Black Leadership Job Board (BLJB), was built to address a critical issue: the stark lack of representation of Black and ethnic minority professionals in leadership roles across the UK. Only 1.5% of senior leadership positions are held by Black, Asian and minority ethnic professionals*.
But representation is only part of the picture.
Inclusivity, or the lack thereof, is a significant issue across organisations. Far too often, businesses fail to recognise the importance of creating truly inclusive environments, despite overwhelming data highlighting the business benefits of diversity.
And when we’re talking inclusivity we’re not just talking about race; it encompasses gender, sexuality, age, and disability.
The Business Benefits
Even if we ignore the moral imperative to build workplaces where everyone feels valued & empowered, the economic and business benefits are overwhelming. Organisations with a diverse and inclusive workforce are proven to perform better, innovate faster, and connect more deeply with their customers.
There is growing data that proves the real and tangible benefits to the UK economy and businesses alike, that makes the case for an inclusive working culture.
£24bn
UK economy boost from full Black representation
Business in the Community
36%
more likely to
outperform peers
McKinsey
25%
more likely to achieve
above-average profitability
McKinsey
70%
more likely to capture
new markets
Harvard Business Review
3x
more likely to stay with their employer
Deliotte
76%
of job seekers value D&I when assessing offers
Glassdoor
1.7x
more likely to be innovation leaders
Deloitte
The Broader Problem
Diversity and inclusion are often treated as buzzwords, with surface-level changes like updated website imagery or tokenistic hiring practices. However, these cosmetic adjustments fail to address the deep-seated barriers preventing true inclusivity.
Real change demands more.
Does your organisation’s boardroom reflect your wider team and customer base?
Have your recruitment and HR practices evolved in the past 5 years?
Are you tracking progress and taking tangible steps to improve?
If you answer no to any of these questions, it’s time to take a hard look at your organisation’s approach. True progress requires action, accountability, and a commitment to creating an environment where diversity and inclusion go beyond lip service.
So what needs to change?
It’s time for organisations to take meaningful action.
Invest in
Inclusivity
Inclusive culture and practises are not just trends — they’re essential for long-term success.
Go Beyond Performative Action
D&I is more than a checkbox; it’s about creating real opportunities for underrepresented groups.
Focus on Accountability
Tracking progress and listening to your workforce is key to sustainable change.
Join the Movement for Change
We’re more than just a job board — we’re a movement for diversity and inclusion. Black Leadership Job Board exists to break down barriers, challenge racism & unconscious bias, and promote more Black and ethnic minority professionals in leadership roles.
But we can’t do it alone. Change requires collective action from organisations, leaders, and professionals across the UK who are ready to stand up and make a difference.
Together, we can shape a more inclusive future for all.
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Black is used as an inclusive definition for people from ethnically diverse backgrounds who share a lived experience of the effects of racism.