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Top Employers in NJ: Forbes' 2024 List
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The best companies to work for in New Jersey, according to Forbes' 2024 list of Best Employers By State; top 25 includes H&R Block, Wegmans, TD Bank, Google, Microsoft, Atlantic Health Systems & more.
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Forbes recently released its annual list of the Best Employers By State for 2024, and several New Jersey-based companies have emerged as leaders in creating workplaces that prioritize employee satisfaction and retention. This ranking, which involved surveying over 160,000 employees across the United States, highlights the top organizations that are successfully fostering positive work environments.
The Top 10:
H&R Block
Wegmans Food Markets
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
TD Bank
Stryker
Morgan Stanley
Google
Merk & Co.
IBM
Johnson & Johnson
Leading New Jersey Employers
Topping the list of companies headquartered in New Jersey is TD Bank, headquartered in Cherry Hill. Ranking 4th overall in the state, TD Bank is a major player in the banking and financial services industry with over 103,000 employees nationwide. The company, led by CEO Bharat Masrani, is recognized for its commitment to employee development and a supportive corporate culture.
Close behind, in the 8th position, is Merck & Co., a pharmaceutical giant based in Kenilworth. With a workforce of 29,000 employees, Merck continues to make significant strides in the biotechnology and drug development sectors under the leadership of CEO Robert M. Davis. The company's emphasis on innovation and employee welfare has earned it a high spot on the list.
Johnson & Johnson, another pharmaceutical leader based in New Brunswick, ranks 10th in the state. The company, which has been a cornerstone of the New Jersey business community since its founding in 1886, employs over 48,000 people. Under CEO Joaquin Duato, Johnson & Johnson has maintained a strong focus on employee health and safety, contributing to its high ranking.
Top Employers, #11-20:
11. Allstate 12. Rutgers University 13. Hilton Worldwide Holdings 14. Microsoft 15. Weichert Realtors 16. Apple 17. Costco Wholesale 18. Atlantic Health System 19. Selective Insurance 20. Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Rutgers University, New Jersey's flagship public university, also made the list, ranking 12th. Located in New Brunswick, Rutgers employs over 23,000 individuals. Led by President Jonathan Holloway, the university is known for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, alongside offering comprehensive benefits to its employees.
In the healthcare sector, Atlantic Health System is another standout, ranking 18th in the state. Based in Morristown, the organization employs 18,000 people and is led by CEO Brian Gragnolati. Atlantic Health System's focus on patient care and employee wellness has solidified its reputation as a top employer in New Jersey.
Rounding out the top New Jersey-based employers is Weichert Realtors, headquartered in Morris Plains and ranked 15th. The real estate company, founded by Jim Weichert in 1969, is recognized for its strong corporate culture and commitment to employee success in the competitive business services industry.
Top Employers, #21-30:
21. Verizon Communications 22. BAYADA Home Health Care 23. New Jersey Transit 24. Lockheed Martin 25. Automatic Data Processing 26. Inspira Health Network 27. KPMG 28. JP Morgan Chase 29. FedEx 30. United Health Group
Other Noteworthy Employers in New Jersey
Several other companies with significant operations in New Jersey also made the top 25. These include Selective Insurance in Branchville, ranked 19th; Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey in Newark, ranked 20th; and New Jersey Transit, also based in Newark, at the 23rd spot.
These organizations, spanning diverse industries from healthcare and insurance to transportation and technology, have all been recognized for their efforts to create supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environments.
Methodology
Forbes, in collaboration with Statista, compiled the rankings based on extensive surveys conducted with employees across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. The surveys assessed factors such as willingness to recommend one's employer, workplace conditions, compensation, and opportunities for growth. Companies were then ranked based on the feedback, with greater weight given to recent data and responses from current employees.
This year's list serves as a testament to the enduring commitment of these New Jersey employers to fostering environments where employees feel valued and motivated to contribute to their organizations' success.
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