Proudly Ranked in the Best Companies Lists for 2025
Marrons | News
We are delighted to have been ranked in the Best Companies lists for 2025 – as part of top 50 legal and professional services firm Ampa Group.
The group has been named as a “very good” company to work for, achieving a one-star rating in Best Companies’ highly regarded accreditation programme, which celebrates organisations committed to exceptional employee engagement.
Ampa Group has also been recognised as one of the UK’s top 75 best large companies, climbing to 63rd from 116th in 2022. Brian Mullin, partner and head of Marrons, said:
“We are very grateful for the positive endorsement from the Best Companies Survey. It is a recognition of the passion, dedication, and collaborative spirit of every team member towards supporting each other and our clients. This achievement validates our commitment to creating an environment where everyone can thrive towards delivering for our client objectives whilst delivering personal and organisational growth in a sustainable way. We’re proud to be part of an inclusive, dynamic, and supportive workplace”
Ampa Group and its brands achieved strong results across the regional Best Companies lists, including first-time entries in Yorkshire and The Humber (24th), South West (22nd) and the South East (57th). They also improved their positions in the East Midlands (12th, previously 36th), West Midlands (28th, previously 38th) and London (40th, previously 54th).
The rankings are based on an independent and anonymous survey of colleagues across the group, with 964 people taking part, reflecting the organisation’s continued commitment to transparency, engagement and a positive workplace culture.
Through its participation in the Best Companies survey, Ampa Group also raised £2,892 for the Social Mobility Business Partnership, reinforcing the group’s long-standing commitment to improving social mobility. This donation aligns closely with the recently launched Unlocking Potential (UP) programme, which supports individuals from all backgrounds to access opportunities, develop new skills and thrive in professional careers.
Ampa Group is one of the world’s largest professional services B-Corporations. Brands include law firms Shakespeare Martineau, Lime Solicitors and Mayo Wynne Baxter; planning, design, heritage and development consultancy Marrons; M&A advisory firm Coadax; cyber security consultancy CSS Assure; and uninsured loss recovery specialist Corclaim.
About Marrons
Marrons is a multi-service development consultancy backed by the experience of working for local authorities, extensive market intel and connections across the industry - from planning offices and private landowners to housebuilders and retailers.
With expertise in Planning, Architecture, Design, Heritage and Economic Development, you can trust us to lead, protect and enhance the value of your land or building assets ensuring we turn your plans into reality.
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