Our EDI Strategy
At Blue Arrow, equity, diversity, and inclusion are non-negotiable values that we uphold in all aspects of our business. We take a proactive approach to creating a fair, inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Manifesto
Blue Arrow leads by example in creating meaningful, positive change within our industry by prioritising equity, diversity, and inclusion in all we do as an organisation.
We will work hard to;
- Broaden our talent pool and represent the communities we serve.
- Foster the growth of underrepresented talent.
- Challenging current practices and listen to our people.
- Maintain a culture in which a person's ability to succeed is determined solely by their talent, behaviour, performance, or potential.
- Create an environment where everyone feels able to bring their true selves to work.
Our Strategy
To fulfil our ambitious manifesto, we have adopted a strategy to foster a sense of belonging. We have implemented policies, initiatives, and practices to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion throughout our organisation and corporate supply chain, all intended to cultivate a sense of belonging.
Belonging at work - An organisation that fully engages the potential of the individual, creates a workplace where innovation flourishes and perspectives, beliefs, and values are integrated.
Our People
We support our people to be their best through a diverse and inclusive people culture. Helping our people to achieve their happiest and healthiest work lives means that our people positively impact the lives of the many thousands of job seekers and hiring managers they come in contact with.
We've made significant progress in the following areas:
- Collection and reporting of diversity data.
- Delivering diversity and inclusion training.
- Prioritising mental health matters through our partnership with Mental Health in Recruitment.
- Members of the Mental Health at Work Commitment and proud ambassadors of the framework.
- Creating safe spaces and channels for our employees' voices to be heard and to discuss a wide range of EDI topics.
- Established an employee-led network of EDI Champions called the 'IDEALS Network'.
Our Temporary Workforce
Blue Arrow is making significant strides in enhancing diverse representation across all employees in the markets and sectors we serve. Effective data is crucial in supporting and informing both Blue Arrow’s and our clients’ EDI strategies to diversify talent pools, increase representation, and foster an equitable and inclusive workplace for everyone.
Key areas of progress include:
- Collection and reporting of diversity data.
- Diversifying talent attraction sources and strategies.
- Support Government-backed schemes like Kickstart Careers.
- Growing our partner network to improve accessibility to work and representation at work.
Our Clients
We support our clients' EDI strategies by sharing best practices, advice, and guidance that help enhance understanding of the role of EDI in overcoming talent shortages and skills gaps across talent attraction, retention, engagement, productivity, and innovation.
Key areas of focus include:
- Improving the quality, capturing, and interpreting diversity data.
- Diversification of talent attraction sources and strategies.
- Collaborating with Blue Arrow through its partnership network to increase accessibility to work and representation at work.
