We’re delighted to share that Academia has once again been officially certified as a Great Place to Work®, marking our fourth consecutive year of receiving this recognition. The achievement comes shortly after being recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ 2026, making it another proud milestone for our business and our people.
While we’re incredibly proud of the achievement itself, what makes it so meaningful is that it comes directly from the people who know Academia best, our colleagues.
Every day, our people bring passion, dedication, expertise and a willingness to support one another. They help create the culture that makes Academia such a special place to work and this recognition is a reflection of the environment we’ve built together.
This year, 78% of colleagues said Academia is a Great Place to Work®, while an impressive 88% took part in the survey. More than 160 comments were shared, providing valuable insights into what people enjoy most about working here, as well as honest feedback on where we can continue to improve.
Those numbers are something we’re proud of, but behind every statistic is a colleague, a perspective and an experience that helps shape who we are as a business.
A message from Mark McCormack, Managing Director
“Achieving Great Place to Work® certification for the fourth consecutive year is something we should all be incredibly proud of. It’s a real reflection of the people across Academia and the culture we’ve built together.
What makes this recognition particularly meaningful is that it comes directly from our colleagues. With 88% taking part in the survey, we’ve received valuable feedback on what we’re doing well and, importantly, where we can improve.
As we enter an exciting new chapter of growth for our Group, maintaining and strengthening our culture will be more important than ever. We want to continue building a business where talented people feel valued, supported and motivated to succeed.
A huge thank you to everyone for their contribution, commitment and honesty. This recognition belongs to all of you, and we certainly won’t be resting on our laurels.”
More than a certification
Whilst we’re delighted to celebrate this milestone, we know that being a great place to work isn’t about a certificate on the wall.
For us, the survey is an opportunity to listen. It helps us understand what’s making a positive difference, where there are opportunities to improve and what matters most to our people.
Over the years, colleague feedback has played an important role in shaping our culture, helping us create an environment where people feel valued, supported and able to do their best work.
This year’s feedback will continue to guide us as we look at how we can make Academia even better for our people in the years ahead.
Also recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ 2026
This year, Academia was also proud to be recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ 2026. The recognition celebrates organisations that are leading the way in creating outstanding workplace experiences within the technology industry.
Being included on the list is a testament to the culture we’ve built together and reinforces our commitment to supporting, developing and investing in our people as we continue to grow.
Turning feedback into action
Now comes the most important part, acting on what we’ve heard.
Over the coming months, we’ll be taking time to review the feedback in detail and identify the key themes that matter most to our colleagues.
We’ll be focused on:
- Celebrating the things people tell us we’re doing well.
- Identifying opportunities to strengthen our culture and ways of working.
- Prioritising improvements that have the greatest impact on our people.
- Keeping colleagues updated on the actions and initiatives that come from their feedback.
Because listening matters, but listening and acting is what drives meaningful change.
A message from Lauren Price, Head of People Team & Recruitment
“A great workplace is created by people who care and that’s exactly what makes this recognition so special.
For the fourth year running, our colleagues have told us that Academia is a Great Place to Work® and we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who took the time to share their experiences, ideas and honest feedback.
The survey isn’t just about measuring how we’re doing; it’s about listening. Every response helps us better understand what our people value, what’s making a positive difference and where we can continue to improve.
I’m incredibly proud of the culture we’ve built together. Guided by our values of Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, Ambition, Customer and People, we’ll continue listening, learning and taking action to ensure Academia remains a place where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to be their best.”
Thank you to our people
This achievement belongs to every person across Academia.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the survey, shared their feedback and contributes to our culture every day.
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved together over the last four years, but we’re even more excited about what comes next. By continuing to listen, learn and grow together, we can build an even better experience for our people and continue making Academia a place where everyone can thrive.
Here’s to four years of Great Place to Work® certification and to the people who made it possible.
