In her latest blog, Jane argues for the competitive advantages law firms can gain by hiring disabled professionals, noting their under-representation in the sector. She identifies five key benefits, including access to untapped talent, improved retention, reduced legal risks, enhanced client relationships, and a stronger position in procurement, emphasizing that inclusion drives business success.
Category: Attracting Disabled Candidates
Jane Hatton's blog emphasizes the importance of salary transparency in recruitment. She argues that vague terms like "competitive" deter job seekers and advocates for clear salary disclosures to promote fairness and inclusivity. Transparency not only attracts suitable candidates but also enhances employer branding and helps address pay gaps, especially for disabled individuals.
The article emphasizes that success in AI-driven workplaces hinges on decision-making rather than coding skills. It argues that professionals with disabilities often possess unique lived experiences that enhance problem-solving and critical thinking, making them well-equipped for AI collaboration. The focus is on human-led approaches and including diverse perspectives to improve outcomes.
The government is revamping its Disability Confident scheme to enhance workplace inclusion for disabled individuals. While the original scheme faced criticism for ineffectiveness, the new version will require employers to progress within two years and incorporate disabled individuals' feedback. It can be a valuable tool if employers are committed to meaningful inclusion practices.
This week, we share a guest blog from Steve McNally, award-winning Business Writer. Steve explains why effective recruitment ads must connect with people on an emotional and neurological level, and how a storytelling approach is key to attracting a broad talent pool and fostering inclusivity. Image description: A yellow outline of a human head, brain, … Continue reading How To Write Inclusive Job Ads For Human Beings
Finding the best person for the job is tough, and in today's market, a well-written advert is key. But a great ad does more than just attract top talent; it creates a welcoming space for everyone, including disabled candidates. Evenbreak's Anna Masefield and Mahomed Khatri are here to guide you on how to craft inclusive … Continue reading How To Craft Job Ads To Attract Disabled Talent
NFU Mutual is one of the inclusive employers that advertise job roles on Evenbreak. We are delighted to share that NFU Mutual has been named a ‘Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023’ for the 8th year running. The Gallup Awards recognise the most engaged workplace cultures in the world: those organisations that transform their workplaces by putting people at … Continue reading NFU Mutual named as a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023
Pictured (from left to right): Simon Minty, Diane Lightfoot, Jane Hatton, Dr Nasser Siabi and Jemma Redden Evenbreak won the Disability Smart Inclusive Workplace Experience Award at the Disability Smart Awards 2023 last week. Evenbreak received the Business Disability Forum (BDF) award at a live-streamed ceremony hosted by Freshfields in London and sponsored by Microlink. … Continue reading Evenbreak wins Disability Smart Inclusive Workplace Experience Award
At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are very proud to have created a work environment that embraces individuality. We celebrate our differences and applaud imagination and innovation. Why is it important to Sanofi to employ disabled people? It is important to … Continue reading Diversity and Inclusion at Sanofi
Keeping Britain moving and building a better railway for the future is full of challenges – but also tremendous opportunities. At Network Rail, we believe investing in our people is one of the most effective ways of improving the safety, reliability and efficiency of the railway. Why is it important to Network Rail to employ … Continue reading Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail