The Sunday Times 20 Best Big Companies to Work For guide was created four years ago and Sytner has moved into the top category having taken its workforce above 5,000.

The results showed 81 per cent of staff believed managers talk openly and honestly with them, 76 per cent said managers regularly expressed appreciation for their work, and 76 per cent also said they were confident in the leadership skills of senior management. The IMI applauded the Sytner Group's recognition. “The group has bucked the trend for high staff turnover in our sector, proving that a culture which recognises staff achievements increases their loyalty,” said IMI chief executive Sarah Sillars.