Specsavers ranked among world's best workplaces for third consecutive year
BURNABY, BC, Nov. 12, 2026 /CNW/ -- Specsavers has secured 12th place in this year's World's Best WorkplacesTM list for the second year in a row.
The optical business is the top retailer in the list and it is the third time it has ranked in the top 25 employers in the world. Specsavers was chosen from organisations that took part in Great Place to Work's ® employee survey process, with more than nine million responses it represents 23 million employees worldwide.
Specsavers CEO John Perkins says: 'To be recognised among the World's Best Workplaces for a third consecutive year is a fantastic achievement and a testament to the culture we continue to build across Specsavers. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and this recognition reinforces our belief that creating an environment where colleagues can grow, thrive and feel they belong is essential to delivering life-changing care for millions of customers worldwide.'
To be considered for the list, companies must have 5,000 or more employees worldwide and be identified as outstanding global employers with recognition on at least five Best Workplaces™ Lists in Asia, Europe, Latin America, Africa, North America, or Australia in 2025 or early 2026.
This year Specsavers was ranked 5th in the Canadian list and has been named as a Great Place to Work in every country where it operates, including 1st in Australia and Norway.
Organisations are assessed on their efforts to create great workplaces and positively impact people and communities across multiple countries around the world. Companies must demonstrate how they generously and thoughtfully support employees with personalized support that meets their unique needs.
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SOURCE Specsavers Canada
Media Contact: Aideen Butler, Specsavers Canada, [email protected]
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