Our Colleague Networks | Aldermore Bank

At Aldermore we represent a remarkable mix of backgrounds, cultures, generations, ethnicities, races and sexual orientations; generating a culture that's both innovative and open.

The results are real: a better work environment, which is better for wellbeing and for business. To support this drive for inclusion of all, we've developed networks to support areas that colleagues feel passionate about.

Rainbow LGBTQ+ Network

A group of passionate and collaborative colleagues, members of the LGBTQ+ community and allies, driving inclusion for our LGBTQ+ colleagues. The Network is a safe space to talk and share issues and concerns, as well as a space to celebrate all aspects of LGBTQ+ life. The Network is the hub and driving force behind several inclusive initiatives including awareness events, a partnership with Stonewall and Pride celebrations. We stand united together regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation and support each other.

GreatMinds

We want our colleagues to prioritise their mental health and well-being. Our vision is to raise mental health awareness, support colleagues to maintain good mental health, deliver prevention and implement core mental health standards and practices. We’re very proud to have launched “Wellbeing Wednesdays” – a platform open to every colleague. We actively encourage colleague participation in these sessions, taking an hour away to learn more about the importance of mental health and most importantly diminishing the perceived stigma so often attached to mental health in the workplace.

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EmbRace

Established in 2020, our aim is to create a community which provides a voice for our ethnic minority colleagues, and to empower them to embrace their full talent potential across Aldermore Group. Our network is open to all colleagues interested in engaging and wanting to make a positive difference by raising awareness, celebrating and promoting a truly inclusive culture throughout the organisation. Since September 2021, Aldermore now fosters a public commitment (through Business in the Community (BITC)’s Race at Work Charter) to to improving the outcomes of our ethnic minority colleagues and tackling ethnic disparities.

Female Network

Aldermore’s Female Network stands for Backing Our Women to be the best they can be. As a network, we actively work across the group to improve our gender balance and support women to feel empowered to bring the best version of themselves to work. Aldermore is a signatory to the Women in Finance Charter and is committed to becoming a menopause friendly employer, eliminating discrimination, and encouraging diversity amongst our people.

DAWN (disability awareness)

You can be a part of our Disability Network Group regardless of whether you personally have a disability. Our network is open to everyone, whether you have family members or friends with disabilities and want to learn how to support them in the workplace, or if you have questions about creating an inclusive environment, or you simply have a passion for advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities, our network welcomes you.

Veterans Network (VETNET)

Our Veterans Network (VETNET) supports Armed Forces Reservists, Veterans, Families and Supporters. The network will act as Aldermore’s guardians of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Family and Carers

We are a Colleague Network dedicated to empowering and supporting working families and individuals with caring responsibilities to achieve their potential. Our focus lies in enhancing our processes, policies, and fostering a supportive culture, enabling colleagues to respectfully support each other. We've organized successful events aimed at raising awareness about caring responsibilities among colleagues and we offer support to those entering or returning from parental leave.