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Allen & Overy is an international law firm providing legal services for global business and industry. Wellbeing, both physical and mental, is one of our strategic priorities. We aim to create an environment in which our people are able to talk openly and know they will be supported. Everything is underpinned by a set of guiding principles based on promoting a culture of health, focusing on prevention and providing the right support. Across our network we have mental health advocates and a growing number of trained allies for people to talk to in confidence.

Accountancy and business advisory firm BDO LLP provides tax, audit and assurance, advisory and business outsourcing services to companies across all sectors of the economy. For the last three years BDO has been using MIND’s 5 Ways of Wellbeing to help its people pay more attention to their own wellbeing and these have become the key pillars that support the firm’s wellbeing strategy, a key priority for the Leadership Team. BDO has an on-going mission to smash the stigma of mental health issues.

BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe and employs more than 9,000 people across 10 business lines in the UK. In 2018 we signed the Time to Change pledge on mental health, and continue to develop a robust infrastructure of medical and support services. Our focus on encouraging healthier conversations around mental health is part of our vision to create a fully inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and able to speak openly about their challenges and access the right support.

Channel 4 is a British public-service free-to-air television network and a pioneering force behind changing the nation’s attitudes towards mental health. We are also leaders when it comes to addressing the mental wellbeing of our staff. 4Mind is our internal employee resource group which focuses on implementing internal changes around mental health. They also lead the charge on awareness of all aspects of mental health and encourage people to engage in the subject further.

Everyday Loans offer a range of solutions for those looking for some extra financial support. We have a very strong focus on mental health within the workplace, and have a Mental Health First Aider Programme, with 16 employees across the Company properly trained. They are also responsible for promoting good mental health within the organisation. We believe that by providing mental health training and support, and by continuing to monitor how our staff are feeling, we will help each other come together to build strong, happy and healthy minds.

Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading organisations of independent assurance, tax and advisory firms. The UK firm is led by 190 partners, employs over 4,500 people and is part of a global network of 50,000 people in over 135 countries. Mental Health and Wellbeing is at the heart of our inclusive culture, because people who can be themselves at work, and talk openly about issues that are affecting them, are happier and perform better. We’re committed to this agenda and have introduced wellbeing champions and a successful wellness community across all our UK offices.

Macfarlanes is a distinctive London-based law firm, focused on our clients and on delivering excellence in the international legal market. We recognise the benefits for the firm’s employees in providing support and training in health and wellbeing, as well as creating an open and supportive working environment. Supporting our employees mental wellbeing is something that we are committed to for the long term.

PKF is one of global top 10 accounting and consulting network brands, consisting of over 440 offices, operating in 150 countries across five regions. Mental health is at the top of our agenda, and we try to help everyone at PKF to love what they are doing. We are very much a family, and believe people should be able to be open and transparent at all times. There is a recognition of the individuals who represent the firm and a strong sense of support and encouragement to make things happen, together.

Stewarts specialises in high-value and complex disputes. Our track record of success for our clients has helped us become the UK’s leading litigation-only law firm. But client success is only possible with a strong workforce. We are pleased to look after our staff and have been recognised by being named in ‘The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For’ for the last three years. One way we support our staff is through trained mental health first aiders, meaning colleagues are encouraging more effective ways to deal with stress and other mental health issues.

Work can be a stressful place at the best of times. Between tight deadlines, meeting requests and demands from colleagues, the pressures can seem endless. When you add in stress from external factors such as personal finances, it’s no surprise many people feel overwhelmed. MyEva is a fully regulated digital financial adviser, bringing the best of human and artificial intelligence together to improve the financial wellbeing of everyone she meets. MyEva is available as an employee benefit but also to individuals. You can find out more and start talking to MyEva today at