The UK’s top workplaces for 2026 have been unveiled, with some positions offering salaries reaching £100,000. Glassdoor announced the recipients of its Employees’ Choice Awards 2026, determined by feedback from employees. Securing the first position is SAP, a software engineering company, with senior account executives earning between £57,000 and £89,000. SAP was commended for its flexible work hours, generous vacation time, advanced technology, and emphasis on work-life balance.
Mastercard claimed the second spot, recognized for its diverse workforce, attractive benefits, and promotion of a flexible work environment. Managerial positions at Mastercard come with salaries ranging from £65,000 to £80,000.
Google, ranking third, offers software engineers salaries ranging from £70,000 to £100,000. Employees at Google praised the competitive pay, cutting-edge technology, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for career progression.
Owen Humphries, Glassdoor’s president, remarked, “Even amidst the uncertainties of 2025, these exceptional employers have demonstrated resilience by maintaining high levels of employee satisfaction and trust while adapting to change.”
