Bank of America Merrill Lynch on the benefits of returning talent

Returning talent is an oft-underused resource; with many firms neglecting those with skills and experience, but no employment, in favour of other options.   

Natasha San Juan, Head of EMEA Infrastructure Staffing at Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BoAML), talks to Executive Grapevine about the banks Returning Talent programme. 

“Workplace diversity is key to business growth and success. The benefits of building a workforce of diverse talent who are empowered to positively contribute to a company’s success are numerous – from better financial performance and more innovative problem-solving to effective employee retention and greater customer or client appeal.

“At BoAML, our culture is deeply rooted in diversity and inclusion. We recognise that we gain strength from a diverse workforce and so we embrace our differences. In order to support this culture, we have developed programmes designed to help us attract and retain diverse talent. Our UK Returning Talent flagship programme, now entering its fifth year, illustrates the support we strive to offer the wider community and reflects our strategy to encourage and support peoples’ return to work after a career break.