We are proud to announce that we have been awarded Platinum accredited membership by The 5% Club for the 2025/2026 year, recognising our continued commitment to developing our workforce through ‘earn and learn’ programmes.  

These initiatives, which include apprenticeships, graduate schemes, and sponsored student placements, enable employees to combine practical experience with formal study, gaining the knowledge and skills required to pursue successful careers. 

Achieving Platinum status reflects our belief that investment in people is the key to our long-term success. Through hands-on learning programmes, the company creates clear pathways for professional growth, equipping teams with the confidence and expertise they need to thrive. 

We have supported The 5% Club for a number of years, as we believe investing in talent development creates a sustainable pipeline of skilled and motivated employees.

Our earn and learn employees currently make up 10% of our workforce. The initiative promotes diversity and inclusion in the workplace, addresses the skills gap and demonstrates our commitment to social responsibility and investing in long-term success and sustainability.

Alison Reilly, HR Director
McLaughlin & Harvey

The 5% Club is a dynamic movement of over 1,100 forward-thinking employers, all committed to creating inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace training. Its Employer Audit rigorously assesses member organisations’ activities, future ambitions, and approaches to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion. We are proud to be a member of an organisation that collectively supports 1.9 million employees, with more than 108,000 individuals participating in earn and learn programmes across the UK. 

For three consecutive years, McLaughlin & Harvey has maintained its Platinum status, with at least 10% of our workforce in earn and learn roles, reflecting our company’s commitment to workforce development, diversity, inclusion, and social responsibility. 

This recognition reinforces our ongoing focus on nurturing talent, supporting career development, and building a motivated and skilled workforce. By continuing to invest in high-quality training and development, we aim to cultivate a workforce that is well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of the construction industry.