Diversity Project's Claire Black: Supporting working carers in the asset management industry

Gender disparity

A growing number of employees in the modern workforce are balancing their professional responsibilities with caregiving duties – be that privately or with some acknowledgement at work.

While they would refer to themselves as a "good" daughter/son/sibling/partner, they are, in reality, a working carer, providing unpaid care and support for those who could not function fully without them. These working carers are integral to their families and the workforce, yet they face unique challenges that can affect their productivity and wellbeing. With over three million carers in the UK in paid employment, it is crucial for employers to recognise these challenges and implement supportive measures. This is particularly relevant in the asset management industry, where worki...