We’re incredibly proud to have placed 5th in Cornwall’s Best Places to Work 2025 — a recognition that reflects everything we’ve worked hard to build: a thriving, people-first business that puts purpose at the heart of what we do.
This award celebrates more than perks and policies. It’s about culture, values, and how it actually feels to be part of a team — and at Harland, we believe that’s what makes all the difference.
So, why did Harland make the Business Cornwall’s Best Places to Work top five? Let’s explore …
A Culture Built By Our People
At Harland, our culture isn’t an add-on. It’s the foundation. We’ve worked together as a team to shape it — starting with the values that guide us. Developed collaboratively, our three core values influence how we treat each other, how we support clients, and how we grow:
Strong Relationships
We believe in the power of human connection. Whether that’s remembering how someone likes their tea, checking in when things are tough, or celebrating life’s milestones together, we treat each other (& our clients) with kindness, trust, & respect.
A Growth Mindset
We bring curious optimism to our work. We challenge limiting beliefs, learn from setbacks, and look for solutions. Positivity, drive and continuous learning are central to how we operate.
Generosity of Spirit
We act with compassion, share knowledge freely, and take pride in helping others succeed. We champion profit and purpose — because we believe both are essential for long-term impact.
These values underpin everything, from how we make decisions to how we communicate. And they’re the reason why our team feels connected, supported, and motivated. Find out more about our company vision here.
Benefits That Go Beyond The Basics
Recognition like this isn’t about flashy gimmicks or surface-level perks. It’s about building a workplace where people feel genuinely respected, supported, and rewarded for their contributions. We’ve put in place a benefits package designed around real life. Highlights include:
- A nine-day fortnight
- 33 days of annual leave
- Hybrid working and flexible hours
- Living Wage Employer accreditation
- Health insurance and an Employee Assistance Programme
- A day off and £50 voucher for your birthday — to spend with a local or B Corp business
We also reward effort and celebrate successes through our monthly “Wheel of Fortune” Employee of the Month prize (with up to £200 in rewards), regular team socials, and spontaneous shout-outs when someone’s gone above and beyond.
Wellbeing, Always
Wellbeing isn’t a buzzword at Harland — it’s something we take seriously. We were one of the fastest organisations to ever achieve the Healthy Cornwall Award, and we’ve embedded support into every level of our workplace.
From trained Mental Health First Aiders to our “walk whenever” policy, we create space for people to look after themselves and each other.
We also prioritise open communication. Weekly team check-ins, Monday morning quizzes, and quarterly updates keep us all connected. And our leadership team’s open-door policy ensures everyone feels heard and has a voice.
Growth, Learning And A Force For Good
We want Harland to be a place where people can do their best work, develop new skills and push their potential. Our ‘Reflect, Act, Impact’ review process helps everyone set meaningful goals, and we encourage professional development through:
- Monthly skill shares
- Quarterly external training sessions
- Attendance at industry events
- OKRs and personal development plans
- Team shadowing, mentoring, and personal projects
Each year, we choose a Force-for-Good ‘hat’ — from charity fundraising to sustainability — so everyone plays a part in shaping our culture and creating positive change together.
Here’s what our Practice Director Deborah Edwards had to say about the win:
“This award is a reflection of our people — their passion, teamwork, and commitment to looking after one another. We’re proud to have built a culture where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel like they belong. To be recognised again is just the cherry on top!”
What This Award Means To Us
Being named one of Cornwall’s Best Places to Work is more than a moment of celebration — it’s a milestone in our journey to create something meaningful. We’re proud to support purpose-led businesses across Cornwall, helping them succeed so they can have greater impact in their communities. But we know that to do that, we have to start from within.
This recognition shows that when you lead with values, invest in people, and focus on more than just the bottom line, you can build something pretty special. And we’re just getting started!
If you’re a like-minded business owner who shares our business for good values, we’d love to hear from you. We offer a full range of business support services to help your business have more impact through becoming permenantly profitable.
Celebrating Cornwall’s Best Places to Work
Here is the full list of winners for the 2025 Best Places to Work in Cornwall, as announced by Business Cornwall:
A huge thank you to our brilliant team for being what makes Harland such a special place to work. And congratulations to all the other fantastic Cornwall businesses who were recognised in this year’s awards.
You can read more about Cornwall’s Best Places to Work 2025 on Business Cornwall.
