The Stepstone Group

Celeberating a Win for #Accessibility!🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Mimouna Mahdaoui is one of this year's winners of the prestigious IAAP - International Association of Accessibility Professionals Impact Award! As Senior Manager, Product & Social Impact, Mimouna has been a driving force behind our Champions of Accessibility Network, Accessibility Lab, and our first CPACC learning cohort— all part of her leadership in advancing our Accessibility Vision. Her dedication ensures that accessibility is at the heart of our mission: The right job for everyone. Congratulations, Mimouna, on this incredible achievement!👏💙 #AccessibilityChampion #WeRadicallyInclude #WeGoBeyond

By 2030, 1 in 6 people will be 60 , yet many employers overlook this talent pool due to age bias. Our report, "The Age Advantage," highlights key stats: 📉 56% of recruiters in the UK & Germany question older candidates' tech skills 👎 1 in 4 job seekers in the UK avoid applying due to feeling "too old" 🌍 Economic boost potential is €57B in Germany and £23.5B in England & Wales With 81% of workers over 60 willing to stay past retirement, isn’t it time to rethink hiring strategies? Download the full report now: https://lnkd.in/euCPTn-p #AgeInclusion #FutureOfWork #TheAgeAdvantage

The Stepstone Group goes Women In Sales Awards (Europe) 2024 🥳 We’re excited to share that we have incredible ten finalists named in this year’s Women in Sales Awards 2024. This accomplishment reflects our commitment to fostering an environment where talent is recognized and celebrated, with this result truly highlighting the talent and dedication of our colleagues. Congratulations to our colleagues who have been shortlisted for these prestigious awards in their categories: Adina Berkley – Sales Consultant Henssy Sanchez – Sales Consultant Angi Rose – Advertising Sales Ola Balogun – Sales Consultant Rebecca Fletcher – Inside Sales Executive Catherine W. – Sales Support Georgie Gibson – Customer Service Manager Stephanie Salazar Culqui – Sales Support Grace Sleath – Sales Operations Manager Kerry Jones – Sales Consultant Congratulations to our finalists and we look forward to the results and awards ceremony in December 💙 #WomenInSales #WeGoBeyond

The October edition of #WorkBeat is here, and we’re talking about age! With International Day of Older Persons (Oct 1) and Ageism Awareness Day (Oct 9) approaching, it’s time to address how age bias impacts hiring and workplaces. In this edition: 📊 Overcoming Age Bias—why candidates over 55 are often overlooked and what we can do to fix it. 💡 Taylor Swift's Impact—could her Eras Tour really move the needle for local economies? 🧠 What’s up with ageism in tech, knowledge athletes and sentient workplaces 💪 What we as an employer do to be a more age-inclusive workplace #BetterTogether #LaborMarket #Diversity #Inclusion

Do you already work on your Age Advantage? 🌟 With 1 in 6 people projected to be 60 or over by 2030, age bias is preventing businesses from tapping into a highly skilled and motivated talent pool. Our new report, The Age Advantage, explores how overcoming age stereotypes can help employers futureproof their talent strategies, build inclusive workplaces, and boost economic growth. Did you know that 81% of people over 60 in Germany and 75% in the UK are open to working past retirement age? Yet, many feel discouraged due to negative perceptions about their abilities. With the launch of our most recent study, we share actionable insights on how employers can create age-inclusive hiring practices and unlock the value of experienced candidates. 📈 Curious to learn more? Read our full report for strategies to overcome age bias and foster an age-diverse workforce: https://lnkd.in/eECBFs4B #AgeInclusion #FutureOfWork #InclusiveHiring #DEI

Bronze for The Stepstone Group 🥉🎉 We are proud to announce that we have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and been awarded the Bronze Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). This recognition reflects our commitment to supporting veterans, active service members, and their families in the workplace. A huge shout-out to our very own Armed Forces Network for their incredible efforts in making this possible. As Adam Phillimore, Chair of the Armed Forces Network, has stated: "Being a forces-friendly employer means valuing and supporting veterans and active service members as well as their families in the workplace. This includes understanding their unique skills and experiences, and providing tailored career development opportunities. Such practices not only honor their service but also enrich the organization with diverse perspectives and skills." #ArmedForcesCovenant #ForcesFriendly 

One step closer to a more sustainable future! 🍃 We proudly announce our partnership with lfca.earth - Community | Leaders for Climate Action. With this step we want to offer our colleagues access to their extensive suite of training opportunities covering topics such as: 📦 How to incorporate net-zero principles into procurement 👣 Addressing (digital) advertising’s hidden footprint 🤖 Double materiality assessment for tech companies 💻 How to design low-carbon (web) products … and so much more! We are very much looking forward to working together and taking a lot of new knowledge with us into our day-to-day work 💙 #Sustainability #ESG 

Bronze EcoVadis Medal for The Stepstone Group! 🥉 We are really pleased to share our first global EcoVadis medal, thanks to the hard work of our people. This recognition of our sustainability practices places us in the top 35% of companies assessed by EcoVadis, showcasing our growing commitment to sustainable operations. We’re especially proud of our strong performance in the Environment and Procurement categories, reinforcing our mission to lead by example. What’s next❓ This is just the beginning! We’re already planning improvements to reach for silver or even gold. Our focus moving forward includes: 📦 Enhancing our environmental impact through sustainable procurement. ✈ Measuring, reporting, and reducing our greenhouse gas emissions. 👩 Strengthening our social commitment, including upholding human rights and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and information security in our supply chain. A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to this success. Your dedication and hard work have ben crucial in achieving this recognition 💙 #Sustainability #EcoVadis #ESG

We are excited to share that this year The Stepstone Group has not one, but seven (!) incredible finalists in the Axel Springer Award for Change 2024* 🥳 This is a testament to our people’s commitment to innovation and is a fantastic demonstration of our core value #WeRadicallyInclude. Each of our finalists have played a significant role in driving our business forward, and we are immensely proud to have them represent us: 🤖 Product The Accessibility Lab Customer Engagement Survey 🧭 D&I Leader Natalie Matalon (Tepekoylu) Raj Lal 🏆 D&I Champion Isaac Llopis Aracil Mimouna Mahdaoui Tracy Davies We are incredibly grateful for the recognition from Axel Springer and the opportunity to stand among other inspiring organizations and individuals dedicated to making a difference in the world. We also want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who was nominated: Ann-Christine Museler, Dr. Christian Granz, Lewis Beaty, Rāwiri Cunningham, Rhiannon Edwards and everyone who was involved in our Faith and National Holidays Internal Comms Initiative. Stay tuned for updates as we eagerly await the results in November! 🏆✨ #DEI #Diversity #Inclusion #ESG _________________________________________ *The Axel Springer Award for Change celebrates the outstanding contributions of our colleagues across the Axel Springer Group's diverse companies and brands. This award highlights individuals who are passionate champions of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, driving meaningful progress both within their teams and across the broader organization. What makes this award truly special is that the recipients were not chosen by a select jury, but by their peers from across the entire Axel Springer Group, reflecting the collective recognition of their impact.

A new product launch from Universum to help you attract the right talent 🚀 Universum is investing significantly in their digital client platform to elevate their offering. We're excited to introduce their latest launch: Employer Brand Compass. This new feature is a key component of their flagship product, Universum Employer Brand Insights, designed to empower employers worldwide in the competitive landscape of talent attraction. With this short curated summary of talent insights, employers can quickly gain an understanding on what top talent seeks in an employer and see how their brand compares to competitors. The platform’s user-friendly, interactive interface allows employers to take decisive actions that differentiate their employer brand and attract the talent they need to thrive 🌟 👉 Download a sample report or request a free trial to experience the product firsthand: https://lnkd.in/euUCWdwH #EmployerBranding #HR #TalentAttraction