Our Awards and Accreditations
Leading the way in Social Impact and Ethical Excellence
Unity Trust Bank has built a long-standing reputation for responsible business, strong governance and a people first culture. Our awards and accreditations span multiple years and demonstrate consistent excellence across sustainability, ethics, customer service and workplace standards.
Each recognition below reflects a milestone in our ongoing commitment to doing the right thing for our customers, colleagues and communities.
Working towards these achievements isn’t about collecting badges. It reflects who we are as an organisation and the values that guide us. Each recognition represents the actions we take every day to help create a better, fairer future for everyone.
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First UK bank
accredited as a
Living Wage Employer
Since 2013
First UK bank
to achieve the
Fair Tax Mark
Since 2014
Bronze Standard
in
Carbon Literacy
Since 2021
Gold Standard
in
Investors in People
Since 2015
New for 2026! Our new award for Customer Service
ICS ServiceMark Accreditation
We’re delighted to have been awarded the ICS ServiceMark for consistently high levels of customer satisfaction and service quality, based on independent assessment and customer feedback.
Awarded: January 2026
Responsible & Ethical Banking
These awards and accreditations celebrate our drive to lead with integrity, champion responsible business, and create meaningful impact for the people and communities we serve.
Unlock Net Zero Award: Funding team of the year
Awarded: June 2025
The King's Award for Enterprise: Sustainable Development
Awarded: May 2024
Good Egg Mark
Awarded: June 2025
Operating Principles for Impact Management: Independently Verified
Awarded: 2024
Carbon Literacy: Bronze Standard
Awarded: 2021
Fair Tax Mark: Accredited
Awarded: 2014
Financial Strength & Stability
Fitch Investment Grade Credit Rating: BBB-
A reflection of our strong financial position, prudent risk management and long term stability.
Awarded: July 2025
Workplace & People Standards
Our people-first culture is reflected in a series of respected workplace accreditations earned across multiple years, recognising our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive and empowering workplace where our people can thrive and make a meaningful difference.
Best Companies: Outstanding
Awarded: November 2025
Top 200 Women-Powered UK Businesses 2025: ranked 7th
Awarded: October 2025
Sunday Times Best Places to Work
Awarded: 2024
Disability Confident Employer: Level 2
Awarded: 2024
Women in Finance Charter Signatory
Since 2019
Investors in People: Gold Standard
Since 2015
Living Wage Employer: Accredited
Since 2013
Why these accreditations matter
Together, these awards and accreditations demonstrate that we have:
- A consistent commitment to ethical and responsible banking.
- A strong, stable and well‑governed organisation.
- A customer‑focused culture built on trust and service excellence.
- A workplace where colleagues feel valued and supported.
- A commitment to advancing gender quality in the workplace.
- A long‑term dedication to social, economic and environmental impact.
They form a credible, multi‑year track record that reinforces our position as a leader in values‑based banking and reflect the impact we strive to deliver every day.
Our customers say it best
Customer Stories
Learn more about our Impact
Explore the Unity Impact Hub to understand the difference our lending creates, and use our Impact Toolkit to measure and grow your own impact.
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Our awards and accreditations demonstrate the strength, integrity and impact behind everything we do. If you want your money to create positive change, we’re here to help.
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