Not sure where to start your job search?

Published on 04/06/2025

Expand your career horizons with some of the UK's top workplaces

If your job search has you feeling stuck or uninspired, it might be time to look beyond the usual names. There are hundreds of amazing UK companies out there creating positive, purpose-led, and people-first cultures; places you might not have heard of, but should consider.

We dove into Great Place To Work’s Best Workplaces report, which surveyed over 250,000 employees from across the UK, and spotlighted 365 organisations for doing things differently. From small to super-large, these companies lead the way in employee wellbeing, purpose, trust, and growth.

You can download your free copy of the report here: 2024 Best Workplaces Report

Great Place To Work is the preeminent authority on workplace culture in the UK, so whether you're a student, a recent grad, or just figuring out what kind of workplace fits you best, this guide will open your eyes to what’s possible and some of the incredible employers of UK Talent.


Our Top Picks

These are our favourite picks of some of the standout UK employers. Learn more and apply to live job openings with Mereo Talent:

DHL Express - Super Large Organisation (1,000+ employees)

  • What they do: One of the largest global logistics and shipping companies in the world.
  • Why it’s a great place to work: Recognition for hard work, tailored professional development, and a culture that proves that big business doesn’t necessarily mean cold and corporate.

Check out our live roles here: DHL Early Careers.

Cisco Systems - Super Large Organisation (1,000+ employees)

  • What they do: Global networking and telecommunication technology
  • Why it’s a great place to work: Flexibility, autonomy, and trust are embedded in the culture, making it a fantastic place to launch your career. Did you know? Cisco has been on the Best Workplaces list for 10 years!

Check out our live roles here: Cisco Early Careers.


Admiral Group - Super Large Organisation (1,000+ employees)

  • What they do: One of the UK’s leading motor insurance and financial product providers.

Why it’s a great place to work: Strong company culture and employee satisfaction - 87% of employees stated it's a great place to work, compared to the UK average of 54%.

Check out our live roles here: Admiral Group Early Careers.


Didn’t get a chance to see the whole list? Check out the top 10s!

Small Organisations: 10 - 50 employees

  1. Sumillion Ltd
  2. Iconic Smiles
  3. Moasure
  4. Hundred Star Games
  5. Live and Learn Consultancy Ltd
  6. Keon Homes
  7. Lilli
  8. Good Humans
  9. BlakYaks
  10. Healthier Business Group

Medium Organisations: 51 - 200 employees

  1. Talos360
  2. Hatmill
  3. Morgan King Group
  4. Mercator Digital
  5. SquaredUp
  6. Aspire Scientific
  7. LACE Partners
  8. K2 Corporate Mobility
  9. Leighton
  10. The Berkeley Partnership

Large Organisations: 201 - 1,000 employees

  1. ServiceNow
  2. NVIDIA
  3. Braze
  4. World Wide Technology
  5. Slalom
  6. Crowdstrike
  7. Ansys UK Ltd
  8. xDesign
  9. Robert Half Ltd
  10. Zscaler

Super Large Organisations: 1,001+ employees

  1. Cisco
  2. Hilton
  3. DHL Express
  4. Home Group Ltd
  5. Softcat Plc
  6. Admiral Group
  7. Baringa
  8. Bristol Myers Squibb
  9. Sopra Steria Ltd
  10. Vodafone Ltd