Diversity & Inclusion: What role can Executive Search play? Diversity Inclusion Survey Report | Page 18

05/ If you have provided a diverse longlist to a client, do you have a role to play in advising them to choose a diverse shortlist i.e. an appropriately reflective shortlist? 52% 19% 29% Yes No Not sure Findings show that more than half of search consultants believe they have a role to play in advising clients to choose a diverse shortlist that appropriately reflects the longlist they curated. It is encouraging to see that over half of respondents felt they had a part to play in influencing their clients to be more inclusive, despite how difficult this type of conversation might be. Trust is a significant factor here. When the search firm or individual consultant is viewed as a trusted advisor who is knowledgeable about inclusive recruitment practices and can help support the client’s diversity aspirations, positive influence is possible. Search consultants should feel confident to challenge clients on their shortlist choices, particularly when they suspect unconscious bias may be at play. www.invenias.com | [email protected] / 18