Specsavers named as one of the best places to work in the world

Wednesday 20 November 2024

Specsavers has been ranked 16th in the Fortune World’s 25 Best Workplaces in 2024, claiming the highest ranking for both a UK and a retail business.

Fortune Magazine and Great Place to Work selected the optical and audiology business from organisations that took part in the Great Place to Work’s employee survey process, with 7.4 million responses received, representing 20 million employees worldwide.

Specsavers CEO John Perkins said: “This is an incredible achievement, and it is a credit to all our colleagues and partners who work hard to make Specsavers such a great place to work. I could not be prouder. Our ranking among so many other brilliant organisations on this list continues to drive our ambition in making life at Specsavers truly special.”

To be considered for the list, companies must be identified as outstanding global employers with recognition on at least five Best Workplaceslists from across the world during 2023 or early 2024.

Colleagues said the opportunities offered to develop and grow as well as the culture and level of care for employees were the main reasons for rating the business so highly.

This year Specsavers was ranked  eighth in the European list and 23rd in the top 50 Best Workplacesin the UK. Overall, it has been certified as a Great Place to Work in 12 countries and was recently ranked in first place in Denmark.

Organisations are assessed on their efforts to create great workplaces and positively impact people and communities across multiple countries around the world. Companies must demonstrate how they support employees with personalised services and meet their needs.