We recognise that we need to do more both to set goals around our people strategy and to measure and monitor progress more explicitly.
Diversity stats
We are committed to monitoring and reporting on diversity statistics where this is legally possible and culturally acceptable.
Mobility and Flexibility
Number of associates going on an international secondment or transfer has risen by 42% over the past 4 years:
2005: 248
2006: 269
2007: 280
2008: 353
Two-thirds of matters worked on by associates last year involved multi-national teams.
13% of our people were on formal flexible-working contracts.
Training and development
543 associates attended a global skills training programme in 2008.
252 business services staff from 22 countries attended global Business Services training programmes in 2008.
Openness and transparency
153 partners from 18 offices have received formal training in feedback skills.
We have trained over 40 internal coaches across the firm.
Feedback from leavers and alumni
2,500 alumni with 75% of leavers signing up to join when they leave.
Goals for 2008/9
- We are developing a set of metrics around our people strategy.
- We are introducing a globally consistent appraisal rating and performance management system.
- We are widening access to training opportunities for associates in related practice areas to avoid over-specialisation and to encourage flexibility.