Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEx) is promoting the active participation of women in leadership roles within the company through the launch of the Women’s Exchange, which was unveiled today (Tuesday).
The Women's Exchange was initiated by HKEx staff. It aims to promote the development of policies and programmes within the company that support women in leadership roles. It also encourages the creation of community outreach programmes which connect HKEx staff with the company’s female clients and further women’s issues through the company's corporate social responsibility agenda.
Among the first initiatives launched with the support of the Women's Exchange is the "Back to Work Programme", which will provide a route back to the workplace for professional women who have been out of corporate life for an extended period for family reasons. This is an untapped pool of talent that has the potential to contribute to HKEx and the financial industry.
"Creating a positive environment where women can thrive in senior leadership positions is something we feel passionate about as a company," said HKEx Chief Executive Charles Li. "We strongly believe the Women's Exchange will help us achieve a healthier gender balance at senior levels while benefiting HKEx culturally and commercially."
The Women's Exchange is open to all staff within HKEx Group.
HKEx Women's Exchange Back to Work Programme
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What is the "Back to Work Programme"?
The "Back to Work Programme" is designed to welcome back into corporate life high-performing women who have left the workplace for family reasons.
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Who is eligible?
The programme targets professionals with 8-10 years of experience who have been out of the workforce for more than two years. Selected candidates will participate in an 8-week programme to help them readjust to the workplace.
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What does the programme include?
- Orientation on what has changed in the workplace
- Discussions and guidance on work-life balance
- Formal classroom training
- On-the-job placement
- Networking opportunities to increase candidates’ overall marketability for future permanent jobs
- Applications start tomorrow and the first intake is scheduled for September 2013
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When will HKEx begin recruiting professional women for the programme, and how can they apply?
Applications will be accepted from tomorrow (22 May 2013) until 28 June 2013. Details can be found on the HKEx website. |
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