Topic Awards
Date 19 Nov 2024
Galliford Try has retained its Platinum membership of The 5% Club, demonstrating its commitment to promoting Early Careers and the provision of development opportunities in our chosen sectors.
The 5% Club is an audited scheme that accredits over 1,100 forward-thinking employers who are dedicated to driving positive change and maintaining an Early Careers population in excess of 5% within their business.
Galliford Try’s Early Careers cohort makes up over 10% of its workforce, through its award-winning apprenticeship and graduate schemes that develop high-quality talent to meet the needs of the business and the wider construction industry.
Galliford Try is one of 31 businesses across the country to currently hold Platinum membership.
Vikki Skene, HR Director for Galliford Try, commented: “We are delighted to have been reaffirmed as a Platinum Member of The 5% Club. Receiving this external validation reinforces that our business is an excellent place for young talent to grow and develop and proof of our commitment to increasing learning opportunities for all new entrants into our fantastic industry.”
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented: “We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like Galliford Try, who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of 'earn and learn' initiatives.
“Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving Platinum membership, Galliford Try has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”