME report, employee satisfaction is about much more than just financial reward. That\u2019s why Mo makes it easy for busy managers to meaningfully recognise, engage and connect with their teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We equip managers with weekly suggestions to energise and connect with their people, help teams build habits of recognition into their day-to-day rhythms and go beyond simple rewards as a way to motivate staff. Discover how keying into your employee\u2019s everyday experiences can boost satisfaction and morale overall today.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTop Companies: Leveraging Employee Desires<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Top UK Companies for Employee Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
No. 26 \u2013 BP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. 29 \u2013 Shell<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. 36 \u2013 Deloitte<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. 60 \u2013 Lloyds Banking Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. 76 \u2013 Next<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
No. 98 \u2013 AstraZeneca<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Why strive to be a \u2018best place to work\u2019?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How to Build a Positive Work Culture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The interplay of employee satisfaction and morale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Recognition, rewards and the kind of perks that matter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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