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June is Pride Month, which is much more than the flags and parades. It serves as a timely reminder to identify employers that truly champion diversity during your job search. As Kate Headford, Head of the HR division at Tiger, says, “inclusive employers will create space for you to thrive as your full, authentic self”.
Your LinkedIn feed is most likely flooded with pages posting facts, diversity figures or reports about Pride Month, but how do you spot a truly inclusive employer behind these statements?
1. From the job description
A lot of the time, the first time you’re introduced to a company is through a job description. This is a good opportunity to get a real feeling about how they portray themselves. If you read between the lines, you can tell a lot about what a company believes. HR Magazine reports that 84% of jobseekers in the UK say they judge a company on its recruitment process.
Take note of the language they use, is it inclusive? Are they using language like “seasoned” or “native English speaker” instead of focusing on skills and qualifications?
2. Representation at all levels
One of the great things about social media is the ability to find plenty of information about your potential future employer. Use this to your advantage and search LinkedIn or look at the team page on their website to learn about the company background. Who is leading teams, who is at the top and who is in decision-making roles? Is there gender diversity in their leadership? If you see patterns with who has the ‘power’, this could be a clear indication of a company’s position towards diversity, not everyone practices what they preach.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is not just a set of values that a company can differentiate itself with, they are expectations. Good employers shouldn’t just welcome differences, they should cultivate workplaces that allow people to thrive because of them.
3. Transparency
Transparency is key when evaluating employers that claim to celebrate diversity. Look for companies that openly share their diversity policies or publish clear statements detailing the actions they’re taking to promote inclusion and how they plan on doing this. It’s not just about what they say, it’s about what they do. This is the perfect moment to bring all your research together. You’ve identified their policies; now ask yourself, are these values reflected at every level of the organisation? Do their communications reinforce their commitment to diversity?
Moreover, look at employers who don’t claim to be doing everything right, but they’re on a journey to do better.
4. Benefits and support
Benefit packages give an insight into what businesses value. If you’re looking for a diverse employer, you want to be looking beyond a free fruit basket or pizza every Thursday. Do they offer reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities or other needs? What is their shared parental leave policy? This can be a useful insight into the policies companies value.
If you’re struggling to find what you need to decide if an employer is truly inclusive, you can also ask questions during an interview, which will give you a better understanding of the company’s approach to DEI.
- “How does the company support diverse communities, including LGBTQ+ employees?”
- “Can you tell me about any DEI initiatives the business is currently involved in?”
- “How is inclusion measured?”
Whether you’re searching for a company that aligns with your values or seeking support in navigating inclusive employers, our consultants can help.
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