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Clear, practical writing on careers for women, the gender pay gap, returnships, inclusive hiring and women in leadership.
Returnships & maternity How to support women returners as an employer
A practical UK guide for employers on how to support women returners, from pre-leave planning and phased returns to the legal duties you have to meet.
23 Sept 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in consulting: what it takes
Careers for women in consulting start balanced and narrow fast. What the UK numbers show, where the routes in are, and the questions worth asking.
22 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK education sector good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The education gender pay gap is 20% in 2026, three times the UK average. What the data says about schools, universities and women's careers.
21 Sept 2026
Pay gap & transparency The gender pay gap by UK industry: who's worst and best
The gender pay gap by industry in the UK on ONS April 2025 figures: which sectors are widest and narrowest, and why the official categories mislead.
18 Sept 2026
Women in tech Women in tech: how to switch careers into tech
How to switch career into tech in the UK as a woman: which roles open first, what employers really assess, and the evidence that beats a degree.
17 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Best UK companies for women returning to work 2026
How to find the best companies for returners in the UK using published pay gap data, returnship design and checks you can run before you apply in 2026.
16 Sept 2026
DEI recruiting Inclusive recruitment: structured interviews that work
How to run structured interviews that reduce bias in UK hiring: designing the questions, scoring independently, and staying inside the Equality Act 2010.
15 Sept 2026
Company scorecard How to evaluate an employer's culture for women
A three layer method for spotting companies good for women: the published UK data, how an employer hires, and what people inside actually tell you.
14 Sept 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in engineering: breaking the mould
Careers for women in engineering in the UK: the real numbers, the routes in at any age, and how to pick an employer that will still suit you in year ten.
11 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK insurance industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The insurance gender pay gap in 2026, what the official UK figures do and do not measure, and how to tell a genuinely good insurer for women from the rest.
10 Sept 2026
Coaching Career coaching for women: what to expect
What career coaching for women involves: how sessions run, what a good coach does, what to ask before you pay, and how to judge whether it worked.
9 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Best UK companies for women in engineering 2026
How to identify the best engineering companies for women in 2026 using UK pay gap data, representation figures and checks you can run before you apply.
8 Sept 2026
Women in leadership Women in leadership: negotiating your promotion
Negotiating a promotion as a woman in the UK: how to build the case early, what to ask for beyond the title, and how to handle the answer you get.
7 Sept 2026
Returnships & maternity How to return to work after a long career break
How to return to work after a career break in the UK, from explaining the gap to returnships and your day one right to request flexible working.
4 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK retail industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The retail gender pay gap in 2026: what ONS and gov.uk figures really show about UK retail for women, the equal pay cases, and how to check an employer.
3 Sept 2026
Pay gap & transparency The pay gap vs equal pay: what's the difference?
Pay gap vs equal pay: equal pay is a legal right under the Equality Act 2010, the gender pay gap is a reporting measure. Here is the difference, clearly.
2 Sept 2026
Company scorecard Best UK consulting firms for women in 2026
The best consulting firms for women in the UK, judged on published pay gap data rather than reputation, plus how to check any firm before you apply.
1 Sept 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in law: from trainee to partner
Careers for women in law: the routes to qualifying, what the pay gap looks like at partner level, and how to pick a firm that will actually promote you.
31 Aug 2026
DEI recruiting How recruiters can reduce bias in shortlisting
Practical ways to reduce bias in shortlisting, using Acas and GOV.UK guidance. Scoring checklists, anonymised CVs, AI screening risks and what to measure.
28 Aug 2026
Women in tech Women in technology: closing the UK tech gender gap
Women in technology make up 22% of UK IT specialists. What the data shows on pay, routes in and retention, and what actually closes the tech gender gap.
27 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Best UK law firms for women in 2026
The best law firms for women are identifiable from public UK data. Six signals to check before you apply, from partner pay gaps to promotion targets.
26 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK media industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The media gender pay gap in 2026, using published UK data. What broadcasters and publishers actually report, why the gap persists, and how to judge one.
26 Aug 2026
Returnships & maternity How to ask about flexible working in an interview
Flexible working interview questions, when to raise them and your UK rights. Ask about hours, hybrid and compressed weeks without harming your chances.
25 Aug 2026
DEI recruiting Inclusive recruitment: writing job ads that attract women
How to write inclusive job adverts that attract women: wording, criteria, pay and flexibility, plus what the Equality Act 2010 actually allows you to say.
21 Aug 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in marketing: paths and pay
Careers for women in marketing: the specialisms, the routes in, what really drives pay, and how to tell if an employer promotes women past mid-level.
20 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK banking industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The banking gender pay gap is among the widest in the UK. What the data shows in 2026, why bonuses drive it, and how to judge a bank before you join.
19 Aug 2026
Women in tech Women in tech: communities worth joining in the UK
Women in tech communities in the UK, from BCSWomen to Coding Black Females. Which are worth joining, what each one offers, and how to choose.
18 Aug 2026
Pay gap & transparency How to answer 'what's your salary expectation?'
The salary expectations question decides your pay before the offer. A UK guide to answering it well, what to say, what to avoid, and your rights.
17 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Best UK companies for working mothers in 2026
How to find the best companies for working mothers in 2026: the UK data and seven checks that reveal which employers actually support mothers at work.
16 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK engineering industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The engineering gender pay gap sits near 11.6%, well above the UK average. Here is what the 2026 data says about engineering as a career for women.
16 Aug 2026
Returnships & maternity What a good return-to-work programme looks like
A good return to work programme is more than a welcome-back email. Here is what strong UK programmes include, and how to judge one before you join.
16 Aug 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in healthcare beyond nursing
Careers for women in healthcare go well beyond nursing. A UK guide to allied health, healthcare science, digital and management routes, and how to choose one.
11 Aug 2026
Coaching Leadership coaching for women: finding the right coach
Leadership coaching for women, what it is, what it costs in the UK, and how to find the right coach for the step you are trying to make.
10 Aug 2026
Women in leadership Women in leadership: how to step up to your first management role
A practical guide for women in leadership, with UK-grounded steps to win your first management role, from building a case to negotiating the offer.
7 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK consulting industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The UK consulting gender pay gap explained for 2026, what the figures hide, and how to tell a genuinely good consulting employer for women from the rest.
6 Aug 2026
DEI recruiting How to build a balanced team when you're hiring
A practical guide to building balanced teams when you hire, with UK-relevant steps to widen your shortlist, reduce bias, and keep quality high.
5 Aug 2026
Company scorecard Best UK marketing companies for women in 2026
How to identify the best marketing companies for women in 2026: the UK signals that reveal which agencies genuinely back women, and how to check them yourself.
4 Aug 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in finance: breaking into the City
A practical guide to careers for women in finance: the main routes into the City, the roles worth targeting, and how to spot an employer that backs women.
3 Aug 2026
Pay gap & transparency Gender pay gap reporting deadlines: the 2026 employer calendar
Gender pay gap reporting deadlines for 2026: the snapshot dates, filing dates, and six figures every UK employer with 250 or more staff must publish.
31 Jul 2026
DEI recruiting How to reduce bias in your hiring process
How to reduce bias in hiring: a practical UK guide to where bias hides in your funnel and the concrete steps that give every strong candidate a fair shot.
30 Jul 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK healthcare sector good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The UK healthcare gender pay gap explained for 2026, why a female-majority sector still has a gap, and how to spot a genuinely good healthcare employer.
29 Jul 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women in tech: roles, pay, and how to start
Careers for women in tech in the UK: the best-paying roles, the real pay gap, and practical steps to start or switch, backed by BCS and gov.uk data.
28 Jul 2026
Company scorecard Best UK finance companies for women in 2026
How to spot the best finance companies for women in 2026: the UK data that shows which finance employers genuinely back women, and how to check it.
27 Jul 2026
Hub Networking for women: how to build a circle that lifts you
Networking for women, minus the awkward small talk. How to build a professional circle that actually lifts you, with practical UK ways to start.
24 Jul 2026
Pay gap & transparency How the gender pay gap is calculated (with examples)
How the gender pay gap is calculated, with worked examples: mean versus median, the six figures UK employers report, and what they really show.
23 Jul 2026
Hub Female recruitment: why woman-to-woman hiring matters
Female recruitment done well means fair, women-first hiring. Why woman-to-woman hiring works, what UK law allows, and how to do it without tokenism.
22 Jul 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK legal industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The law firm gender pay gap runs at double the UK average. Here is what 2026 pay data says about whether the legal industry really works for women.
21 Jul 2026
Women in tech Women in tech awards in the UK: who to watch
A guide to the UK women in tech awards worth watching in 2026, what each one recognises, who they are for, and how to get nominated.
21 Jul 2026
Company scorecard How to spot a women-friendly employer before you apply
Not sure which companies are good for women? Here is how to spot a women-friendly employer from pay gap data, policies and hiring signals, before you apply.
20 Jul 2026
Jobs & careers How to write a profile that shows your potential
Searching jobs for women? A candidate profile that shows your potential beats a flat CV. Here is how to write one that gets you seen.
16 Jul 2026
Hub What 'fit-first' hiring means for women candidates
Fit-first hiring, and women hiring women, put match over pedigree. Here is what it means for women candidates and how it changes your search.
16 Jul 2026
Returnships & maternity Women returning to work: a 30-day confidence plan
Returning to work after maternity leave? This 30-day confidence plan gives women a calm, practical week-by-week route back.
16 Jul 2026
Company scorecard Best UK technology companies for women in 2026
How to spot the best technology companies for women in 2026: the UK signals that show which tech employers genuinely back women, and how to check them.
13 Jul 2026
Hub Why CVs Flatten Women (and Why Women-First Hiring Works Better)
CVs reward straight-line careers and quiet self-promotion, which disadvantages women. Here is the evidence, and why women-first hiring works better.
11 Jul 2026
Women in tech Tech jobs in the UK: a guide for women
A practical guide to tech jobs in the UK for women: the best roles, the skills that matter, realistic pay and how to get hired without a tech degree.
9 Jul 2026
Women in leadership Female leaders to know: women changing UK workplaces
Female leaders are reshaping UK workplaces. Meet the women changing business, finance and tech, and what their paths teach the rest of us.
8 Jul 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK finance industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The UK finance gender pay gap explained for 2026, what the figures hide, and how to tell a genuinely good finance employer for women from the rest.
7 Jul 2026
DEI recruiting Inclusive employers: what good looks like
What makes inclusive employers genuinely good for women in 2026, the signals that matter, and how to tell real inclusion from a polished careers page.
6 Jul 2026
Pay gap & transparency Pay transparency in the UK: what's changing and why
Pay transparency in the UK is shifting fast. Here is what is changing in 2026 and 2027, what the EU directive means, and how employers should prepare.
3 Jul 2026
Women in leadership Women in leadership: why representation still lags
Women in leadership is rising on UK boards, yet executive roles still lag. Here is what the data shows and what holds progress back.
3 Jul 2026
Returnships & maternity Return-to-work programmes for women in the UK
A guide to return to work programme options for women in the UK, from returnships to phased returns, and how to find one that fits your life.
1 Jul 2026
Returnships & maternity Maternity discrimination at work: know your rights
Maternity discrimination is unlawful in the UK. Know your rights on pay, redundancy, and return to work, and the steps to take if it happens to you.
30 Jun 2026
Coaching Executive coaching for women: is it worth it?
Executive coaching for women: what it costs, what it changes, and how to decide if it is worth it. A practical UK guide for women weighing the investment.
29 Jun 2026
Returnships & maternity What is a returnship and is it right for you?
A returnship is a paid return-to-work programme after a career break. Here is what a returnship involves and how to tell if one is right for you.
27 Jun 2026
Company scorecard Best UK companies for women in 2026
Looking for the best companies for women in the UK in 2026? Here is what genuinely sets them apart, and how to check any employer before you apply.
25 Jun 2026
DEI recruiting DEI hiring: what it really means in 2026
DEI hiring explained for UK employers: what it means, what the Equality Act 2010 allows, and how to do it well without quotas or lowering the bar.
24 Jun 2026
Pay gap & transparency How to negotiate a salary (and close your own pay gap)
How to negotiate a salary with confidence: UK steps to research your worth, ask for more, and close your own pay gap. A clear, practical guide.
23 Jun 2026
DEI recruiting Diversity recruitment: building balanced teams that last
Diversity recruitment done well builds balanced teams that last. A practical UK guide to fairer hiring, reducing bias and staying within the law.
22 Jun 2026
Company scorecard Is the UK technology industry good for women? Pay gap data 2026
The UK technology gender pay gap, how many women work in tech and what the figures hide. A clear 2026 read on whether tech is good for women.
19 Jun 2026
Company scorecard Karrabina company gender scorecard: how it works
The Karrabina company gender scorecard turns public UK pay gap data into a clear read on whether an employer is a good place for women to work.
18 Jun 2026
Company scorecard How to read a company's gender pay gap figures
Comparing the gender pay gap by company? Learn what the six UK figures mean, how to read mean and median, and how to spot real progress for women.
17 Jun 2026
Returnships & maternity Returning to work after maternity leave: a confidence guide
Resuming work after maternity leave? A confidence guide to your UK rights, KIT days, flexible working and a calmer first day back.
16 Jun 2026
DEI recruiting Inclusive recruitment: a practical guide for hiring teams
A practical inclusive recruitment guide for UK hiring teams: what it means, where bias hides in your funnel, and the steps that actually widen your talent pool.
15 Jun 2026
Pay gap & transparency The UK gender pay gap, explained simply
The UK gender pay gap, explained simply: what it is, what the latest figures show, why it exists, and how it differs from equal pay. A clear guide.
12 Jun 2026
Jobs & careers Jobs for women: how to find roles that actually fit you
Looking for jobs for women that genuinely fit your life? A practical UK guide to finding roles, reading culture, pay and flexibility before you apply.
11 Jun 2026
Jobs & careers Careers for women: a practical guide to finding the right fit
Careers for women in the UK: the best sectors, pay and flexible working, plus how to find an employer that fits you and values your full potential.
10 Jun 2026
DEI recruiting Equality, diversity and inclusion jobs: a guide for women
A practical guide to equality, diversity and inclusion jobs in the UK: the roles, the routes in, and how to find an employer that genuinely values you.
9 Jun 2026
Pay gap & transparency Gender pay gap reporting: the complete UK guide
Gender pay gap reporting in the UK explained: who must report, the six required figures, deadlines, enforcement, and how it differs from equal pay.
8 Jun 2026
Pay gap & transparency What the 2026 EU pay transparency directive means for UK employers
The EU pay transparency directive must be national law by June 2026. Here's what it requires, and what it means for UK employers and women's pay.
5 Jun 2026
DEI recruiting Diversity and inclusion jobs in the UK: where to find them
Looking for diversity and inclusion jobs in the UK? The best job boards, employers and networks to find DEI roles that value what you bring.
4 Jun 2026
Returnships & maternity What are KIT days and how many can you take?
KIT days (Keeping In Touch) let you work up to 10 days on maternity leave without losing pay. Understand your rights and how to use them.
3 Jun 2026
Hub Karrabina: women-first, fit-first hiring (how it works)
Karrabina is a women-first, fit-first hiring platform. Here's how women-hiring-women works, why CVs flatten women, and how our company scorecard helps.
1 Jun 2026
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