Advice Cloud, a small business based in Brighton and Hove, has officially been named as one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Development™ 2025 by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture.

Advice Cloud ranked 38th in the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development List, which recognises organisations making employee development a key part of company culture.

The listed workplaces offer employees the chance to better themselves, to learn new skills, and to progress within the organisation. By being included in the List, the companies have demonstrated they understand that development is not one-size-fits-all, and they actively support every single employee to undertake their own tailored journey of growth. Because of this, their people are fuelled by a sense of purpose, feel valued by their employer, and give their best to the organisation.

“Training and development aren’t just about helping employees perform their day-to-day tasks – it’s about demonstrating that people are valued and that there’s a clear path for growth and inclusion. When employees can’t see opportunities ahead, they’re less likely to be fully engaged, which can harm both productivity and retention,” said Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work® UK.

“Development is all about looking forward – it shows a commitment to an employee’s long-term potential. It helps individuals feel appreciated and plays a vital role in shaping a strong company culture. Every year, we celebrate organisations that are building exceptional workplace cultures where people and businesses thrive. Learning and development opportunities are a key part of that, which is why we’re especially excited to be unveiling the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development.”

“Congratulations to Advice Cloud for being part of our 2025 UK’s Best Workplaces for Development List."Advice Cloud’s inclusion on this exclusive list officially acknowledges the ongoing commitment to creating an environment where people are trusted, supported, and given space to grow. Over the past 2 years, numerous new initiatives have been introduced to support professional development, including team-wide bid writing training, APMP certification for three team members, and the introduction of a permanent 4-day working week following a successful trial.

One key reason employees love working at Advice Cloud is its strong culture of autonomy and shared purpose. The company adopts areas of the “Teal” organisational principles, meaning the team is empowered to make decisions, shape internal improvements, and align their work with the business’s long-term mission to create social and environmental good.

Employee feedback gathered through the Trust Index™ survey further reinforces this, with:

• 100% of employees agreeing they are offered training or development to further themselves professionally
• 100% feeling that management involves them in decisions that affect their jobs
• 100% agreeing that the company offers special and unique benefits

“Development doesn’t just happen in training sessions – it’s in everyday conversations, challenges, and the trust we place in each other as a team. I’m proud of the culture we’ve built here, and this recognition reflects the intention we put behind it,”

said Chris Farthing, CEO and founder of Advice Cloud.

"This recognition reflects our commitment to learning and growth, both inside and outside of work. It highlights the dedication of our team to taking on new challenges, building a diverse set of skills that drive our purpose, and diving into side projects that make a meaningful impact on the business."

added Ella Grant, Managing Director of Advice Cloud.

To compile the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development List, Great Place To Work® reviewed each company’s culture, benefits, approach to leadership and development, alongside anonymous responses from employees. These data insights are then used to benchmark each company's employee value proposition against the culture employees actually experience. Only the businesses that achieve the highest scores after evaluation receive Best Workplaces™ status.