Diversity and inclusion (D&I) talent search agency, Precedent Group has announced the appointment of UK diversity champion Paul Sesay as its new CEO.
As the founder of Inclusive Companies and The National Diversity Awards, Sesay has over 15 years of experience in the diversity arena, having collaborated with some of the largest organisations in the world to enhance their D&I profiles. Sesay also engages with local communities to help people from various backgrounds to achieve and empowers disadvantaged groups throughout the UK.
“We are thrilled to welcome Paul Sesay to Precedent Group to begin our journey of recruiting in colour,” commented Serge Patrick-Heselton, COO of Precedent Group. “This is an exciting appointment for us, as Paul brings a deep understanding of the power of data and recruiting holistically through an inclusion lens. Thinking differently is in our DNA and we believe that all candidates regardless of their background, ethnicity and gender should be represented in a manner in line with their skills and abilities.”
RECRUITING IN COLOUR
With the strap line ‘We Recruit in Colour’, the search firm is focused on breaking down the barriers to inclusive and diverse recruitment using innovative technology to eliminate bias. The talent search agency also works with organisations to enhance their D&I agenda and assist employers in fostering a truly inclusive environment within which they recognise and value the differences of each employee.
Talent management consistently ranks as a top concern for CEOs, yet many say their organisations are missing out on commercial opportunities in the area. Precedent Group says it’s putting talent at the top of the agenda by removing bias from recruitment for businesses looking to take their hiring process to the next level.
Commenting on the appointment, Sesay stated: “I am proud to be joining Precedent Group to change the whole recruitment process for both candidates and employers to ensure people excel in any workplace. Precedent Group only works with progressive, forward-thinking organisations, clients and hiring teams to enable them to capitalise on the competitive advantages of having a diverse workforce. I look forward to leading at the forefront.”
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