The Equality Act 2010 protects against direct and indirect discrimination, harassment and victimisation in work and education. Diversity targets are an effective way for companies to track the diversity of their employees and ensure they are being inclusive and not discriminative. Below are some examples of diversity goals that companies have going into the new […]
Your job advert is the first communication between your company and a potential candidate. It’s your chance to sell the job to them and make them want to apply. So it’s a shame that so many employers miss out key info and inclusive language that could make them more attractive to job seekers. In a […]
Mental health issues can affect anyone at any point in their lives, with approximately 1 in 4 in the UK experiencing symptoms each year and an estimated 14.3% of deaths worldwide per year being attributable to the illness. Although anyone can be affected, there are groups of people that are significantly more at risk, including […]
The tech sector is one of the UK’s fastest growing industries, with the value reaching $1 trillion in March this year. With this growth comes elevated need for highly-skilled candidates, however currently supply isn’t meeting this demand and we’re experiencing a tech gap. Last year alone over 2 million tech jobs were left vacant. The […]
To many people, the idea of a job interview sparks feelings of anxiety and dread. After all, it’s often the only time you get to sell yourself to your potential employer. However, on average, only 2% of people who apply for a job get selected to go for an interview, so remember that your CV […]
Over the last few years, diversity and inclusion training has solidified a place on most large companies training lists. This trend has led to D&I training becoming a lucrative industry with many companies offering training courses and instructors. However, many people and studies have raised the question as to whether diversity training actually has the […]
June is the official UK Pride Month each year, and this year is extra special as the UK marks its 50th year of Pride. The month presents a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ movement’s achievements and accomplishments, and recognise and reflect on the struggle for equality. However, despite the huge progress which has been made, […]
Burns Sheehan are a specialist technology recruitment agency who are committed to improving diversity and inclusion within their workplace. They are also passionate about helping and advising their clients who are on their own D&I journeys, by providing advice, resources and initiating conversations with their tech community through their events and podcasts. Throughout this article, […]
A diverse and inclusive workplace is one which allows all employees to feel supported, valued and able to reach their full potential. By nurturing employees and creating an inclusive culture, a business can experience many benefits, varying from financial and business related to employee satisfaction and retention. In this article we look at the importance […]
Evidence shows that having a more diverse workforce can have a huge positive impact on a business. McKinsey’s Diversity Matters report found that companies with a high level of cultural and ethnic diversity were 33% more likely to outperform their competitors. However, achieving a genuinely diverse recruitment process is a difficult task for many companies. […]