Mark.Freed / 26 May 2017
We were excited to host a workshop for Senior Female Leaders with Fiona Murden an experienced Occupational Psychologist and Executive Coach. Many thanks to Bank of Montreal who kindly hosted the event for us in their city office. The topic ‘Becoming a better version of yourself’,...
Read moreMark.Freed / 22 May 2017
Over recent years, much legislation has been introduced to ensure a fairer and more diverse working environment, including the requirements for large firms to publish gender pay gap data, and the Women in Finance charter. Will such work be safe after the election? In the past week, three major...
Read moreMark.Freed / 20 May 2017
How did you hear about E2W? I was in-between jobs, the market was quiet, and I was finding it difficult to get interviews. CV’s can get ‘lost’ in the Banking recruitment systems and experienced women can fall between the gaps. Last year I...
Read moreMark.Freed / 17 May 2017
In April, the merits of gender quotas versus those of gender targets were discussed. While the benefits of quotas can be questioned, governments have introduced meaningful legislation and support for gender equality in financial services. Currently, European countries lead the way in increasing female representation across all levels in...
Read moreTina.Freed / 12 May 2017
We had a great E2W Risk Team meeting on Wednesday (10 May) focussed on the 3 lines of defence model. Interesting discussion on the issues of reward, what success looks like, how we embed a risk culture and ‘ownership’, and the cultural shift required. The team...
Read moreMark.Freed / 08 May 2017
Absolutely delighted that we have been shortlisted for The Recruiter of the Year in the Women in Finance Awards. This category recognises the recruitment firm that has championed equal pay and diversity in financial recruitment. Well done team E2W, thanks to our members and clients. http://www.womeninfinance.co...
Read moreMark.Freed / 08 May 2017
Last week The Times released their list of top 50 employers for women in 2017. Those included in the list are recognised for their efforts towards gender equality in the workplace, and aiming for a gender balance at all levels. Included are financial services employers like Barclays, HSBC, State Street...
Read moreMark.Freed / 01 May 2017
Take part in the 2017 Women in Finance Survey The Gadhia Report was published a year ago and nearly 3,500 people – men and women – contributed to the work. In 2017, this is your opportunity to identify a range of issues that organisations must address in order to develop a fully...
Read moreMark.Freed / 01 May 2017
Last week’s post began by referencing Jayne-Anne Gahdia’s views that the ‘brotherhood’ and the ‘old-boys network’ are prominent factors in holding women back in business. So, what about the men? Why should gender diversity matter, and how can everyone contribute in the...
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