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It sets out to amaze the recipients of its gifts and experience days, but Buyagift also wants to make sure its staff have a good time while working at the company.

Buyagift offers thousands of opportunities for thrills, such as supercar racing and wing-walking on a biplane, to gentler activities such as spa days and sushi-making classes.

"Buyagift is a company driven by an exceptional ethos. A supportive environment that follows the motto 'Deliver happiness, amaze people' for customers, partner and employees. A great HR helps you stay connected at all times and the company is always keen to innovate. You can only be proud to be part of the Buyagift community," says one employee.

Buyagift was founded in 2000 and its values are frequently demonstrated in various initiatives that its team is involved in. From thrive-a-thons and hack-a-thons to an employee-recognition scheme, there’s also Monthly ‘superhero awards’ that give staff the opportunity to nominate teammates, or colleagues in other departments, for their hard work.

Buyagift’s operation is based in Hertfordshire and employs just under 200 people.

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B Teams champion the voices of staff. B-You, which leads the cause for all things inclusivity, was launched in January. The B-Social team focuses on culture and events and the B-Well team has responsibility for wellbeing initiatives.

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Monthly company updates provide the whole team with a progress report on the overall business and how it is doing financially. Project updates are also given, along with shout-outs for team member achievements and new starters are welcomed.

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For 12 years, the group has supported Cool Earth, which works to protect the world's rainforests. Since 2010, it has been partnering with the Willow Foundation to make special days possible for seriously ill young adults. Money has also been raised for local charities, such as Herts Young Homeless and Borehamwood Food Bank.

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