Simpson Associates named a UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™! 

The 2026 UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ was launched this morning by Great Place To Work® UK, recognising Simpson Associates as 59th among the medium category among the 100 ranked organisations.

This recognition reinforces Simpson Associates’ commitment to a workplace where people can do their best work without sacrificing their wellbeing. From flexible working to a supportive culture, everything is designed with people’s success and wellbeing in mind.

This is underpinned by a comprehensive and adaptable benefits offering, designed to support mental, physical and financial wellbeing. Employees have access to flexible working, wellbeing support and tailored benefits that grow with them through different life stages, ensuring the support feels meaningful, not one-size-fits-all. 

The UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ rankings include organisations who have succeeded in helping their employees to experience high levels of wellbeing in their workplace. To compile the prestigious list, Great Place To Work culture experts analysed thousands of employee surveys, assessing their holistic experiences of wellbeing at work through fundamental facets of employee wellbeing, including: work-life balance, sense of fulfilment, job satisfaction, and financial security. Evaluations also included an assessment of how well the organisation was able to deliver consistency of their employee experience across all departments and seniority levels. 

At Simpson Associates, this commitment is reflected in employee feedback. 98% of employees say they are made to feel welcome when they join, and 86% say it’s a great place to work, compared to a UK average of 54%. 

Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work UK says: “Creating a culture of wellbeing requires deliberate leadership, strong values and consistent action that puts people first. The UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ List recognises organisations that take a genuinely holistic approach to supporting their people, across mental, physical and financial health, as well as fostering a strong sense of belonging. 

To be recognised on this list is a clear signal that wellbeing is not treated as a peripheral initiative, but as a fundamental part of organisational culture. Congratulations to Simpson Associates on this achievement and for setting a leading example for workplaces across the UK.”

Anna Edmondson, Chief People Officer at Simpson Associates says: 

“Wellbeing isn’t something we’ve tried to ‘implement’ – it’s grown out of the way our people work together. We aim to remove barriers where we can, keep things realistic, and create an environment where people feel able to be open, ask for help, and do their job well without adding unnecessary pressure where possible. 

This recognition reflects that culture. It’s been shaped by the team over time – people looking out for each other, being pragmatic, and making sure support is there when it’s needed, not just when it’s planned.” 

About Simpson Associates 

Simpson Associates are a people-first data transformation partner with over three decades of experience, serving purpose-led organisations from within the public and private sectors to harness data as a lever for change.  

Providing a range of data solutions – from advisory data services and robust data governance set-ups to ethical AI adoption, data engineering offerings and migration support – Simpson Associates are trusted advisors that understand the importance of collaborative long-term partnerships. At the heart of those successful client partnerships is the Simpson Associates team.   

Their award-winning expertise is highlighted by their status as a Microsoft Solutions Partner, Fabric Featured Partner and winner of the Microsoft Community Response Partner of the Year 2024/25. They hold multiple Specialisations in AI Platform on Microsoft Azure, Build AI Apps on Microsoft Azure, Analytics on Microsoft Azure, Data Warehouse Migration to Microsoft Azure and Migrate Enterprise Applications to Microsoft Azure, as well as holding Solutions Partner designations in Data & AI (Azure); Digital & App Innovation (Azure); Infrastructure (Azure) and Security. In addition to this, they are a trusted Databricks Partner and an IBM Gold Partner.  

About Great Place To Work®  

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, helping organisations to create exceptional, high-performing workplaces where employees feel trusted and valued. The UK’s Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ enables these outstanding organisations to celebrate their achievements, build their employer brand, and inspire others to take action. For more information, visit www.greatplacetowork.co.uk.