A Sussex engineering and management consultancy has been named one of the best companies in the country to work for.

Brighton-based Mott MacDonald finished 86th in The Sunday Times' 100 Best Companies to Work For list.

The list also includes household names such as Asda, Microsoft and Volkswagen.

The guide surveyed thousands of workers to recognise those organisations that provide their employees with a stimulating and rewarding work environment.

The questions related to communication with managers and colleagues, benefits, career opportunities and work-life balance.

About 500 of Mott MacDonald's 3,000 UK-based staff completed the survey.

Martin Hornsby, manager of Mott MacDonald's Brighton office, said: "This is the first year we've entered the survey and we're delighted to have made it into the top 100.

"It is without doubt a tribute to everyone's hard work, commitment and enthusiasm."

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