MyPlus Employers’ Club Membership Case Study

MyPlus and Herbert Smith Freehills: encouraging disclosure

MyPlus is working with MyPlus Employers’ Club (formerly MyPlus Recruiters’ Club) Platinum member Herbert Smith Freehills to build on their strong track record of diverse recruitment by encouraging greater disclosure - a vital step to creating a more inclusive work environment.

We don't expect our people to be or think the same. That's why fostering an inclusive culture where our people can be themselves, contribute their perspective & perform roles which are meaningful & aligned to our shared values is a core priority

The client

Herbert Smith Freehills is one of the world’s leading international law firms, with around 5000 employees based in 24 offices worldwide and headquarters in London and Sydney.

It's very important for us to build that trust with students so they feel they can disclose to us. If we don't know, we can't help. Quote from Rebecca Farr, Graduate Recruitment Manager at Herbert Smith Freehills

The challenge

Recognising that attracting a diverse pool of candidates is not enough in itself, Herbert Smith Freehills is focusing efforts on retention and enabling individuals to realise their potential by making sure they have tailored support to thrive.

Working on the principle that “If we don’t know, we can’t help”, they aim to encourage disclosure by creating an environment where candidates with disabilities feel safe to share personal information and understand the range of support available to them.

It's great to feel like we're not in this alone. Every candidate, every set of circumstances is unique. To know we can call on MyPlus at any time for their support is really crucial. Quote from Rebecca Farr, Graduate Recruitment Manager

Goals

  • Boost retention and engagement

  • Provide tailored support to each individual

  • Raise awareness of support available

Working with MyPlus for 13 years has had a significant impact on our ability to build our brand with students & attract diverse talent. Most importantly, MyPlus has empowered our recruitment teams to have confidence when speaking with students

The solution

  • Creating role models to boost engagement

  • Raising awareness of adjustments

  • Bringing clarity around the disclosure process

  • Building disability confidence at all levels

Impact

  • Better access to information on disclosure and adjustments

  • Significant increase in % disclosing a disability

  • More tailored support for individuals

  • Greater disability confidence across the organisation