Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
People are at the heart of what we do, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (“DEI”) are central to our values and agenda.
Ensuring that our teams reflect the communities in which we operate and that all employees are empowered to thrive in an inclusive environment are the ultimate aims of DEI at Alpha.
25% of our global director* team will be women or nonbinary by 2029
As a professional services company that depends on its ability to attract and retain talented people, social inclusion and diversity are critical to our long-term success. We are therefore proud to have set our first diversity target.
We know that we will only achieve our aim of building the diversity of our team through forward thinking, intentional action and fostering a culture where all employees can truly be themselves and thrive. The entire management team is supportive of our DEI agenda, and progress is monitored regularly. As of June 2024, we are 15.7% women and non-binary employees.
Some examples of our objectives to meet this target, and to progress our wider DEI agenda, include:
- Assessing entry pathways and recruitment approaches to access the widest pools of talent
- Reviewing key policies and ways of working
- Providing leadership training, reverse mentoring and other coaching initiatives to ensure our organisation continually evolves in line with the latest thinking and mitigates against unconscious bias
- Continuing to ensure and safeguard a culture where any issues and challenges are raised and resolved
- Considering additional diversity targets with relevant action plans
Read our latest Sustainability Report which outlines in more detail the progress that we have made on our Responsible Business objectives.
*Alpha is progressively updating the director title to “partner” in some teams to better align to their roles in the consulting markets; and this target will therefore be updated in due course
Our DEI Networks
Alpha is committed to supporting, and growing, a diverse team and providing an inclusive work environment. We operate a number of employee-managed networks globally that champion diversity and relevant initiatives. Our areas of focus for DEI are always evolving but we currently operate six networks with wide participation across our global teams.
Wellbeing
Ensure that all Alpha employees globally feel that Alpha supports and recognises the importance of mental health and wellbeing, considering it crucial to the success of our business.
Pride
Ensure Alpha continues to be a fair and inclusive place to work for everyone, where employees feel empowered to succeed regardless of their own sexual orientation or gender identity.
Gender equality
Achieve and sustain gender diversity at all levels within Alpha, through a culture that empowers employees to discuss, experience and better understand gender inclusivity and the engagement of the industry on gender inclusivity best practice.
Social mobility
Ensure Alpha nurtures an inclusive workplace where employees continue to thrive based on potential and ability regardless of socioeconomic background.
Ethnic & cultural diversity
We are committed to ensuring success for Alpha employees across all ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds, through initiatives and activities which drive equality and inclusivity.
Disability confidence
Working to establish Alpha as a Disability-friendly organisation, ensuring that our recruitment and HR processes operate without discrimination and that colleagues feel supported and empowered. Also providing company-wide training to raise awareness. Alpha has attained Level 2 Disability Confidence status.