City employer named as one of the nation’s finest
A Bath-based renewable energy supplier has made the Sunday Times top 100 companies list as best workplace in the South West.
Pure Planet has triumphed in the small business category of The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies To Work For 2020.
Judges praised Pure Planet’s approachable leadership, focus on staff wellbeing and emphasis on helping to improve the local community. Co-founders have hailed the Bath community for its “wonderful pool of creative, talented individuals” which sets Pure Planet apart.
Pure Planet finished second overall but was the highest ranked in the region and also the top ranked energy supplier in the UK.
Judges praised Pure Planet’s three founders - Andrew Ralston Chris Alliott, and Steven Day - for their approachability around the office and habit of working closely with various teams. Pure Planet was also recognised for its industry-leading employment practices, which includes training two mental health first aiders who are available to discuss any issue with staff. Another area where it won recognition was for having a positive impact on the community.
Co-founders Andrew, Chris and Steven, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to be named one of the Best Companies to Work For by the Sunday Times. This award reinforces the fact that we have an amazing team at Pure Planet and so many of my colleagues put in a phenomenal effort to keep us moving forward.
“Working culture is incredibly important to us and we are so pleased this has been recognised. We take pride in everything we have achieved and continue to achieve as a team. From the green commute to enhanced parental leave to physical and mental health first aiders, we constantly challenge ourselves to be the best employer we can. We’re also extremely proud to be a Bath-based business. As well as being a beautiful place to live and work we’ve found the area has a wonderful pool of creative, talented individuals and innovative tech companies who help drive our growth.”