Diversity and inclusion
We call it DEBI (diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion) and it encompasses our belief that talent and ingenuity stem from a variety of perspectives and experiences. As an organisation and a group of people, we have an open and inclusive culture and believe all kinds of diversity, including age, gender and cultural background makes for a stronger organisation.
In 2022, 21% of Ceres roles were held by women, compared to 20% the previous year. We continually seek to improve our diversity, with 27% of new recruits in 2022 being women, overshooting our near-term target of 25%. We are increasing our target to 30% in 2023.
A voice to all employees
Ceres is not only a high-growth Company, but a vanguard of climate technology at the forefront of clean energy with a modern, international workforce. We are pleased to have 42 different nationalities represented within the team and the importance of creating a strong sense of belonging, where people are seen and heard, is widely acknowledged.
We now have more than 500 people working across two sites in the UK and also many now remotely, both in the UK and internationally. Ceres uses a Gallup 12 Engagement Survey to provide feedback and alignment with our values of Committing Wholeheartedly, Pioneering with Precision and Creative Collaboration.
In our first Gallup 12 groupwide survey, we achieved a good score of 80% overall engagement from a 83% completion rate.
What came across strongly was the belief in and contribution to the Company’s shared purpose to help sustain a clean, green planet. Working with the people around the Company, viewing colleagues as being committed to doing quality work, and having deep respect for people’s passions and talents all ranked very highly.
Copies of our gender pay report and diversity & inclusion policy can be found on our governance policies page.