10 of Britain's best employers have been revealed from a list of thousands of firms in the UK - here are the results
12:54, 05 Dec 2018Updated 12:56, 05 Dec 2018
The latest line up of the country's best firms to work for is out(Image: Getty)
Anglian Water has been rated Britain's best place to work in a new poll on job satisfaction, pay and career progression.
Jobs site Glassdoor drew up a table of the best firms to join in 2019, following anonymous feedback from staff who work - or have previously been employed - by one of the 830,000 companies listed on the site.
The winners all offered flexible working, a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and investment in training.
Employees said of Anglian: "The workforce is clearly proud, passionate and really cares about the work they do, which results in a really positive culture and working environment.
"A company truly dedicated to putting customers at the heart of everything it does, with a strong focus on employee engagement."
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Anglian Water has been named one of the most satisfied places to work(Image: )
Other firms praised by its staff included management consultants Bain & Company, said to have a "fantastic culture", XPO Logistics, where "everyone helps each other to achieve success", and social enterprise firm Bromford, where "opinions matter".
Andrew Chamberlain, of Glassdoor, said: "In today's tight labour market, jobseekers are in the driver's seat when it comes to deciding where to work and they want to know the inner workings of a company before accepting a new job.
"For employers, we know that a satisfied and engaged workforce helps drive financial performance.
"Glassdoor best places to work winners are strategically investing in company culture, career growth opportunities and more, which also serves as a major recruiting advantage."
Google, Ikea, InterContinental Hotels, Shell, O2, the BBC, Wagamama and Apple were also named in a list of the 50 best places to work.
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1. Anglian Water
Company Rating: 4.5
"The workforce is clearly proud, passionate and really cares about the work they do, which results in a really positive culture and working environment.” — Anglian Water Asset Delivery Manager (Lincoln, England UK).
2. Bain & Company
Company Rating: 4.5
“Fantastic culture, smart, motivated, inspirational people who genuinely care about each other and their clients.” — Bain & Company Manager (London, England UK).
3. XPO Logistics
Company Rating: 4.5
“Everyone helps each other to achieve success. The work atmosphere is relaxed but everyone is required to accomplish the high standards we provide.” — XPO Logistics WMS Implementation Manager (Doncaster, England UK).
4. Bromford
Company Rating: 4.5
“Great colleagues, flexible working, excellent training, innovative and your opinions matter.” — Bromford Neighbourhood Coach (Cirencester, England UK)
5. Salesforce
Company Rating: 4.4
“Great to work in an exciting and fast paced environment. Teams are full of talented individuals and the company supports your career aspirations and development.” — Salesforce Marketing (London, England UK)
6. Sky Betting & Gaming
Company Rating: 4.4
“Vibrant, exciting, fast-paced. A place to think big and really achieve things you couldn't in other businesses.” — Sky Betting & Gaming Communications Manager (Leeds, England UK).
7. Hiscox
Company Rating: 4.4
“The workplace is friendly and communications is open, technology is available to allow a fantastic work/home balance, with facilities to work from home.” — Hiscox Business Analyst (London, England UK).
8. SAP
Company Rating: 4.4
“Culture, innovations, self development, career opportunities, brand, benefits, salary, SAP really takes good care of its employees.” — SAP Premium Engagements (London, England UK).
9. Taylor Wimpey
Company Rating: 4.4
“Fantastic environment, great culture, support, training opportunities, business direction and strategic approach to the industry” — Taylor Wimpey Sales Director (London, England UK).
10. Royal London
Company Rating: 4.4
“Very people focused and encourages development and opportunities. Flexible working is offered and the working environment is great.” — Royal London Complaints Officer (Bath, England UK).