Advice Cloud Recognised as One of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025

Advice Cloud, a Brighton and Hove-based SME, has officially been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.

Ranked 38th on this year’s list, Advice Cloud has been acknowledged for making employee development a core part of its company culture — ensuring that each individual has the support, resources, and autonomy to thrive professionally.

Championing Personal and Professional Growth

The UK’s Best Workplaces for Development List celebrates organisations that go beyond traditional training models by embedding growth into the everyday employee experience. To be included, companies must demonstrate that they empower employees to tailor their own paths of learning and development, rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach.

This year’s recognition reflects Advice Cloud’s commitment to building a workplace where people are supported to grow and trusted to lead with purpose.

Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work® UK, commented:

“Training and development aren’t just about helping employees perform their day-to-day tasks – it’s about demonstrating that people are valued and that there’s a clear path for growth and inclusion. When employees can’t see opportunities ahead, they’re less likely to be fully engaged, which can harm both productivity and retention. Development is all about looking forward – it shows a commitment to an employee’s long-term potential. It helps individuals feel appreciated and plays a vital role in shaping a strong company culture.”

Advice Cloud’s Development-First Approach

Over the last two years, Advice Cloud has introduced several initiatives to foster continuous learning and development, including:

• Bid writing training for the entire team
• APMP certification for three employees
• The successful implementation of a permanent 4-day working week

Development at Advice Cloud is not limited to formal training sessions. It is integrated into daily conversations, team challenges, and shared decision-making. Employees are encouraged to shape their own roles and align their work with the company’s long-term mission to create positive social and environmental impact.

A Culture of Autonomy, Purpose, and Recognition

Advice Cloud adopts elements of the “Teal” organisational model, focusing on distributed leadership, purpose-driven work, and continuous self-management. This structure has helped establish a workplace where individuals feel valued and empowered.

Feedback from the Great Place To Work® Trust Index™ survey speaks volumes:

•  100% of employees agree they are offered training and development opportunities
•  100% feel included in decisions that affect their roles
•  100% say the company offers unique and meaningful benefits

Chris Farthing, CEO and Founder of Advice Cloud, reflected on the achievement:

“Development doesn’t just happen in training sessions – it’s in everyday conversations, challenges, and the trust we place in each other as a team. I’m proud of the culture we’ve built here, and this recognition reflects the intention we put behind it.”

Ella Grant, Managing Director, added:

“This recognition reflects our commitment to learning and growth, both inside and outside of work. It highlights the dedication of our team to taking on new challenges, building a diverse set of skills that drive our purpose, and diving into side projects that make a meaningful impact on the business.”

Recognised for Excellence

To determine the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development, Great Place To Work® evaluates each organisation’s culture, leadership, and development offerings, alongside anonymous employee feedback. Only the companies that score highest in alignment between leadership intent and lived employee experience earn a spot on the list.

Being named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 is a proud milestone for Advice Cloud — and a clear reflection of its unwavering commitment to people, purpose, and growth.

·