West Sussex County Times

Training provider scoops gong at business awards

- Matt Pole matt.pole@nationalwo­rld.com

A Horsham training provider has been celebrated for its outstandin­g commitment to flexible working practices.

At the 2024 Gatwick Diamond Business Awards, Roffey Park Institute, a global leader in creating healthy and sustainabl­e organisati­ons through consultanc­y, business education and organisati­onal developmen­t, received the Best Flexible Working Practice award.

This recognitio­n underscore­s Roffey Park's comprehens­ive implementa­tion of flexible working strategies and their transforma­tive impact on organisati­onal culture.

This year's winner exemplifie­s best practices in flexible working with its annualised hours policy, empowering individual­s to manage how and when they work, fostering trust and accountabi­lity, and serving as an attractive recruitmen­t tool.

Embraced and championed by the entire team, from the chief executive to HR, sales, and maintenanc­e staff, everyone speaks highly of the flexible work environmen­t and the positive culture it fosters, demonstrat­ing the transforma­tive impact of embracing flexible working practices and setting a standard for excellence in the modern workplace.

At the core of Roffey Park's mission is the belief in developing mindsets and skill sets

that enhance the welfare of individual­s, teams, and organisati­ons.

Through innovative programmes and high-impact learning experience­s, Roffey

Park empowers profession­als to thrive in dynamic work environmen­ts.

Dr Arlene Egan, chief executive of Roffey Park Institute, said: "Receiving the Best Flexible Working Practice award is a testament to our dedication to creating environmen­ts where individual­s can flourish.

"We are proud to champion flexible working practices that prioritise the well-being and productivi­ty of our workforce."

Roffey Park Institute supports organisati­ons in creating flexible working environmen­ts. Particular­ly over the last couple of years, the modern workplace has shifted as organisati­ons have embraced flexible working arrangemen­ts. This shift is fuelled by a deepening understand­ing of the benefits this offers employers and employees.

 ?? ?? Staff from Roffey Park Institute
Staff from Roffey Park Institute

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