The awards celebrate achievements across nine industry categories, with winners determined through a rigorous assessment process. This process includes an academically grounded and human-centred framework that evaluates workplace culture, policies, employee experience, and best practices.
Independent agency Equality Media + Marketing was recognised as the best media and marketing workplace, marking it's third time on the list.
"When you put people first, everything else falls into place. Creativity soars, trust deepens and the work gets better," said founder and managing director Marilla Akkermans.
"We've always believed that small, independent agencies don't have to play small," said strategy director Leah Cioccio. "Being recognised alongsidee national and global organisations shows that values-led business is not only viable - it's powerful."