PROGRAMME ONE ADDRESSING THE UNDERREPRESENTATION OF BLACK TALENT WITHIN THE RECRUITMENT INDUSTRY
INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMME ONE
Programme One is a membership organisation for recruitment companies working together to collectively remove the barriers for Black recruiters
In November 2020, eight recruitment agencies came together to discuss removing the inequalities which are restricting and inhibiting the engagement of Black recruiters. They all made a commitment to collectively work towards removing inequality for Black talent within our industry.
Programme One is a positive action initiative which aims to remove the barriers in which black talent face when applying for roles within recruitment.
Our highlights...
Supported 110+ Black recruiters join the recruitment industry
New partner agencies
Awarded the ‘Best Industry Group Inclusion Advocacy Initiative’ at the 2023 Recruiter Investing in Talent Awards
Would you like to tackle the underrepresentation of Black talent in your company?
Would you like to hire more Black recruiters?
Here’s how what you can expect as a Programme One member?
Access to a talent pool of 10,000 Black recruiters
Access to new CVs each week, for potential recruitment consultants who have been prevetted and are shared with member agencies
Access to Black recruiters in wider networks that otherwise you may not have access to, such as, 10,000 Interns Foundation, the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham and the Black Apprentice Network
A free 12-month mentorship scheme to help promote retention and progression for Black recruiters
Strategy meetings with your marketing team to help push your social branding
A community of learning to help you to achieve your D&I targets and objectives
Support with tracking and collecting your D&I data to help to manage the retention of Black recruiters
We ask each agency joining Programme One to deliver against four strategic objectives...so that not only does the programme stay the length of time, but we also enable permanent change
A commitment to embedding a Diversity, Inclusion and Respect Strategy within their organisation
A commitment to removing barriers to hiring Black recruiters...so that your organisation matches the Black representation in your local community
For every Black recruit hired, there is a commitment that they have access to a mentor
A commitment to widening your talent attraction methods and techniques
OUR PARTNER AGENCIES
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AGENCY TESTIMONIALS
Here is what our current partner agencies have said about working with us...
Partnering with Programme one has been great – not only have they helped us hire multiple people across our Gravitas UK offices but are supporting our employees with their mentoring programme.
They provide a steady stream of candidates; ensure we are updated with all developments with regular catch ups and in general are a pleasure to work with. Super excited for what the future holds and how much more impact they will have for black talent in the recruitment industry!
Ryan Sullivan, Global Talent Acquisition - Associate Director
Programme One has been an invaluable partner in helping recruitment businesses build a more diverse and inclusive workforce. Their focus on bringing Black talent into the recruitment industry is not only inspiring but essential for driving meaningful change within the sector. By providing tailored development programs, mentorship, and support, Programme One helps businesses like ours tap into a wider pool of talent, enriching our teams with fresh perspectives and innovative thinking.
The impact of their work is evident in the way they empower individuals, ensuring that underrepresented voices are heard and given the opportunity to thrive. Programme One’s dedication to diversity doesn’t just benefit the talent they support it strengthens the recruitment industry as a whole. We are grateful for their partnership and proud to collaborate with an organisation so deeply committed to creating a more inclusive future.
Pierre Thompson, Talent Acquistion Consultant
OUR PROGRESS TO DATE
Here are some examples of the Black recruiters who we have supported
Retention rate across candidates placed with our partner agencies
From headhunts (16% from job advert applications)
32% 73% Women Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree
Over the past 2 years, our talent pool has grown significantly to...
10500+ entry-level Black recruiters
2400+ experienced Black recruiters
By sourcing talent via...
LinkedIn TikTok
Programme One Website
Word of Mouth & Referrals
External Networks
HIRE TESTIMONIALS
Here is what our hires have said about working with us...
I am delighted to recommend Jasmine from Programme One for her outstanding recruitment expertise. Jasmine was instrumental in helping me secure an Associate Consultant role at La Fosse.
Her dedication, professionalism, and insightful guidance throughout the recruitment process were truly remarkable. Jasmine’s ability to understand my strengths and align them with the right opportunity made all the difference. Her support and encouragement were invaluable, and I am grateful for her efforts in advancing my career. Thank you, Jasmine!
Dennis Yeboah
Jasmine has been amazing and very helpful throughout my whole journey.
Constantly helping me land interviews week after week, I honestly can’t thank her enough.
I would highly recommend to all viewers.
Sultan Keji Adebari
HOW TO SIGN UP?
OUR ADVISORS
We aim to challenge the face of recruitment with the support of...
Lenna Cumberbatch
Non Executive Director of Diversity, Inclusion & Respect
Gary Elden OBE
Non Executive Advisor
Baroness McGregor-Smith CBE
Responsible for the ‘Race in the Workplace’ review
“Programme One provides an important catalyst for change. Recruitment is the gateway to employment and recruiters hold the keys. The cultural and demographic change that Programme One can bring to recruitment will be instrumental in all our ambitions to ensure that every person, regardless of their ethnicity or background, is able to fulfil their potential at work.
Programme One members are taking action to address workplace inequality for Black talent within the Recruitment Industry and they have my wholehearted support. I encourage all recruitment firms to sign up to Programme One”. - Baroness McGregor-Smith
