Dukes Bailiffs Named Top UK Best Workplace 2026

On Thursday, 12 March, Dukes Bailiffs Limited was ranked among the Top 50 UK Best Workplaces (in the medium-sized organisation category) at the UK’s Best Workplace Awards 2026 an accolade reserved for the top 100 organisations that demonstrate an exceptional workplace culture, where employees feel heard, valued, and supported.

In 2025, Dukes was certified as a Great Place to Work™ after achieving an outstanding 92% overall culture score, with employees stating it is a 'great place to work', This is significantly higher than the UK company average of 54% and the debt recovery industry average of 62%.

Top 50 Best Workplace  

The Great Place to Work™ certification and UK’s Best Workplaces recognition are independently assessed through a rigorous and unique process that includes employee feedback. Organisations on the list have demonstrated a workplace culture built on trust, supported by innovative people management practices.

For Dukes, this award isn’t just a badge of honour; it’s a moment of pride and an acknowledgement of our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive, professional, and inclusive workplace. Established in 1993 by husband and wife Colin and Elaine Naylor, and now led by their daughters Zoe, Sarah, and Laura Naylor, our leaders have always been, and continue to be, passionate about creating a strong family culture, even as we have grown from a small team to around 100 employees.

Zoe Naylor, HR & Operations Director, commented: "“Last year, we were recognised as a Great Place to Work, and this was a proud milestone for us, reflecting the people-first culture and leadership style we’ve worked so hard to build. This year, to build on that recognition by being named among the Top 100 UK Best Workplaces and achieving a Top 50 ranking in our category is an achievement we’re incredibly proud of.”

A Leading UK Debt Recovery Company Recognised for Workplace Excellence

Dukes Bailiffs Limited invests in its people through structured development programmes, industry-recognised training, and opportunities that enable colleagues to grow both personally and professionally. We have worked hard to build a culture that emphasises fairness, inclusivity, and teamwork, principles that are also reflected in how we support our clients and stakeholders.

Our employee survey results revealed: 

• 100% of employees feel welcomed when they join the company 

• 95% are confident in the company’s future direction and success 

• 95% believe management is honest and ethical in its business practices 

• 95% feel treated as full members of the team, regardless of position 

Committed to Ethical Enforcement and Exceptional Service 

The UK’s Best Workplaces 2026 recognition reinforces what we’ve always believed: a happy, supported team delivers the highest-quality enforcement services. We remain committed to ethical enforcement, professionalism, and client-focused service, while continuing to attract top talent to strengthen our team. 

To learn more about the values that guide everything we do at Dukes, discover our company values here.

If you’re looking for a new opportunity where you feel valued and want to make a meaningful difference through ethical enforcement, we’d love to hear from you. Explore current opportunities and find out why Dukes Bailiffs is a rewarding place to build your career on our careers page. 

“At Great Place To Work, our mission is to help every workplace become a great place to work for all. We wholeheartedly believe that what’s ‘better for business’ aligns with what’s ‘better for people,’ ultimately contributing to a better world for all™,” said Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work UK.