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UK Real Estate Faces Diversity Crisis in Leadership

2/5/2025

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A study shows UK real estate's senior roles lack socio-economic diversity, with 51% occupied by white males from higher backgrounds.
Only 14% of senior positions are held by individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds, versus 39% in the overall workforce.
The report offers 10 recommendations for enhancing diversity, stressing cultural change and equitable access.
Research included over 10,000 employees from 13 major firms, revealing slower progress than sectors like law and finance.

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Story summary

A study shows UK real estate's senior roles lack socio-economic diversity, with 51% occupied by white males from higher backgrounds.
Only 14% of senior positions are held by individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds, versus 39% in the overall workforce.
The report offers 10 recommendations for enhancing diversity, stressing cultural change and equitable access.
Research included over 10,000 employees from 13 major firms, revealing slower progress than sectors like law and finance.