Gender Diversity
Women in Finance Charter – Gender Diversity Plan 2023
Gender Diversity Plan Bruin recognises that diversity is imperative to all workplaces and is proud to pledge our support for gender balance across financial services. Our Gender Diversity Plan is a public commitment to maintain strong gender balance across the talent pipeline, proactively manage gender pay equity, effectively implement gender equality policies and practices, and…
Read MoreESG hiring slows after ‘explosive’ war for talent
The fierce battle between asset managers for ESG talent that has played out over the past three years is abating, with recruiters pointing to the worsening economic landscape and a backlash in the us as reason for a slowdown in hiring. Sophia Deen, associate director for investments, front office and ESG hires at Bruin Financial,…
Read MoreJoin us in supporting World Refugee Day 🤝🏽🌍
Join us in supporting World Refugee Day 🤝🏽🌍 At Bruin, we firmly believe in the power of unity and compassion. On World Refugee Day, we are proud to announce our participation in the Miles for Refugees Challenge, a British Red Cross initiative that aims to create awareness and support for refugees around the world. Did you know that…
Read MoreUnconscious Bias in the Recruitment process and how to tackle it
Unconscious bias is a type of bias that arises when an individual forms a judgment or decision based on unconscious, pre-existing beliefs or attitudes. These biases can impact every aspect of our lives, including the hiring process. In fact, a 2020 survey by LinkedIn found that 82% of hiring managers believe that unconscious bias plays…
Read MoreFulfilment in the workplace
Fulfilment in the workplace is a crucial aspect of employee satisfaction and productivity. When employees are fulfilled, they are more engaged and committed to their work, leading to higher levels of performance and job satisfaction. In this article, we will explore the importance of fulfilment in the workplace and how it can benefit both employees…
Read MoreAre Financial Services Business Keeping up with Diversity Demands?
Several Financial Services (FS) organisations are resuming hiring since the new year. However, the candidates they need are changing due to the impact of new regulations, changing customer expectations and new talent demands. According to Glassdoor, 67% of job seekers find workplace diversity a critical metric when looking for new opportunities and current employees would…
Read MoreWhat are UK FS firms doing to encourage women to come back to work after maternity leave?
Studies have shown that 27.8% of women are in full-time work or self-employed three years after childbirth, compared to 90% of new fathers. While 26% of men have been promoted or moved to a better job in the five years following childbirth, the figure is just 13% for women. These statistics beg the question: What…
Read MoreWomen in Finance Charter – Gender Diversity Plan 2022
Gender Diversity Plan Bruin recognises that diversity is imperative to all workplaces and is proud to pledge our support for gender balance across financial services. Our Gender Diversity Plan is a public commitment to maintain strong gender balance across the talent pipeline, proactively manage gender pay equity, effectively implement gender equality policies and practices, and…
Read MoreHow Financial Services can be Menopause Friendly
Did you know that women of menopausal age are the fastest growing work demographic in the UK? And that 1 in 4 working in the financial services industry will consider leaving their job due to a lack of employer support? In the latest of our D&I insights series, Bruin recently partnered with Henpicked: Menopause in…
Read MoreTalent war ‘unique’ opportunity to close gender pay gap
Hiring needs in the industry are creating an opportunity to hire more women and finally narrow the gender pay gap. However, experts say that asset managers will need to review their hiring practices in order to appeal to women more. Kirsty Pineger, head of asset management at Bruin, says “all firms are looking to hire”…
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