5 Squirrels Named Sunday Times Best Places to Work Winner, Again!

5 Squirrels Ltd have been named the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, recognised for its outstanding workplace culture, commitment to employee wellbeing, and innovative ways of working. 

Since 2014, 5 Squirrels has been partnering with aesthetic clinics to help them launch their own-brand skincare ranges, empowering professionals to build sustainable, ethical, and profitable businesses under their own name. As a team of just 13 people, this recognition is a powerful endorsement of the company’s purpose-driven approach to culture and leadership. 

The award is based entirely on employee feedback, with 5 Squirrels scoring highly in key areas such as diversity and inclusion, flexibility, mental health support, and job satisfaction. 

• “I’ve worked in a few places, but this is the first one where inclusion actually feels real—not just something on a poster for show.”
• “I used to get the Sunday scaries or that dread for Monday. Now that I have a 3-day weekend every week, I actually look forward to coming in.”
• “A lot of companies say they trust their teams. Here, it actually feels like they mean it.”
• “The way we work here is not traditional, but it gets results. I’m more productive than ever.”

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) 

We believe that diversity drives innovation and belonging fuels growth. From inclusive hiring practices to open conversations that amplify every voice, we strive to ensure that progress starts from within. 

Work-Life Balance 

We don’t view flexibility as a bonus—it’s a core part of how we work. With mental health support, remote working options, and a culture that respects boundaries, we prioritise sustainable success.   

Smarter Ways of Working 

We embrace agile methods, innovation, and continuous learning. Productivity isn’t measured in hours—it’s measured in impact. We encourage every team member to work in ways that deliver real value. This allows us to stay focused to enable all team members to achieve success and only need to work 4 days per week, the entire team has a 3-day weekend, every weekend!! 

Founder and CEO Gary Conroy commented, “We’ve always believed that if people love where they work, they’ll do their best work. This award reflects the incredible commitment of every single person at 5 Squirrels who shows up every day to do things differently—and better.” 

As the company continues to grow, 5 Squirrels remains committed to being a workplace where everyone can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be proud of the impact they make. 

If you're an aesthetic professional looking to build your own brand skincare range with a company that lives its values, now is the time. 

Visit www.5squirrels.com to learn more or get in touch.