📈 The percentage of people from lower socio-economic backgrounds in senior roles in #financialservices has increased from 26% to 28%. 📈 Today we launch Progress Together’s 2024 data report - Shaping the Sector - a study of 200,000 financial services employees in the UK. It shows that cracks are beginning to show in the financial services ‘class ceiling’ but there’s still work to be done. Some other key findings from the report – which was compiled in collaboration with our data partner Bridge Group - include: 🔹 58% of employees are sharing socio-economic background data, up from 49% in 2023. 🔹Levels of socio-economic diversity reduce as seniority increases: 58% of those at senior levels are from a higher socio-economic background, compared with 45% at junior levels. 🔹The proportion who attended an independent school is 21% among those in senior positions – three times the national percentage of 6.5%. 🔹White men from higher socio-economic backgrounds are 33 times more likely to be found in senior roles in financial services compared with ethnic minority women from a lower socio-economic background. 🔹People from a higher socio-economic background are promoted on average six months faster than those from a lower socio-economic background. We’re working with financial services firms and advising them to: 🔹Set goals and be accountable for change. 🔹Explore the relationship between socio-economic background and performance. 🔹Develop talent and leadership. 🔹Implement policies and approaches that measure and ensure greater equality in work / client / project distribution by socio-economic background. 🔹Explore the experiences and perspectives of employees to help inform action. A diverse corporate culture is associated with a wide range of benefits including: 🔹Better decision making through reducing groupthink 🔹Being better placed to serve the needs of customers from all backgrounds 🔹Greater productivity and business success while reducing recruitment costs 🔹The ability to attract top talent from the widest possible pool of candidates You can find out more in the full report: https://lnkd.in/eU3TvjNy Help to build a more inclusive financial services sector. Find out more about becoming a member: https://lnkd.in/eiqehtHS #ShapingtheSector #ProgressTogether #SocialMobility
Progress Together
Financial Services
Driving socio-economic diversity at senior level across UK financial services
About us
Progress Together is a membership body that is the first of its kind to focus on senior level, socio-economic diversity progression and retention for those in the Financial Services sector. Progress Together help will level the playing field and support employers, enabling them to share best practice with peers and clients, benchmark against each other in a safe environment, and drive collective efforts. It aims to create a financial services sector in the United Kingdom in which everyone working in it, from all socio-economic backgrounds, is both enabled and has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
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🏃♂️ Shaping the Sector: A Marathon, Not a Sprint! 🏃♀️ Our new report, "Shaping the Sector," sheds light on the importance of socio-economic diversity among senior leaders in the financial services sector. This journey is not a sprint; it’s a marathon that requires persistent effort, dedication, and collaboration. While we’ve made progress, there is still much work to be done. Embracing diversity at the leadership level enriches our industry and drives innovation and resilience. If you haven’t read the report yet, now is the time! Read here: https://lnkd.in/eU3TvjNy 🌟 Join Progress Together as a member and be part of this crucial mission. Together, we can create a more inclusive financial services sector for everyone. https://lnkd.in/eHFxvwa6 #ShapingTheSector #DiversityAndInclusion #SocioEconomicDiversity #ProgressTogether #InclusionMatters #FinancialServices
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📸 New photos from the VOICE launch are here! 🎉 What an incredible evening at the launch of the VOICE Report! We're proud to have collaborated with The London School of Economics (LSE) and HSBC to deliver this impactful report. VOICE brings attention to the barriers and opportunities for individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds in financial services, providing an action-oriented plan for change. Together, we can create a future where socio-economic background no longer limits career potential. 💼✨ A huge thank you to our speakers and panellists: Dr Heather Melville, OBE, CMgr, CCMI Zeeshan Hussain, Stuart White, Sophie Hulm, Dr Grace Lordan, Jose Carvalho. Biral Joshi and Nikita. 🔗 Explore the VOICE Report and check out the new event photos here: https://lnkd.in/e_2JSwV7 #ProgressTogether #FinancialServices #Inclusion #SocialMobility #Leadership #Diversity #HSBC #LSE
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🌍 Have you missed the launch of our latest report, Shaping the Sector? 🌍 Here is a key finding from the report! 📊 📈 The percentage of individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds in senior roles within the UK #financialservices sector has risen from 26% to 28%. While this is a step in the right direction, there’s still much more progress to be made. At Progress Together, we’re committed to breaking down barriers and ensuring socio-economic diversity is a top priority across the sector. Let’s keep working together to make lasting change. 💼💪 Read the full report: https://lnkd.in/eU3TvjNy Become a member today: https://lnkd.in/eHFxvwa6 #ShapingTheSector #DiversityAndInclusion #SocioEconomicDiversity #ProgressTogether #InclusionMatters #FinancialServices
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📸 New photos from our data report launch are now live on our website! On 2nd October, we hosted an incredible event at DLA Piper, where over 50 CEOs and ExCo sponsors from Progress Together member firms gathered for the launch of our new data report, #ShapingTheSector. The report reveals a significant increase in the representation of individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds in senior roles within financial services—rising from 26% to 28%. With data from 200,000 #FinancialServices employees, this is the largest study of its kind globally. A huge thank you to our event speakers: Sophie Hulm, Nik Miller, Mark Hoban, and Vincent Keaveny CBE. Your insights were invaluable in driving this conversation forward. Take a look at the full selection of event photos: https://lnkd.in/ecKxT9Fb #ShapingTheSector #ProgressTogether #SocialMobility #DiversityAndInclusion
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In case you missed it – Our new report, #ShapingTheSector, went live yesterday! 📊✨ This is the largest global study examining the link between socio-economic background and progression to senior positions in UK financial services, with 200,000 respondents from our member firms contributing valuable insights. We’re proud to share findings that reveal the key challenges and opportunities for driving real change across the industry. 👀 Have you had a chance to explore it yet? If not, now’s your chance to dive into the data that could help shape a more inclusive and equitable future for us all. 📖 Read the full report: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eU3TvjNy Is your organisation ready to be part of the movement for progress? Join us today: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eiqehtHS 💬 Let us know what stood out to you in the report in the comments below #ProgressTogether #ShapingTheSector #SocialMobility #DiversityAndInclusion #FinancialServices
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Socio-economic diversity in financial services is on the rise, but there’s still work to be done. Read our latest report #ShapingTheSector, which highlights this ongoing journey. An inclusive culture benefits individuals, businesses, and the economy as a whole. Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ecKxT9Fb #ShapingTheSector #ProgressTogether #SocialMobility
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We're here at DLA Piper, where we've brought together more than 50 CEOs and ExCo sponsors from Progress Together member firms. They're discussing our new data report - Shaping the Sector - which was launched today. It reveals that the percentage of people from lower socio-economic backgrounds in senior roles in financial services has increased from 26% to 28%. The report, which includes data from 200,000 #FinancialServices employees, is the largest study of its kind in the world. You can read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/ecKxT9Fb #ShapingtheSector #ProgressTogether #SocialMobility
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🚨 Only 1 day to go until the launch of our new data report! We’re excited to welcome all of our invited guests tomorrow as we unveil our most comprehensive report to date at Progress Together. 📊 This report provides groundbreaking insights into the state of socio-economic diversity in financial services. By identifying barriers to progression and outlining actionable steps for businesses, we aim to foster a more inclusive and equitable sector where success isn’t defined by background. The full report will be available tomorrow—be sure to check back on this page to access it! 👀 https://lnkd.in/ecKxT9Fb #ReportLaunch #ProgressTogether #SocialMobility #DataReport
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A very successful launch of the Accelerated Progress Programme earlier this month! This unique 12-month collaborative learning initiative is designed to empower high-performing middle managers from low socio-economic backgrounds, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to progress into senior leadership roles. Crafted by us Progress Together and sponsored by Nationwide Building Society, in partnership with Paragon Banking Group PLC, Yorkshire Building Society, and Coventry Building Society the programme is expertly delivered by TLC Lions. The launch event featured inspiring speeches, panel discussions, and valuable networking sessions, all aimed at driving progress on diversity and inclusion. A huge thank you to everyone involved in making this initiative a reality—we’re ready to take the next step towards remarkable outcomes through collaboration and leadership! Curious about our mission? Stay tuned as we will soon launch our Shaping the Sector report, detailing the link between socio-economic background and progression to senior roles in UK financial services. The case for change has never been stronger! 👉 Here’s to a brighter, more inclusive future! #SocialMobility #Leadership #ProgressTogether #APP #NationalInclusionWeek