The firm provides structured development, full study packages, apprenticeships and monthly one-to-one reviews that keep progression and well-being at the centre of employee experience.

SGD also offers a variety of benefits to its team, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, hybrid working, full sick pay, holiday purchasing, long-service recognition and salary-sacrifice pensions topped up with employer NI savings.

These benefits have contributed to the firm’s exceptional retention rate, with one third of the team having been with SGD for more than 10 years and another third for more than five.

The firm is known for its collaborative and supportive culture, hosting regular socials and getting stuck in with charity initiatives. SGD also prioritises having leaders who remain visible and approachable.

Paul Spencer, Director at SGD, said, “We had an incredible time at the awards and loved celebrating alongside so many brilliant businesses.

“Being shortlisted alongside six other outstanding nominees was an honour in itself, so receiving a Highly Commended recognition from the judges is something we’re extremely proud of.

“The Coventry and Warwickshire area is full of exceptional people and organisations and we’re grateful to play even a small role in helping the region thrive.

“We have always said that strong relationships and a positive culture lead to better outcomes for everyone and this recognition shows our approach is working.

“We’ll take this commendation as motivation to keep improving our people-first mentality, aiming to take home the win next year.”

The commendation adds to a growing list of achievements for the firm and reinforces its reputation as a business that values its people.

To learn more about the services SGD provide from its office in Coventry, visit www.sgduk.com.