Great Place to Work has announced its prestigious list of the UAE’s 100 leading organisations for 2025, spotlighting companies that have created outstanding workplace environments. The rankings span across large, medium, and small business categories, presenting a comprehensive view of workplace excellence in the Emirates.
Leading the Pack: Category Winners
The 2025 rankings have identified clear frontrunners in each category:
- Large Category (25+ employees): Leminar
- Medium Category: Century Financial
- Small Category: Envision Group
Mohammed AlShair, Executive Chairman of Great Place to Work Middle East, praised the winners: “The companies on our Best Workplaces in UAE list have shown that positive company culture drives business success, regardless of industry and company size.”
Complete Rankings by Category
| Rank | Large Category | Medium Category | Small Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leminar | Century Financial | Envision Group |
| 2 | DEWA | Blue Ocean Academy | InZone Corporate Services Provider |
| 3 | BFL Group | PizzaExpress UAE | Luxe Port Trading LLC |
| 4 | Dubai Police | IGTsolutions | mleeha cultural & sports club |
| 5 | Hilton | Novotel World Trade Centre LLC | Howden Guardian |
| 6 | Ras Al Khaimah Police | Accor Shared Services | Tesla Properties L.L.C |
| 7 | Metropolitan Group | Welldone Solutions | Ajman Sewerage |
| 8 | IHG | BANKE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTIES | Adagio Premium Hotel Apartment Jumeirah |
| 9 | Sobha Realty | Al Ittihad Drug Store | Union Square House |
| 10 | DHL Express | DMCC | Viola Communications LLC |
| 11 | Dp World – Europe | Health and Safety – Dubai Municipality | Sahara Motors |
| 12 | Sunset Hospitality Group | GASTRONOMICA MIDDLE EAST | HSA Group |
| 13 | FIVE Hotels & Resorts | Emicool LLC | Faith Healthcare Group |
| 14 | JUMEIRAH | MetLife Gulf | Thukher Club |
| 15 | Marriott International | Free Zones Authority of Ajman | T M V Media L.L.C |
| 16 | Al Dabbagh Group – UAE | A&A Associate LLC | Chalet International Real Estate |
| 17 | Abu Dhabi Customs | CMC Holding | Charterhouse |
| 18 | Hilton al Habtoor City Complex | Jeebly | Nets International |
| 19 | Chalhoub Group – UAE | Wyndham | ATS |
| 20 | Burjeel Holdings | Smart Salem | Ramfoam Containers Manufacturing |
Notable Achievements
The large category features prominent organisations like DEWA, Dubai Police, and Hilton, showcasing the public sector’s commitment to workplace excellence alongside private enterprises.
In the medium category, Century Financial leads a diverse group including Blue Ocean Academy and PizzaExpress UAE, demonstrating that financial services firms can create outstanding workplace cultures.
The small category, led by Envision Group, includes innovative companies like InZone Corporate Services and Tesla Properties, proving that smaller organisations can cultivate exceptional work environments.
Industry Diversity
The 2025 rankings highlight excellence across multiple sectors:
- Government: Dubai Police, RAK Police, Abu Dhabi Customs
- Hospitality: Hilton, IHG, FIVE Hotels & Resorts
- Technology: e&, G42, Visa
- Healthcare: Burjeel Holdings, Faith Healthcare Group
- Retail: BFL Group, Home Centre, Alshaya Group
Looking Forward
These rankings offer valuable insights into workplace excellence in the UAE. They demonstrate that organisations of all sizes can create positive work environments that benefit both employees and business outcomes.
For jobseekers in the UAE, these rankings provide a valuable resource for identifying potential employers who prioritise workplace culture and employee satisfaction.
This list represents the current standard for workplace excellence in the UAE and highlights organisations that have successfully created positive, productive work environments.
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