PROGRAMME ONE OUR PROGRESS TO DATE AND WHAT’S TO COME
INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMME ONE
Addressing the underrepresentation of Black talent in the recruitment 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
Supported 80+ Black recruiters join the recruitment industry
Here are some examples of the
Black recruiters who we have supported
Total number of candidates h dhunted / approached
Total number of phone screens
ElizabethTaiwo Aspire
MiriamNwoha Gravitas
AugustineAmade Bruin
CelestelleAnderson GoodmanMasson
RaymondAnderson SpencerOgden
ReneeOrr deverellsmith
EmmanuelAsafo-Adjei GoodmanMasson
KofiYeboah-Mensah Aspire
DhylanLiverpool Aspire
TahiyaKamuss SpencerOgden
OkemChime deverellsmith
DesmondLamazani deverellsmith
DennisYeboah LaFosse
TobiOlalere LaFosse
FrancescaIbe Meet
DevontaeIrving-Young Levin
EdenLennon GoodmanMasson
WabeiSepiso SpencerOgden
DegarniPalmer VennGroup
BogartNdombele VennGroup
CharlieWitten Gravitas
MohammedAbbas Gravitas
Retention rate across candidates placed with our partner agencies
From headhunts (16% from job advert applications) 84% 45% sales | 23% hospitality | 18% recruitment | 14% retail
32% 86% Women
Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree
Over the past 2 years, our talent pool has grown significantly to...
8200+ entry-level Black recruiters
2200+ experienced Black recruiters By sourcing talent via...
OUR PARTNER AGENCIES
Case Study: Working with deverellsmith
4 hires
100 percent retention
1 promotion
3
1 entry level placements experienced placement
asked you: “Why are you ogramme One member?”
re is an underrepresentation of Black iters in the sector – our agency wants to be proactive in changing this!”
“Access to a talent pool of 10,000 recruiters who identify as having Black heritage”
“Proven track record increasing the representation of Black Recruiters in partner agencies”
“Create a more welcoming and safer environment for Black Recruiters”
“Free mentoring scheme for Black Recruiters”
“The opportunity for Recruitment Leaders to learn how they can create a more inclusive workplace for Black Recruiters” is doing to ment nt in
AGENCY TESTIMONIALS
Here is what you 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
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
Atta has been absolutely amazing throughout the whole hiring process and has helped me land a role within the recruitment sector.
Professional, supportive and so knowledgeable. If you’re looking to get into recruitment, definitely reach out to Programme One!
Renee Orr
2025 COSTING MODEL
Our
costing model for 2025
£3000 annual fee
Placement cost per hire
£1000 for entry level
£2000 for experienced level
Programme One is a membership agency; no profit is made, and all fees are reinvested into Programme One
Our annual running costs
Since 2020, Programme One’s running costs have been £50,000 per annum, making Programme One a loss making entity.
A membership fee of £3000 per annum allows Programme One to breakeven and invest into helping your agency increase its representation of Black talent.
With your continued support, this extra investment will not only ensure the sustainability of Programme One but will provide you with over 5 years combined recruitment experience from Jasmine and Atta investing in... LinkedIn, technology such as, Workable and marketing tools to attract and progress Black talent
Programme One networking events, to create an extra safe place where Black talent can thrive, innovate and progress within the recruitment industry
Our current network partnerships... We want to continue to build relationships with external networks to widen our talent attraction and place more talent
OUR ADVISORS
We aim to challenge the face of recruitment with the support of...
Lenna Cumberbatch
Non Executive Director of Diversity, Inclusion & Respect
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
Gary Elden OBE
