Schofield Sweeney retains its place in Sunday Times Best Places to Work List

Leading commercial law firm Schofield Sweeney has been named in the official Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for the third year running.

The nationwide workplace survey recognises and celebrates the UK’s top employers, showcasing organisations that are leading the way in employee engagement, workplace culture and overall employee experience.

The law firm was once again recognised for having consistently high levels of employee experience and wellbeing, and a high overall engagement score. It is one of only two Bradford businesses to receive the accolade this year.

This year’s Best Places to Work features a total of 567 organisations across a range of industries, and highlights the best workplaces for women, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled employees, ethnic minorities, younger and older workers, and those where staff enjoy the highest rates of wellbeing.

Naming Schofield Sweeney as one of just 218 Best Medium-Sized Place to Work, the Sunday Times said: “With its headquarters in Bradford, this full-service legal firm believes it is about more than the law for its 175 employees. To ensure their wellbeing, there are mental health first aiders, suicide prevention champions, healthy snacks, posture workshops and massages, plus the chance to join football, netball and softball teams. Financial perks range from an annual bonus scheme to staff discounts on wills and conveyancing, while team-building activities include camping trips and Bake-Off”.

Zoe Thomas, editor of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, said: “In an evolving world of work Britain’s leading employers are helping staff forge careers that count today – and in the future. In turn, the Best Places to Work have the resilience to weather the current economic storms baked in, thanks to engaged workers who go above and beyond with a smile.

“Our winning employers span sizes and sectors – from tiny charities and specialist law firms, to multinational fast-food chains and utility giants, and everywhere in between. The thread joining them is the belief that a happy workforce is a stepping stone to better performance, faster growth, and bigger profits. More than that, there’s a collective instinct that a contented rank-and-file is a worthwhile business goal in and of itself.”

Graham Sweeney, managing partner said: “We’re proud of our strong reputation as a firm that people want to work with and work for. We try hard to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and recognised and so to be recognised by the Sunday Times for the third year in a row is a huge achievement. Our More Than Law offering, which brings together wellbeing, charity, environmental, EDI and social activities, plays a key role in building a positive and supportive culture for our team.”

Lord Mark Price, founder of WorkL, comments: “I’m absolutely delighted for this year's winners of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work, powered by WorkL. Many brilliant companies entered the Awards in the hopes of being recognised, so it’s a real achievement to have made the list. WorkL are proud to power these Awards and support organisations in retaining and recruiting the very best employees.”