HR Director (Oct 2025) Socio-economic background still strongest predictor of who reaches senior leadership in fs (Featured)

HR Director (Oct 2025) Socio-economic background still strongest predictor of who reaches senior leadership in fs (Featured)

21 April 2026Progress Together

This feature examines socio-economic background as an often-overlooked dimension of diversity in financial services. It outlines how class continues to shape access, progression and leadership representation, despite progress in other areas of inclusion. The article reflects growing recognition that improving social mobility is critical to building a more effective and representative sector. 

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