A Cumbrian-based social impact property developer has been recognised as a top employer in the UK.
Headquartered at Westlakes Science Park in Moor Row, near Whitehaven, BEC has been included in the highly contested Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for 2024.
BEC is well-known as the dynamic organisation behind The Bus Station in Whitehaven and Westlakes Science & Technology Park among other sites across the west coast.
They are currently developing the former Whittles building in Whitehaven town centre to create a digital and gaming hub.
This nationwide workplace survey by The Sunday Times honours and celebrates Britain’s top employers.
BEC was recognised for its standard four-day working week, medical and private healthcare, a menopause champion and 10 paid days per year to volunteer for a charity of choice.
Training and development opportunities at the 35-year-old firm, says one employee, are “amazing”.
Michael Pemberton, chief executive of BEC, said: “Celebrating our inclusion in The Sunday Times’ prestigious Best Places to Work list is truly a moment of pride for us at BEC, especially as one of the only Cumbrian companies included.
“It’s a testament to the dedication and passion of our team who continually strive to make our workplace a supportive and rewarding environment.
“The recognition we’ve received underscores the value we place on our people and our unwavering dedication to fostering a culture of growth, support, and inclusivity.
“We’re immensely grateful for this acknowledgement and remain steadfast in our commitment to providing opportunities for our employees to thrive personally and professionally.”
Chris Longcroft, EVP Publisher, The Times and The Sunday Times, said: “All organisations are only as good as the people they employ and retain. The Sunday Times Best Places to Work awards recognise companies that are innovating to create an engaged and fulfilling working environment for all and in so doing they are creating the best possible platform for business success.
“To be named on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list is a true recognition of excellence and I congratulate those organisations who made the grade this year.”
