Happy Pride Month from James Williams 🌈

As Pride Month unfolds, I want to take a moment to express my deep appreciation for Bruin and the significance of this month for me as a gay, Black man. Working here has not only provided me with a rewarding professional experience but has also fostered an environment where my identity is celebrated, valued, and…

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The UK’s first peer-to-peer LGBTQ+ business network for the recruitment industry was formally launched!

Last month, something truly magical happened…   Campaign LGBTQ+ – the UK’s first peer-to-peer LGBTQ+ business network for the recruitment industry – was formally launched!   Our mission is to empower LGBTQ+ people to build successful careers in recruitment, search, and selection – regardless of their level. We’re about opening the circle for LGBTQ+ recruitment…

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Bank Of England: Out And Proud Charter

Out and Proud Charter The central bank announced its new Out and Proud initiative during an LGBT+ Network of Networks breakfast in London on July 25, as the City of London steps up efforts to promote diversity and inclusion. The Bank of England’s Out and Proud Charter is a public commitment to supporting LGBT+ colleagues, and includes…

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InterInvest: LGBTQ+ in Investment Management

Bruin is proud to be a founding member of InterInvest, an industry led initiative that focuses specifically on LGBT+ diversity and inclusion. InterInvest is made up of LGBT+ people and allies that work in the investment industry, who care about the LGBT+ experience in investment.  We know LGBT+ people work in every part of the investment…

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Ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for LGBT+ candidates

Follow the Law Be cognizant of and comply with UK law prohibiting discrimination against candidates based on sexual orientation during the recruiting, interviewing, and/or hiring process. Ensure that diversity / non-discrimination statements on job descriptions and adverts explicitly list “sexual orientation and gender identity or gender expression” as protected characteristics.   Avoid Heterosexism Do not…

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