EMG Solicitors strikes gold with IIP award
A law firm has earned national recognition for its workplace culture.
EMG Solicitors, which operates across Durham, Newcastle, Darlington, Penrith and Manchester, has been awarded Investors in People (IIP) Gold accreditation.
The accolade marks the firm’s strong commitment to supporting staff.
Achieving accreditation requires a rigorous review of leadership, development and company values, including colleague interviews and a full-firm survey.
Ian Burke, head of people and culture, said: “We are incredibly proud to have achieved the accreditation.
“It’s a powerful endorsement of the culture we’ve built, one which is centred around support, learning and development and a genuine belief in the value of our people.
“From our recruitment and onboarding through to leadership, wellbeing and training and development, we’ve worked hard to create an environment where colleagues feel supported and inspired.
“And to have that recognised externally, at such a high level, is hugely rewarding.
“It’s a credit to the entire team who bring our values to life every single day.”
EMG also recently secured B Corp certification and was named one of The Times and Sunday Times UK 100 Best Places to Work 2024.
Emma Gaudern, chief executive, added: “We’re absolutely delighted to have achieved Investors in People Gold, which is such a powerful reflection of the culture we’ve worked hard to build over the past 11 years.
“Our people are everything and this award recognises the belief we have in one another, the trust we place in our teams and the energy and care we bring to supporting our clients and each other.
“Our values aren’t just words on a wall, they guide how we show up, how we grow and how we succeed together, and I couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve accomplished.”
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