Manchester firm Pannone has again emerged as the highest placed law firm in The Sunday Times’ latest 100 Best Companies To Work For survey.

Pannone dropped from third last year to fifth in 2008 but retained its position as the highest-ranked law firm, notching up its fifth consecutive year in the top 10. The firm was praised in the survey for creating one of the UK’s best working environments, with 85% of staff highlighting the clear definition of individuals’ roles as a key strength.