Marvin OnumonuAmazon UK Services, Whitbread and ABB UK were among the organisations named as 2026 Top Employers in the UK.
Nearly 2,500 organisations across 131 countries and regions received certification from Top Employers Institute, recognising their approach to people practices at country, regional, global and enterprise levels.
Adrian Seligman, CEO at Top Employers Institute, said: “Achieving Top Employer status in 2026 is an extraordinary accomplishment that reflects excellence in individual countries, and crucially, sustained people practices across regions and worldwide.
“This achievement places these organisations among a select group of employers setting the international benchmark for people strategy.
“We are incredibly proud to continue our partnership with them as they inspire excellence across the global HR community.”
100 organisations in the UK were certified, covering sectors including manufacturing, retail, engineering, pharmaceuticals and logistics.
The 100 certified organisations in the UK included: Amazon UK Services, Whitbread, ADM, Anglo American, BAT UK, Ingredion UK, BrewDog, East Midlands Railway, Infosys, BSH Home Appliances, CHEP UK, pladis UK, Molson Coors Beverage Company, Philip Morris, Chiesi, DHL eCommerce UK, Lidl GB, Beko Europe UK, CAF, BD, Fresenius Kabi United Kingdom, Bostik, INDITEX, EDP Renewables UK, Vodafone, Stellantis Financial Services UK, Merz Aesthetics UK, NTTDATA Business Solutions UK, ScottishPower, Boehringer Ingelheim, Verisure, Dana United Kingdom, Weightmans, STADA UK, Rhenus Logistics, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Tata Consultancy Services, Refeyn, Egis UK, Schindler UK and Ireland, Puma UK, Mondelēz International, WPP Media, Lidl Northern Ireland, Pure Gym UK, Eli Lilly & Company UK, STMicroelectronics United Kingdom, Alcon Eyecare UK and IVC Evidensia UK.
Alexion UK AstraZeneca Rare Disease, PMI, Amadeus IT Services UK, Sulzer, Bentley Motors, Berkley Care, IG Group, Capital.com, DHL Cross-Border Solutions UK, Saint-Gobain, Meliá Hotels International, Equiniti, thyssenkrupp Materials UK, Apollo Tyres UK Holdings, Securitas Security Services UK, Red Carnation Hotels UK, Salutem Care & Education, Ageas UK, NHS Professionals, Equans UK, RHP Group, NFU Mutual, ABB, Virtusa UK, Pfizer UK and Tronox were also certified.
Other organisations included ScotRail, Bosch, International SOS, Primark, PRS for Music, McLaren Racing, Servier UK, Konica Minolta Business Solutions UK, Sacker & Partners, J D Wetherspoon, Vistry Group, G4S Secure Solutions UK, MAN Truck & Bus UK, Travis Perkins, BMW Financial Services, BMW UK, CDL, Lavazza UK&I, Mitie, UST, Charles River, Foster + Partners, MSD and IAG Cargo.
REACTION:
Malgorzata Moussa, country holding officer for the UK and Ireland at ABB UK:
“This sixth consecutive Top Employer certification is more than a recognition — it’s a reflection of who we are at ABB UK.
“The award reflects the integrity of our people practices, the strength of collaboration across our company, and our continued commitment to investing in our people.
“By fostering an inclusive culture and high employee engagement, we are creating an environment where our colleagues—and future talent—can thrive and grow.”
Kathryn Dolan, chief people officer at Mitie:
“We are proud to be recognised as a UK Top Employer for the eighth-year running, highlighting our commitment to creating a workplace where our 84,000 colleagues can truly thrive.
“This follows another year of Mitie putting its people first to deliver fair, inclusive and equal business practices.”
Dr Karen Lange, member of the board for people & culture at Bentley Motors:
“For more than a century, Bentley’s success has been built on the strength and spirit of our people and alongside this, we are committed to offering an inclusive and high performance workplace so we can attract and retain top talent.
“Through continuous learning and development, we provide our colleagues with the tools and opportunities to grow, take care of their wellbeing, and foster career longevity.
“Being recognised again is a tribute to the resilience our colleagues show every day adapting with purpose, supporting one another and keeping our standards exceptional, no matter the challenge.”
