Best Large Workplaces in Chicago
To determine the Best Workplaces in Chicago in 2024, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm Great Place to Work to analyze survey feedback representing nearly 50,000 U.S. employees. (For small and medium companies, also see: The 35 Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Chicago.)
The Top Ten
Crowe
Professional Services
Employees say: "Crowe truly lives it's values. I have worked for four companies in my nearly 20 year career, and don't recall a single value of a prior company. They were wall decor, not lived. And Crowe truly lives its values, particularly care. They don't need to remind you of the values in a poster — you see them every day in how leaders and employees show up for clients and one another."
RSM US LLP
Professional Services
Employees say: "A lot of companies say they care about the well-being of their employees and the communities we live and work in, but RSM is the first company I have worked for that really demonstrates they care — between consistently sending employees surveys requesting their opinions on topics before making decisions, to our community and volunteer initiatives, they demonstrate that they do really care through action, not just words."
AbbVie
Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
Employees say: "The culture at AbbVie is amazing compared to other large and small organizations where I have worked. We have almost no internal politics stemming from a belief that if we work together there will be ample opportunity for those that want it. Our roles are challenging and we strive for continuous improvement which works because we hire people that are looking to do more for themselves and the organization. We are who we are and where we are because of the people around us and the commitment and investments the organization makes on continuous staff development and inclusion. AbbVie is a great place to work!"
Hyatt Hotels
Hospitality
Employees say: "Management truly does care about the people here. I am not just an employee or a number in the organization. I went through a stressful situation a few months ago, and my director provided me support the entire time and was helping me in any way possible. I am very grateful to have supportive management at my workplace."
W.W. Grainger
Industrial Services
Employees say: "Everyone here makes you feel like you are family - This is something the other companies "try" to achieve but Grainger makes it happen from the get-go. I am VERY proud and blessed to be working with my Grainger Family."