At RELX, we are building a culture of recognition that celebrates both the excellent work across the organisation and important employee milestones. Noelle Simon, Head of Reward, explains, “when we take time to recognise each other, we strengthen our connections and build a community where we all feel included and valued.”

One of the ways we do this is through our recognition platform, Spotlight, which plays a vital role in connecting employees across RELX, and helps make it quick and easy to recognise each other.

By recognising excellence, we are creating an environment where everyone feels valued and inspired to perform at their best, ultimately driving our collective success. Spotlight also allows people managers to acknowledge outstanding contributions by awarding points that can be redeemed immediately for digital gift cards or locally sourced products. Points can also be saved or donated through charity and community initiatives.

Lisa Keith, Implementation Leader of Spotlight and Head of Reward for Risk, shares: “I feel honoured to be part of a culture where recognition is celebrated so genuinely. We encourage our employees to join, engage, and be part of a growing community that recognises and celebrates each other.”

Many of our colleagues are enthusiastic about sharing their experiences of recognition at RELX.

Shelley Jeffcoat, Risk, US

Spotlight is my go-to for turning everyday wins into shared momentum recognition that sparks engagement, boosts morale and reminds people their work truly matters. In seconds I can tag a colleague, drop in a fun GIF, and let the whole organisation celebrate right along with us.

I post often, thanking project partners, highlighting birthdays and anniversaries, and showcasing RELX Leadership Excellence. I’ve felt the other side, too: when our Brand Marketing team recognised my collaboration on the 25-year LexisNexis Risk Solutions celebration, that alert lit up my screen, and my day, validating the work that made the milestone unforgettable.

Because anyone can give or receive kudos, Spotlight stitches us together as one RELX community. Some recognitions come with points you can redeem later, turning a quick “thank you” into a tangible reward.

Our recognition platform turns a simple thank-you and the perfect GIF into lasting culture. One click, unlimited impact.

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Ho Swee Wei, Legal, Singapore

I firmly believe that recognition plays a vital role in fostering a strong sense of belonging and enhancing psychological safety in the workplace. These elements are crucial in unlocking individual potential and driving company growth. When people feel seen and appreciated, they’re more motivated to contribute meaningfully.

I’ve used Spotlight to acknowledge colleagues who went above and beyond their goals and role. It was important to highlight their dedication and teamwork, and doing so publicly helped amplify their impact across the team. I have also been recognised and it was incredibly uplifting. Knowing that someone took the time to appreciate my efforts made me feel valued and connected. It’s a small gesture that carries a big emotional return.

The platform is intuitive and accessible - whether you’re sending a quick thank-you or celebrating a milestone, it only takes a few clicks. It helps us celebrate service anniversaries, birthdays and new joiners in a way that’s inclusive and visible. It strengthens our sense of community, especially in a global organisation like RELX.

Spotlight turns everyday appreciation into a shared celebration. It’s not just about recognition - it’s about building a culture where gratitude is visible, meaningful, and contagious.

Alvin Mendoza, RELX, Philippines

It is important that employees feel valued. While we constantly remind team members to value our customers, it is crucial that they also feel motivated. We do this through recognition. Spotlight has brought so much value into the way we recognise and reward team members.

I've used the platform for various reasons, including recognising a team member who collaborated to complete a project, and a team member who was praised by a customer for providing excellent service. I've also recognised a colleague who celebrated a milestone with RELX. I've been recognised myself too, which gave me boost and increased motivation.

RELX is a great place to work because it encourages employees to be well rounded - productive, motivated, business-minded, customer centric and agile.

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Nicole Godfrey, STM, Australia

Recognition is vital because it motivates individuals, reinforces positive behaviours and creates a supportive, engaged workplace culture. It helps team members feel valued for their contributions, which in turn boosts morale, productivity and overall team cohesion.

I love that I can recognise colleagues from across the business, regardless of their role. It makes appreciating everyone's efforts easy and inclusive.

I have recognised colleagues for their amazing customer support, teamwork and reaching important project & personal milestones. Celebrating these wins really keeps the energy high and encourages everyone to keep doing their best. Honestly, giving recognition feels even more rewarding than receiving it. Showing appreciation really helps build a positive vibe and strengthens our team spirit.

I’ve been recognised for my efforts in driving regional initiatives. It made me feel appreciated and motivated to continue making a positive impact. Recognition reinforces that my work contributes to the broader team’s success.

Recognising and celebrating each other's achievements creates a more connected, motivated, and thriving team - every recognition counts.

Ana Beatriz Machado Elia, RX, Brazil

Recognition reminds us that what we do matters. It boosts confidence, motivates the team and keeps everyone feeling seen and valued. And let’s be honest, a “well done” never gets old.

Our tool is quick, intuitive and doesn’t take more than a minute to make someone’s day. It’s a great way of saying “I see your effort” when people go the extra mile.

I've also been recognised and it felt amazing. In the middle of a challenging moment, that recognition reminded me of my purpose and gave me a huge energy boost.

Recognition tools are useful for building a community. They help humanise the workplace, connect people across regions and keep the culture alive, even remotely.

Spotlight is a great initiative that celebrates the small (and big!) moments that make our work more meaningful. I’m happy to contribute and be part of a culture that values recognition and connection.

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Paresh Gandhi, Corporate, UK

Recognition is an important part of the employee experience. There is wide evidence showing how positive employee experience correlates with higher productivity, improved talent retention and better customer outcomes.

On a more human level, recognition in my opinion also increases visibility, inspiration and improves morale/motivation to continually perform and grow, not just for the individual being recognised, but also infectiously across their colleagues and wider business communities.

Spotlight is a nice way to say thank you and recognise a colleague's valuable contributions, and the fact that there are tangible rewards for the recipient are a bonus. The GIFs are also fun and bring a smile every time.

It is also useful for recognising contributions in real time, rather than waiting for more formal feedback processes. It's a great, convenient and fun way of saying thank you to a colleague.