Meridian Business Support

Established for over 30 years, we’re an award-winning recruitment agency that operates in multiple specialist markets throughout the UK.
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Meridian Business Support is one of the largest independently owned recruitment agencies in the UK, but despite its size, the company retains a family feel and the wellbeing of its employees is a priority for the board.

Established in 1989, Meridian Business Support has grown from one small office in Altrincham, Cheshire, to more than 29 locations nationwide. Working at Meridian is about being part of the family, and the company wants its people to love their job and enjoy going to work every single day. A healthy balance of work and play is important at the company and there are plenty of social events throughout the year, such as football tournaments, nights out, and charity events.

At Meridian Business Support, the retention and development of employees is vital and that means creating a culture that encourages people to thrive and do their best. It is proud of its stats on the review website Glassdoor, where it has a 4.5 out of 5 rating and 94% approve of the chief executive, Derek Skelton.

Retaining and motivating talent is a priority for the business and Meridian Business Support pays a great deal of attention to developing its people, as well as recognising and rewarding their efforts. It has an ethos of promoting from within, wherever possible, to ensure staff can go for opportunities as they arise. Everyone plays an essential role in the success of the business and it looks after its people so that they stay and develop

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Featured Workplace Factors

My Team

91% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

Outside regular team meetings, the company is keen to ensure that no one feels isolated and that the spirit of One Meridian is maintained, as it is a geographically diverse business. As a result, several unofficial groups from across the business have allowed teams to interact in a fun and less formal way.

Personal Growth

84% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

The sky is the limit for Meridian Business Support's staff. They believe you don't have to have previous experience to be considered for a role, what is more important is that you demonstrate that you have the right behaviours and attitude to give something a try and they will provide the support to develop you.

Wellbeing

78% of staff agreed

I am happy with the balance between my work and home life

Ensuring staff wellbeing has always been a key priority, and a host of initiatives are in place to support this. In 2019, their Mental Health Awareness programme was launched, this has had a tangible impact on its culture and contributed to making it the open and supportive environment which it is today.

My Team
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91% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

Outside regular team meetings, the company is keen to ensure that no one feels isolated and that the spirit of One Meridian is maintained, as it is a geographically diverse business. As a result, several unofficial groups from across the business have allowed teams to interact in a fun and less formal way.

Personal Growth
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84% of staff agreed

The experience I gain from this job is valuable for my future

The sky is the limit for Meridian Business Support's staff. They believe you don't have to have previous experience to be considered for a role, what is more important is that you demonstrate that you have the right behaviours and attitude to give something a try and they will provide the support to develop you.

My Team
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91% of staff agreed

My team is fun to work with

Outside regular team meetings, the company is keen to ensure that no one feels isolated and that the spirit of One Meridian is maintained, as it is a geographically diverse business. As a result, several unofficial groups from across the business have allowed teams to interact in a fun and less formal way.

Quick Facts

Organisation established in
1989
Total number of UK employees
Number of UK locations
38
Employee average age
36% : 64%
Male : Female employee ratio
36%
Employees earning £35k+
21%
Employee turnover (voluntary)
Quote from the top...

Our people are superb and inspire me every day. It is an honour and a privilege to be their CEO. Over the past couple of years we have, and are continuing to build, a special and unique culture. At Meridian Business Support every person matters and we are much more than just a recruitment company. Attaining the Best Companies 2 star accreditation means that our people, who are at the heart of this business, are happy and engaged which is what we strive for everyday.

Derek Skelton, CEO

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