Race & Ethnicity
Q&A with Isabel Nze: Bruin Intern 2024
Bruin is proud to have collaborated with 10,000 Black Interns programme since 2021 and continue to value our partnership with this outstanding initiative. This initiative aims to transform the horizons and prospects of young Black people in the United Kingdom by offering paid work experience across a wide range of industries. The aim is to provide training…
Read More10,000 Black Interns 2024
Bruin is proud to be taking part in the 2024 10,000 Black Interns programme. This initiative aims to transform the horizons and prospects of young Black people in the United Kingdom by offering paid work experience across a wide range of industries. The aim is to provide training and development opportunities and to create a sustainable cycle…
Read MoreTalk About Black Debate: Does Minority Background Influence Hiring Decisions?
To celebrate Black History Month ,’Talk About Black’ (TAB) hosted a thought-provoking debate around the challenging question: ‘Does being from a minority background influence hiring decisions?’ Bruin were proud sponsors of the event. Carlos Pereira, Chief Privacy Officer of Willis Towers Watson (WTW) opened the evening by emphasising TAB’s mission to drive action and meaningful…
Read MoreThe Implications of Automation on Employment: Ensuring Diversity and Equal Opportunities in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.
The introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) holds great potential for enhancing productivity, creating new employment opportunities, and elevating overall living standards throughout society. However, a crucial concern arises regarding the eradication of routine and manual roles from human workers to machines. This raises the question of how such a transformation might impact already vulnerable groups,…
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 MoreHappy 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…
Read MoreJuneteenth and the fight for racial justice
Two years ago President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, which establishes a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the US. So what is Juneteenth and how can you celebrate it? What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is short for June 19th, 1865, which marks the day federal troops arrived in…
Read MoreAnti-racism resources
“Every voice raised against racism chips away at its power. We can’t afford to stay silent.” ― Reni Eddo-Lodge Racism is a historical, deep-rooted problem that affects all areas of our society. Bruin stands in solidarity beside Black and minoritised people worldwide, with a commitment to fighting for institutional change. Within the financial sector, including…
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…
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