London, UK – April 26, 2023 – Egress has been recognized as one of the 2023 UK’s Best Workplaces™ today by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, ranking 50th in the Large category. This marks the second year that Egress has been listed on the UK’s Best Workplaces and solidifies its place as one of the top employers in the country.
Key highlights from the survey include:
- Employees surveyed felt they are treated fairly regardless of their race or ethnic origin (94%), age (93%), sexual orientation (98%), or gender (93%)
- 92% reported feeling they could take time off work when they felt it necessary
- 94% said that when you join the organization, you are made to feel welcome
- 87% believe people care about each other
- 86% feel that they can be themselves at work
- 79% look forward to coming to work at Egress
- 84% said that taking everything into account, they would say Egress is a great place to work
This recognition is based entirely on anonymous employee feedback compiled by Great Place to Work®. The survey asked employees to comment on how their company supports their work-life balance, sense of fulfilment, job satisfaction, psychological safety, and financial security. Evaluations also included an assessment of how well the organization was able to deliver consistency of employee experience across all departments and seniority levels.
Egress is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace environment for every team member. As a listening organization, various formal and informal channels are provided to gather feedback and empower its employees, such as pulse surveys, focus groups, and anonymous Q&As. The ethos of inclusion and attentive listening is reflected in the fact that 87% of employees believe that their colleagues genuinely care about each other and 94% felt welcome when joining. Moreover, Egress maintains a strong commitment to treating all employees fairly and equitably, regardless of their race, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, or age. As a result, 86% of employees feel comfortable being themselves at work.
Several initiatives were introduced last year to encourage employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance, such as flexible working and paid time back, increased holiday entitlement, and an enhanced maternity package. Egress also launched eFlex, a scheme that enables employees to flexibly take up to 15 additional days of paid leave throughout the year. Consequently, 92% of Egress employees reported feeling they could take time off work when they felt it necessary.
In 2022, the company also took the opportunity to review and reinvigorate their values, creating a set that reflects the beliefs of their founders and resonates with their employees. To ensure these core values are regularly discussed, Egress has introduced an OnPoint values recognition platform, rewarding employees for living these values. Finally, Culture Club, a volunteer group made up of passionate employees, organizes events and socials to promote diversity, inclusion, and psychological safety.
"At Egress, being recognized as one of the top 100 Best places to work in the UK is more than just an accolade; it's a reflection of the positive culture we've built. One that values feedback and puts our people first,” comments Laura Probert, Chief People Officer at Egress. “Moving from 88th to 50th in the rankings from last year is also a testament to the importance of listening to and acting on our people’s feedback. At Egress, we believe that staying still is not an option and we must continually strive to exceed expectations. This award affirms our dedication to building an inclusive workplace that prioritizes employee wellbeing and exceptional experiences. We will continue to improve and set new standards for ourselves and the industry.”
“As the global authority on workplace culture, our mission at Great Place to Work® has always been to build a better world by helping organizations become a great place to work for all. We strongly believe in the notion of ‘better for business, better for people, better for the world,” said Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place to Work® UK.
“Best Workplaces™ consistently put people first – not just in terms of looking out for their own employees but also by caring for and supporting their surrounding community and environment. We’re incredibly proud to recognize the very best ‘For All’ organizations committed to equity and unfaltering in ensuring that all employees are empowered to deliver the right strategic solutions to ever-changing business opportunities and challenges.”
