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IGD

Updated October 2026.

About IGD

Company Overview
Founded 120 years ago, with the purpose of uniting and inspiring the food sector, IGD leads the industry with trusted insights and actionable solutions. IGD empowers its partners to make better decisions that shape the future of food, ensuring its resilient and sustainable. We provide insight that drives growth: Helping businesses understand shoppers and industry trends. We bring the industry together: Connecting retailers, manufacturers and industry leaders to tackle shared challenges. We develop skills: Equipping professionals with the knowledge needed for a changing industry. We drive sustainable impact: Supporting action to create healthier, sustainable and resilient food systems.
Company Size 170 UK-based Employees
(Medium)
INDUSTRY Other
CONNECT
IGD Head Office
Watford , Hertfordshire
East England, United Kingdom

Employee Demographics

Tenure
  • <2 years - 41%
  • 2-5 years - 33%
  • 6-10 years - 11%
  • 11-15 years - 6%
  • 16-20 years - 5%
  • Over 20 years - 4%

Company Culture at IGD

The employee experience below at IGD, compared to a typical company.

62% of employees at IGD say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company.
IGD
62%
Typical Company
54%
*Responses to the statement “Taking everything into account, I would say this is a great place to work.” vs. a typical UK company.

98%

This is a physically safe place to work.

92%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.

91%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.

90%

People here are treated fairly regardless of their gender.

90%

When you join the company, you are made to feel welcome.

Working at IGD

The Wellbeing Group has hosted several walks through the year encouraging people to take a break at lunchtime.
The five-aside football team regularly get together after work for a kickabout.
We’ve hosted over 20 students from local schools as part of Feeding Britain's Future work experience programme.
Thomas Robson-Kanu spoke at our event, sharing his journey from professional footballer to founder of The Turmeric Co
At our all-staff event, we started with a celebration walk, recognising our achievements over the last 18 months
The IGD team in our head office grounds near Watford.

Getting the list of awards....

Best Workplaces Lists

Great Place To Work® is proud to recognise IGD on the following Best Workplaces Lists.

Interested in a career at IGD, or just want to know more?

To discover what sets IGD apart and explore relevant career opportunities, take a look at their website.

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