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LONDON, 12 March 2014 FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company has been officially certified as one of Britain’s Top Employers for the fourth year running, a testament to placing people at the heart of its organisation.
Guided by the philosophy of ‘People-Service-Profit’, FedEx Express is named on this prestigious list for supporting team members to provide world-class customer service which in turn continues to grow the business.
Encouraging team members to ‘make every customer experience outstanding’, FedEx Express engages employees in the higher goal of customer service, believing passionately in rewarding team members who consistently exceed their job requirements. In addition, to assist employees with their personal and professional development, FedEx Express offers a tuition assistance grant which they can use for a variety of courses and programs.
“Our team members are our greatest asset and we are thrilled our commitment to them has been recognised once again by Britain’s Top Employers 2014,” says Trevor Hoyle, Vice President of Operations FedEx UK & Ireland. “At FedEx Express we strongly believe in developing our people so they have the support to achieve their goals, and in turn, provide even better service to our customers.”
Named alongside 79 other companies, FedEx Express joins an elite group of international and UK based business receiving this prestigious accolade. Recognised as a leading employer in the UK, FedEx Express receives this placement for demonstrating high standards whilst continually working to develop its people.