Redefining Recruitment
Redefining Recruitment
March marks Women’s History Month. It signifies a time to reflect on the contributions of women throughout history, celebrating their ongoing impact in society. This year’s theme focuses on highlighting women who tell our stories. Areas where women have made significant strides in, is within media/Marketing, HR, and senior-level roles. The responsibilities within these roles, rely heavily on telling our stories and shaping our world. However, despite these achievements, women still face significant barriers in these fields. We still have a lot of work to do to ensure that we actively recruit and retain women in these positions.
Media and Marketing are two fields where women are making an impact in significant ways. They are shaping the way we consume and engage with media, from advertising to social media. Women in marketing create inclusive strategies that reflect diverse consumer needs, setting the tone for public discourse. More women in these roles will lead to a more inclusive representation of marginalized groups across media, reflecting the real world. These women are breaking down stereotypes and challenging long-held assumptions about what makes good content.
HR is another field where women are making a significant impact. As HR leaders, women create inclusive workplaces and policies that support the diverse needs of employees. They are increasingly visible and influential, shaping organizational cultures and advocating for policies that support women and other marginalized groups. This includes promoting parental leave, flexible working arrangements, and more opportunities for career development.
Women are also beginning to make headway in senior-level roles, including CEO positions. However, less than a third of the UK’s top jobs are filled by women. Women in these positions are often tasked with leading major organisations and shaping the direction of entire industries. Ensuring we adopt more inclusive working styles and policies, offering clear routes for career progression we can see more women in top jobs. By highlighting women in these top roles, we can pave the way for future generations of women to follow in these footsteps.
Despite these achievements, women still face significant barriers in these fields. Many women report experiencing discrimination and bias, including unequal pay and lack of opportunities for development. However, we can take steps to help recruit more women into these fields and ensure that we actively support and value them.
One seemingly obvious way to support women working in roles responsible for telling our stories is to actively recruit women for these positions! This could include offering apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and scholarships to women interested in technical fields. Organisations can also prioritize gender diversity when hiring for leadership positions, and provide support and training to women in these roles.
Another way to support women is to advocate for policies that are more inclusive and consider the barriers women face in the workplace. This could include flexible work arrangements, paid parental leave, and policies that promote equal pay and equal opportunities for progression.
In summary, Women’s History Month is an important time to recognise the contributions of women in society and those working to tell our stories and advocate for change. Women are breaking down barriers and shaping the direction of entire industries. However, there is still much work to be done to ensure that we continue to recruit and support women in these fields. By working with inclusive clients and actively recruiting for and supporting women, we at Allstaff can help ensure that women continue to make significant contributions across industries for generations to come.
