Ambition has been recognised as one of the 2026 Best Staffing Firms to Work For in the UK & Ireland by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

We're delighted to share that Ambition has been recognised as one of the 2026 Best Staffing Firms to Work For in the UK & Ireland by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

Awarded in the UK & Ireland 10–50 employees category, the recognition places Ambition among a select group of staffing firms leading the way on workplace culture, employee engagement, and long-term investment in their people. It's an accolade shaped by the voices of our team and the culture they build every day.

A people-first approach to growth

Our growth has always rested on a simple belief: when people feel supported, empowered, and valued, they do their best work. The SIA award recognises organisations that have woven that philosophy into how they operate, from leadership and development through to inclusion and wellbeing.

One of the clearest indicators of this is our 79% talent retention rate in the UK, a figure that speaks to our commitment to creating a workplace where people can build long, fulfilling careers.

Supporting people through every life stage

Careers don't exist in isolation from life. Supporting our people means understanding the different stages they move through - professionally and personally - and adapting how we work to meet them.

That's why we've introduced initiatives including:

• A return-to-work programme for new mothers, designed to support confident, flexible transitions back into the workplace.

• A comprehensive menopause policy, championed by our Regional Managing Director to ensure openness, understanding, and practical support.

These sit within a broader commitment to wellbeing, inclusion, and long-term retention, making sure our people feel supported not just as employees, but as individuals.

Championing gender diversity in leadership

We're proud of the progress we've made in building a more balanced leadership team. 60% of our senior management team is female, reflecting our commitment to gender diversity at the top — and our belief that diverse perspectives strengthen decision-making, culture, and performance.

This isn't about tokenism. It's about creating clear pathways to leadership, backing talent at every stage, and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to progress on merit and potential.

A culture built on trust and authenticity

At the heart of Ambition is a culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work. Collaboration, respect, and psychological safety aren't buzzwords for us — they're the foundation of an environment where people feel comfortable sharing ideas, challenging thinking, and being themselves.

That authenticity shapes how we work with one another, and how we partner with clients and candidates across the professional services market. It's a culture grounded in trust, shared values, and a genuine commitment to doing things the right way.

What this recognition means to us

Being named one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For by SIA is a meaningful milestone, not because of the title itself, but because it reflects the experiences of our people and the workplace we've built together.

We're proud of how far we've come, and we see this recognition as motivation to keep evolving: to keep listening, investing, and building a place where talented people can do their best work.

If you'd like to learn more about life at Ambition, our values, or current opportunities, we'd love to continue the conversation.

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