Afiniti’s one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work: Here’s why that matters to you

We’re proud to share that Afiniti has been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. This is a big achievement for our entire team; not just because only 500 companies made the cut, but because this award is based on independent employee feedback across six key areas: wellbeing, pride, satisfaction, empowerment, information and recognition.

And this isn’t just a win for us. It’s a win for our clients too.

If you’re leading business change, you should recognise that transformation isn’t just about strategy or systems; it’s about people. And when you use a change partner that genuinely puts people at the heart (its own as well as yours), you’ll realise better business outcomes.

At Afiniti, it’s our strong belief and lived experience that people are the ultimate drivers of transformation. This ethos is baked into how we hire, how we work and how we deliver for our clients, and it’s validated by the fact we achieved a 93% employee engagement score as part of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work Award – 21% above the consulting profession benchmark.

Why does that matter to you?

Because engaged people don’t just show up. They lean in. They think harder, collaborate better and care more deeply about the work they do. When our people are empowered, satisfied and motivated, they deliver change that sticks.

To put it another way, if the consulting industry runs on 72% employee engagement, that means nearly one in three consultants working on your critical projects is mentally somewhere else. We hit 93%, and that 21-point gap is the difference between consultants who just show up and consultants who transform.

Being one of the Best Places to Work means we attract the best talent. Here’s how that translates into tangible benefits for your business.

Empowered to own outcomes

Picture this: A critical system integration hits a snag Friday afternoon. Most consultants send an email and disappear for the weekend. Ours work on the problem, map out options and keep your programme moving.

Our consultants are trusted to lead. They’re making decisions, solving problems and driving progress, not waiting for permission. That autonomy means faster, more confident momentum and delivery for even the most complex change programmes.

As one of our hiring partners put it, “We look for people who act with honesty, take responsibility, and do the right thing, even under pressure.” That mindset shows up in every engagement.

Curious and continuously learning

Cookie-cutter solutions create cookie-cutter results. We hire for curiosity, and we nurture it. Our people are encouraged to challenge assumptions, explore new ideas and keep learning. That means you get fresh thinking, not recycled frameworks. You get solutions that are tailored to your context, not templated from someone else’s.

We’re also embracing the AI and digital revolution; not just technically, but strategically. We’re helping clients understand and adopt new tools that can accelerate value.

Collaborative by design

We don’t just work with you; we work alongside you as a true change partner. We co-create solutions, listen actively and build lasting partnerships. Clients often describe us as an extension of their own teams. That’s not a coincidence. It’s how we’re built.

This collaborative approach eliminates the “us versus them” friction that slows down most engagements. Your internal team trusts our recommendations because they helped shape them.

Resilient and adaptable

Change is rarely linear. Priorities shift. Ambiguity creeps in. Our teams thrive in that space. They stay calm, focused and flexible, helping you navigate uncertainty with confidence.

When your priorities shift (and they will), we pivot with you rather than clinging to the original scope, while keeping your team focused on outcomes.

We assess this trait in every candidate. Can they pivot when things change? Can they stay grounded when things get messy? If the answer’s yes, they’ll thrive here, and they’ll help your teams do the same.

Values-driven and people-centric

We look for empathy, integrity and a genuine desire to make a difference. These traits shape how we engage with clients, stakeholders and each other. Purpose-led consultants build trust, and trust accelerates everything. When your people believe in our recommendations, adoption happens faster and results compound.

As another of our hiring partners shared, “We put people at the heart, so we seek those who build trust, collaborate well and care about others’ success.” That’s not just a hiring philosophy. It’s a delivery promise.

If there’s one thing becoming a Sunday Times Best Place to Work has taught us, it’s that engaged consultants create engaged client teams.

When our people bring energy and ownership to your project, that attitude spreads. They model the behaviours you want to see throughout your organisation. They coach your team members to think like owners, not just task-completers.

This cultural transfer often becomes the most valuable outcome. Long after our engagement ends, your team continues operating with higher standards and better collaboration.

Because we invest in our people, they invest in you. They’re not just delivering a project. They’re helping you build something that lasts.

You can’t drive engagement in your organisation using consultants who are disengaged from theirs. It’s impossible.

This award is a reflection of the standards we hold ourselves to, internally and in every client engagement. It’s proof that when you invest in people, you get better results. And that’s exactly what we bring to your change programmes.

We don’t just hire for capability. We hire for alignment. Our hiring partners look for individuals who are proactive, reflective and collaborative. People who can build relationships, stay calm under pressure and bring others with them.

That means you get a consistent, high-quality experience, every time. Whether it’s your first engagement with us or your fifth, you’ll work with people who are deeply aligned with your goals.

We’ve built our entire culture around one belief: exceptional people deliver exceptional results. Our recognition validates that approach works. Let’s prove it works for your business.

Your next transformation is too important to trust to consultants who are just going through the motions. We bring people who are as invested in your success as you are. You’re going to transform – that’s not the question. The question is whether you’ll do it with partners who genuinely care about your outcomes or settle for consultants who just want to complete their contracts. Let’s talk about the difference engaged, empowered people can make for your results.