A WARRINGTON interior design firm has been named employer of the year.

Claremont, based in Birchwood, was recognised at the British Council of Offices (BCO) national Next Gen Awards 2024.

The annual ceremony in November honours the achievements of young professionals in the office sector.

The Employer of the Year category applauds organisations with an inspiring and supportive work environment that fosters the growth of the next generation of talent.

Tim Frankland, Claremont managing director, said: "This is fantastic; it’s great for the Claremont team to win yet another award – this one really highlighting our culture as an employee-owned business and how successfully we work together and support each other, which makes it a win for the whole team.

"We really focus on developing talent from within, nurturing growth and opportunity, valuing diversity, and ensuring the wellbeing of our young professionals.

"It is fantastic to have our efforts recognised on a national scale and by such a respected organisation."

The BCO Next Gen Award for employer of the year is the latest addition to Claremont's achievements in 2024.

The firm has secured seven other industry accolades, including the inclusive design initiative of the year at the annual Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM) Awards, and the Fit Out Awards UK's fit out project of the year (large office over £7.5 million) for AQA's new Manchester office.

The firm also won the Insider North West Property Awards fit-out of the year for Firesprite’s HQ in Liverpool.

Claremont has been delivering office interior design and fit-out projects from its Birchwood in Warrington and Bristol offices for more than 48 years.

It was the first of its industry peers to assume the employee-owned trust ownership model in 2020.