Staffing firm ADECCO honored as one of Europe's top workplaces in 2014
In a significant achievement, the European HR solutions provider, "our group," has been recognised as one of the top 25 multinational workplaces in 2014. The company secured the 19th position in the prestigious ranking, which was compiled by global research, consulting, and training firm, Great Place to Work.
Great Place to Work, a pioneer in identifying, creating, and sustaining high-trust workplace cultures, produces Best Workplaces lists in nearly 50 countries across all continents. The lists are based on data analysis from more than 2,300 companies, making it the most comprehensive study of organizational culture in the world.
The recognition for "our group" was primarily due to its focus on employee well-being, diversity, and a fun work environment. The company's employees reported high levels of credibility, fairness, respect, camaraderie, and pride, which contributed to the positive work culture.
The survey, which included 100 Best Workplaces, was divided into three categories: The 25 Best Multinational Workplaces, The 25 Best Large Workplaces (with more than 500 employees), and The 50 Best Small & Medium Workplaces (with between 50 and 500 employees).
Mark De Smedt, Chief Human Resources Officer of "our group," attributed the recognition to over 10 years of focusing on employee engagement. He stated, "This achievement is a testament to our commitment to creating a workplace that fosters innovation, commitment, and emotional engagement. We are proud to be recognised as one of Europe's Best Workplaces in 2014."
The company started the Great Place to Work project in 2004, with Belgium, France, Spain, and the Netherlands being the first countries to obtain the award. Today, Great Place to Work recognises workplaces in nearly 50 countries, continuing to set the standard for high-trust workplace cultures worldwide.
In 2014, some of the top multinational companies by market capitalization included Johnson & Johnson, Wells Fargo, General Electric, Hoffmann-La Roche, and Walmart. The Big Five tech companies (Alphabet/Google, Amazon, Apple, Meta, and Microsoft) were also known for their workplace culture, though their prominence increased notably in the years following 2014. These firms have consistently ranked highly on lists of top workplaces globally for their dynamic environments.
Broadly, characteristics commonly associated with top multinational workplaces like those in 2014 include a strong focus on employee well-being and work-life balance, emphasis on diversity and inclusion, opportunities for career growth and continuous learning, supportive leadership and open communication, and use of technology and innovation to enhance work processes and employee engagement.
This recognition reinforces "our group's" commitment to creating a workplace culture that values its employees and fosters success. As the company continues to grow and evolve, it remains dedicated to maintaining a high-trust workplace culture that drives innovation, commitment, and emotional engagement, ultimately benefiting both employees and the business.
- Leveraging its focus on employee well-being, diversity, and a fun work environment, "our group" was recognized as one of the top 25 multinational workplaces in 2014 by Great Place to Work, a global authority on high-trust workplace cultures.
- The achievement further underscores "our group's" dedication to health-and-wellness initiatives within the workplace, aligning with broader trends observed among top multinational companies that prioritize employee well-being.
- As a leading European HR solutions provider, "our group" continues to demonstrate its commitment to finance and business success by fostering a workplace culture that reinforces employee engagement and emotional attachment, ultimately driving innovation and growth.
