Hiring managers of both sexes are more likely to pick male candidates over better qualified female counterparts for STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) roles, a study shows.
Almost half of female workers between the ages of 18 and 34 report facing gender barriers in their careers, more than any other age group surveyed, according to a study by recruitment company Robert...
A disproportionate focus on gender in the diversity debate means other areas risk falling behind, says Liz Bingham, EY's managing partner for talent in the UK and Ireland.
A 'role model revolution' is needed to bring more women into executive positions, according to the chief executive of Chartered Management Institute (CMI).
Executive search organisations are not putting women forward for executive roles, despite having sufficient competence for the roles, an expert has warned.
This month marks three years since the publication of the Davies Report into women on boards, and one year before FTSE 100 companies are meant to have reached the 25% target. With latest figures...
HR directors hiring boardroom talent should ensure 'diversity of thought' is among the most important within a list of six aims, a report has suggested.
This month marks three years since the publication of the Davies Report into women on boards, and one year before FTSE 100 companies are meant to have reached the 25% target. With latest figures...
Universities should review their approach to academic appointments and promotions to ensure talented women can progress to senior positions, a group of Cambridge University academics have urged.
Employers are less likely to appoint female directors if a vacant post was previously held by a man, research suggests.
Older workers bring commercial benefits to organisations because they are more reliable, have broad life skills and bring balance to workplace culture, the HR director of a leading building society...
A Labour government could introduce quotas for women and ethnic minorities to address inequalities within boardrooms, the shadow business secretary has said.
