our vision:

building a culture where everyone belongs.

At Randstad, ED&I isn’t just a commitment - it’s who we are. We foster a culture where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to thrive. By prioritising wellbeing, championing diverse perspectives, and embracing collaboration, we create workplaces that reflect the world around us.

Our success is shaped by the unique experiences of our people. When we bring together different voices, we drive innovation, strengthen our communities, and deliver better outcomes for our clients, partners, and teams.

From a global stand point, Randstad complies with all applicable local labour laws and regulations in the jurisdiction of employment, which may supersede any company-wide policies or guidelines. In the event of any conflict between local labour laws and company policies, the applicable local laws will take precedence, and Randstad is committed to ensuring compliance with such laws to protect the equal opportunity and rights of its employees.

our commitments.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves. A truly inclusive workplace supports work-life balance, wellbeing, and personal growth.

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employee network groups (ENGs).

Our Employee Network Groups bring colleagues together around shared identities and goals to champion ED&I at Randstad. These voluntary groups foster inclusion, provide support, and drive meaningful change - enhancing diversity, career growth, and social impact.

Each ENG is a voice for our people, supported by a dedicated leadership sponsor, ensuring every colleague feels heard, valued, and empowered.

Our ENGs each have sponsors that are part of our Leadership Team. Our CEO, Vicky Short, chairs our EDI Committee to ensure there is a two-way feedback loop between our people and the leadership team.

  • edicommittee@randstad

    edicommittee@randstad chaired by our CEO, Vicky Short, and composed by all our ENG sponsors, EDI Leads, Communications and HR to ensure EDI accountability and ownership across the business. 

  • embrace@randstad

    embrace@randstad is a safe space where everyone can connect, learn and make a positive change within the business in support of colleagues from all ethnic backgrounds. 

  • gender@randstad

    gender@randstad is dedicated to creating a workplace culture that values and supports all genders, and fosters a sense of belonging and equity for all. 

  • inmind@randstad

    inmind@randstad aims to encourage us to rethink and maximise our mental wellbeing and fitness, by creating a positive and supportive opportunity for people to talk more openly and without stigma or judgement about emotional, psychological and general wellbeing matters.

  • pride@randstad

    pride@randstad focuses on strengthening & encouraging an equitable and inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees & allies. 

  • abilities@randstad

    abilities@randstad focuses on encouraging colleagues to rethink and is to strengthen & encourage an equitable and inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities and neurodiversities. 

  • armedforces@randstad

    armedforces@randstad is dedicated to supporting veterans, reservists, and military families by fostering an inclusive environment that recognises their unique experiences, skills, and contributions.

  • parenting@randstad

    parenting@randstad is focusing on parental support and also addressing the challenges of balancing work responsibilities with parenting duties.

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our initiatives:

  • monthly ED&I newsletter.

    Showcasing role model stories, key events, and best practices to keep our teams informed and engaged.

  • inclusive leadership coaching.

    One-to-one coaching for leaders to strengthen their ability to lead diverse teams effectively.

  • the allyship academy.

    Empowering leaders to actively support underrepresented groups and foster an inclusive culture.

  • female mentoring programme.

    Supporting career growth and gender balance, with 55% of leadership and 46% of manager roles held by women.

  • mutual mentorship programme.

    Connecting racially minoritised colleagues with senior leaders to drive diversity in leadership.

  • neurodiversity learning & development.

    Workshops and masterclasses to equip managers with tools to support and empower neurodivergent employees.

  • cultural swap days & awareness.

    Allowing employees to swap a bank holiday for a personally significant day, promoting inclusion and flexibility.

  • inclusive recruitment.

    Embedding fair hiring practices, diverse interview panels, and reasonable adjustments to create opportunities for all.

  • skills-first approach.

    Assessing candidates on strengths and potential rather than CVs, reducing bias and improving workforce diversity.

  • pay gap reporting.

    Annual Gender Pay Gap reporting and voluntary Ethnicity Pay Gap reporting to promote transparency, reduce disparities, and drive gender and racial equity.

  • refugee mentorship.

    Supporting Ukrainian refugee women through one-to-one mentoring, helping them rebuild careers and confidence.

  • randstad inclusion labs.

    Interactive roundtables and webinars that bring together our teams and clients to tackle ED&I challenges, share insights, and drive meaningful change. Backed by tailored business intelligence, these sessions provide actionable strategies to advance equity and foster lasting collaboration.

our achievements.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to embedding ED&I across our organisation. Our awards and certifications reflect our dedication to driving real change:

  • REC Awards 2023 & 2024 – Diversity Initiative of the Year

    Winner in 2023 and Highly Commended in 2024 for our impactful ED&I initiatives across clients, talent, and our own teams.

  • Disability Confident Employer

    Recognised for creating an accessible, supportive workplace and championing inclusive recruitment.

  • ENEI Bronze TIDE Award

    Awarded for our proactive approach to diversity and embedding ED&I across gender, race, disability, and more.

  • ENEI Inclusivity Excellence Award – Inclusive Culture (Shortlisted)

    Recognised for fostering a culture of belonging through our employee networks, Inclusion Lab, and mentoring programmes.

  • Global Recruiter Award – Best ED&I Strategy

    Celebrating our innovative approach to equitable hiring and inclusive workplace practices.

  • Recruiter Awards – DE&I Service Excellence

    Honoured for the impact of our diversity initiatives in helping organisations build inclusive workforces.

memberships & commitments.

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    memberships & commitments.
  • Disability confident employer logo

    Disability Confident Employer

    The Disability Confident scheme is a government initiative designed to encourage employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with health conditions. It supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to a workplace.

  • ENEI - employers network for quality and inclusion logo

    Employers Network for Equality & Inclusion (ENEI)

    ENEI is a UK-based, not-for-profit organisation that helps employers build and maintain diverse teams and inclusive cultures through our membership, training, and consultancy services.

    Randstad is a member of ENEI. ENEI offers expert advice and practical solutions, such as improvement of policies, strategies; they provide benchmarking, networking options, up-to-date research, data, and case studies. This enables Randstad to stay informed about trends, challenges, and best practices in equality and inclusion.

  • Disability:IN logo

    Disability:IN

    Disability:IN is the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide. Their network of over 500 corporations expands opportunities for people with disabilities across enterprises. Their central office and 18 Affiliates serve as the collective voice to effect change for people with disabilities in business. Their aim is to collaborate with the purpose to promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities, to inspire accessible innovation for all, and to foster cultures of inclusion.

  • Out & Equal logo

    Out & Equal

    Out & Equal is the premier global nonprofit organisation working exclusively on LGBTQ+ workplace equality. Through the worldwide programmes, strategic corporate partnerships, and sought-after events, they help LGBTQ+ individuals realise their fullest, most authentic potential while supporting organisations in creating cultures of belonging for all.

    Their goal is to transform workplaces, inspire leaders, and galvanise systemic change to develop truly inclusive cultures—inside the workplaces and out.

  • WeQual logo

    WeQual

    WeQual is an organisation dedicated to promoting gender equality in the workplace, with a focus on supporting senior women leaders and advancing their careers. Their primary goal is to increase the representation of women in executive and leadership roles by providing tailored coaching, networking opportunities, and support for women who aspire to reach the highest levels of corporate leadership. WeQual works closely with organisations to implement strategies that foster gender equity, challenge biases, and create inclusive cultures, ultimately helping to close the gender leadership gap in the business world.