Nationwide named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women!

Nationwide have been named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2015, which lists the organisations that are leading on workplace gender equality across the UK.

The list was announced at the Opportunity Now Excellence in Practice Awards 2015, which is sponsored by Nationwide. The Awards recognise public and private sector organisations that are committed to creating inclusive workplaces for women at all levels.

Women make up almost 65 percent of the overall workforce at Nationwide and more than 50 percent of our managers are women. Our latest annual employee survey supports The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2015 accolade. The survey shows:

• 94% of women say they are proud to work for Nationwide
• 92% believe Nationwide values the diversity of its employees
• 81% feel engaged (high performing norm is 73%)

Speaking on the accolade, our HR Director, Ann Brown commented: "With such a high proportion of our workforce being women it's very important that we have an inclusive culture and an environment in which everyone has the opportunity to thrive in their careers, irrespective of their gender.

"To be named as one of the top 50 employers for the third year running is excellent news and yet more recognition of Nationwide's status as an exemplar employer."

Kathryn Nawrockyi, Opportunity Now Director, Business in the Community, said: "Congratulations to Nationwide on being included in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2015. They have recognised that putting inclusive behaviours at the core of what they do and making gender equality a business priority not only benefits the women they employ, but also the organisation as a whole and the clients, customers and communities they serve. Their dedication and commitment to driving change should educate and inspire other employers to make a difference, whatever their size or sector."

The full list of The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2015 is available via the Opportunity Now website.

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