For the third year in a row, Grant Thornton has been named as one of the 50 ‘World’s Most Attractive Global Employers’.
Inclusion on the list followed a survey of more than 290,000 business, engineering and IT students by Universum. Respondents from 12 of the world’s largest economies were asked about their ideal employer and the characteristics they find most attractive in a company.
Opinions were sought from students attending top universities in Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK and US, markets which represent 70 per cent of the world’s economy. The findings help identify emerging trends in employment, with this year’s survey showing there is a strong interest in a achieving a work/life balance.
Ed Nusbaum, Grant Thornton’s global Chief Executive Officer, said: ‘We are honoured to receive this award. Grant Thornton is committed to a distinctive and differentiated work environment where our people feel motivated, inspired and trusted. This positive workplace serves as the basis in our helping unlock growth in our clients and in our communities.’
Dennis McGurgan, Managing Director of Grant Thornton in the Isle of Man, added: ‘Grant Thornton is highly regarded as a great place to work, offering a positive and empowering atmosphere. This award recognises our reputation, which continues to ensure we attract the highest quality recruits and have been able to appoint talented people to key roles in recent months.’
