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Five of the Best Companies in Leeds

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Leeds is one of the UK's fastest growing cities. Outside of London it's actually the largest centre for financial and business services with the city's local economy forecast to grow significantly over the next ten years. Finance and business services account for 38% of total output, along with other key sectors including retail, leisure and manufacturing prominent. Here are five of the highest rated employers headquartered in Leeds according to employees*:
The Test People - now known as Ten10 (Company Rating 4.7/4.4)
Here’s what employees have to say about The Test People:
“Amazing company to work for, very interested in its people. Since the merger, there have been more opportunities and exciting times ahead!” – The Test People Employee, location n/a
Great company, friendly team, excellent work life balance and hard working individuals all around.” – The Test People, Talent Acquisition Consultant, Leeds
Here’s what employees have to say about George:
“Fast paced environment, lots of autonomy, rewarded well by the company. Great to be part of such successful business.” – George Sales Advisor, Yorkshire and Humber
“People are really nice and friendly and I can keep myself busy with all the clothes.” – George Employee, location n/a
Blue Octopus Recruitment (Company Rating 3.5)
Here’s what employees have to say about Blue Octopus Recruitment:
“Blue Octopus is a supportive and fun working environment. Great communication links from the directors with a ‘door is always open’ mentality means that changes within the company, goals and plans are shared with us so we really fell part of it.” – Blue Octopus Recruitment Employee, Leeds
“Blue Octopus is nothing but a pleasure to work for! The Directors/Senior Management team are nothing but supportive and there is plenty of progression on offer.” – Blue Octopus Recruitment Client Delivery Team Leader, Yorkshire and the Humber
Here’s what employees have to say about BJSS:
“BJSS are a rapidly-expanding IT services company offering positions at various levels, from apprenticeships to senior management. Very strong work ethic as just about everything is driven to getting results for the client.” – BJSS Software Tester, Leeds
“I often worked with, and learnt from, exceptionally talented colleagues. Often this resulted in the projects winning industry awards.” – BJSS Senior Software Engineer, Leeds
ASDA (Company Rating 3.2)
Here’s what employees have to say about ASDA:
“Great support from line managers. Always looking to actively engage employees. The work is fulfilling and actually feels like you are contributing to the bigger picture.” – ASDA GSS Business Support, Leeds
“Lots of opportunities to transfer to other areas both within UK and in other territories to broaden skills and knowledge, if that’s what you want to do.” – ASDA Employee, Leeds
Do you work at one of these companies or another great employer in Leeds? What do you think of your company and your job? Let others know by sharing a review.
Do you work at one of these companies or another great employer in Leeds? What do you think of your company and your job? Let others know by sharing a review.
Methodology: Based on employers with an HQ in Leeds and 10 or more reviews from employees in the UK as of 9 June, 2016. Ratings run to the thousandth but are rounded to one decimal place for reporting purposes.
Here’s what employees have to say about The Test People:
“Amazing company to work for, very interested in its people. Since the merger, there have been more opportunities and exciting times ahead!” – The Test People Employee, location n/a
Great company, friendly team, excellent work life balance and hard working individuals all around.” – The Test People, Talent Acquisition Consultant, Leeds
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George (Company Rating 3.8)
Here’s what employees have to say about George:
“Fast paced environment, lots of autonomy, rewarded well by the company. Great to be part of such successful business.” – George Sales Advisor, Yorkshire and Humber
“People are really nice and friendly and I can keep myself busy with all the clothes.” – George Employee, location n/a
Blue Octopus Recruitment (Company Rating 3.5)
Here’s what employees have to say about Blue Octopus Recruitment:
“Blue Octopus is a supportive and fun working environment. Great communication links from the directors with a ‘door is always open’ mentality means that changes within the company, goals and plans are shared with us so we really fell part of it.” – Blue Octopus Recruitment Employee, Leeds
“Blue Octopus is nothing but a pleasure to work for! The Directors/Senior Management team are nothing but supportive and there is plenty of progression on offer.” – Blue Octopus Recruitment Client Delivery Team Leader, Yorkshire and the Humber
See Open Jobs at Blue Octopus Recruitment
BJSS (Company Rating 3.4)
Here’s what employees have to say about BJSS:
“BJSS are a rapidly-expanding IT services company offering positions at various levels, from apprenticeships to senior management. Very strong work ethic as just about everything is driven to getting results for the client.” – BJSS Software Tester, Leeds
“I often worked with, and learnt from, exceptionally talented colleagues. Often this resulted in the projects winning industry awards.” – BJSS Senior Software Engineer, Leeds
ASDA (Company Rating 3.2)
Here’s what employees have to say about ASDA:
“Great support from line managers. Always looking to actively engage employees. The work is fulfilling and actually feels like you are contributing to the bigger picture.” – ASDA GSS Business Support, Leeds
“Lots of opportunities to transfer to other areas both within UK and in other territories to broaden skills and knowledge, if that’s what you want to do.” – ASDA Employee, Leeds
Do you work at one of these companies or another great employer in Leeds? What do you think of your company and your job? Let others know by sharing a review.
Do you work at one of these companies or another great employer in Leeds? What do you think of your company and your job? Let others know by sharing a review.
Methodology: Based on employers with an HQ in Leeds and 10 or more reviews from employees in the UK as of 9 June, 2016. Ratings run to the thousandth but are rounded to one decimal place for reporting purposes.

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