2026 Inspiring Workplaces winners in the UK, Ireland, Europe, Australasia, Asia, Middle East & Africa announced!
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COS Europe

COS is a fashion brand offering a wardrobe of ready-to-wear and accessories for women and men.

Guided by our core values, we believe championing diversity leads to inspiration and creativity. We are on a mission to become an industry-leading workplace, fostering an inclusive culture for our customers, colleagues and community.

Organisation size: Large (500 – 4999)
Sector: Retail
Website: cos.com

2026 Accolades

  • 2026 Europe Winner

2025 Accolades

  • 2025 Europe Winner

Submission highlights

This year’s strongest elements as indicated by our independent judges.

  • Wellbeing

  • Employee Voice

  • Comment from the judges

    Thank you for your submission, COS Europe, it made for a great reading! I appreciated the shift of your EPA Awards from recognising individuals to spotlighting high‑performing teams, and can see how that makes for a strong cultural statement. It was great to read about the unwavering intention and drive behind your initiatives, and I particularly applaud you for how you make every day experiences meaningful for your people.

  • Comment from the judges

    The retail space comes with unique challenges, and it’s inspiring to see how you foster a fun, inclusive, and diverse working culture across regions. Your strong focus on inclusion and gender neutrality is particularly advanced compared to other entries, which is commendable.

  • Comment from the judges

    Well-being initiatives, like Mental Health Awareness Workshops for managers, are impactful and foster a supportive work environment.