20 GENDER BALANCE LISTENING EVENTS | BDO
WHATS NEXT?
THEME
STRUCTURAL ACTIONS
The role of a People Manager (PM) and team
X Investment in PM training to ensure quality career conversations are happening. Upskill PMs on how to discuss agile working, non-linear careers and support colleagues who want to take a different route. X Internally – improve the access to mentoring across the firm, creating a true mentoring culture X Externally – improving transparency of the 30% club, who is eligible, timings and process X Structured learning available – linked to AMP, particularly after leave of absence X Improve coaching provision for key career points. X Ensuring that the agile working policy means that the agile mindset is here to stay, focusing on outputs not time in the hub. Including team leaders are not just looking at who is in the hub when they staff jobs X Networking events staying remote/online opens them up for all X Story telling about part-time working at senior levels. X Review the curriculum and identify what we already have in place that supports personal brand, style and confidence X Review the need for a specific course around understanding your style/developing confidence X Review the firm’s approach to sponsorship. Encourage, and reassure in terms of readiness for the next step X Consider introducing a recommended amount of learning each year.
The ability to access professional development (i.e. coaching, learning opportunities, mentoring)
The support structures and work life set up
Individual’s own desire for progression at a given time
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