Leighton has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ 2026 by Great Place to Work®, ranking 7th in the Medium category.

The recognition celebrates organisations that provide an environment where women feel supported, valued and empowered to build successful careers. For Leighton, the award is an important reflection of its continued commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to develop, contribute and reach their full potential.

As a technology business, Leighton recognises the importance of creating opportunities for women and supporting greater representation across the industry. Being recognised among the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women highlights the progress the business has made in creating a culture where colleagues feel listened to, respected and able to thrive.

The award also marks Leighton’s 13th recognition from Great Place to Work®, adding to a growing collection of awards that celebrate different aspects of its workplace culture and colleague experience.

These awards are particularly significant because they are informed by feedback from Leighton’s colleagues. The Great Place to Work® process gives colleagues an opportunity to share their experiences of working at Leighton, providing valuable insight into what the business is doing well and where there is still room to improve.

For Leighton, this latest recognition represents the continued work being done to build a workplace where people from all backgrounds can feel supported, have their voices heard and develop their careers.