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DE&I

Diversity isn’t a policy. It’s how we think

We believe the best decisions come from the broadest perspectives. At Crimson, diversity of thought, background and experience isn’t a compliance exercise – it’s what makes us better at our jobs and more useful to our clients. We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone can do their best work. That means being deliberate about inclusion, consistent about fairness, and honest when there’s more to do.
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Leadership that reflects what we believe

Inclusion isn’t a moment. It’s a practice.

Over the last few years, we’ve made a conscious effort to reshape our leadership team. Our exec forums, risk boards, and operational leadership now reflect a much more balanced picture than they did – and that balance is shaping how we think about strategy, how we make decisions, and how we grow.

We’re actively developing the next generation of leaders within Crimson, with a clear commitment to ensuring those pathways are open to everyone.

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Our Employee Action Group

One of the most meaningful changes we’ve made is how we give our people a voice

Our Employee Action Group brings together representatives from across the business – every team, every level – to focus on real challenges, shape working practices, and drive inclusion from within. It’s where we bring live business problems and ask our people what they think. That’s where some of our best answers have come from.

The group has a dedicated focus on diversity, equity and inclusion as a standing agenda item, covering LGBTQIA+ awareness, gender equity, disability, and ethnic diversity. Monthly awareness sessions and external speakers are part of the programme, including events for Pride Month and other calendar moments that matter to our people.

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Fairer recruitment, from the ground up

Inclusion starts before someone joins

Our recruitment process uses structured scorecards and a deliberate approach to who’s in the room when decisions are made. We aim to ensure no hiring decision is made through a single lens. That means diverse interview panels, consistent evaluation criteria, and feedback for every candidate.

We also run regular mock interviews, CV workshops and psychological assessments – both for our own recruitment and as part of our outreach to schools and colleges. Getting into a tech career shouldn’t depend on who you know.

Development and progression

Everyone has room to grow here

We promote and reward people based on performance and potential – not on visibility, familiarity or the loudest voice in the room. We support our people through:
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Individual, tailored development plans

Informed by a talent review process and regular CPD time.
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Structured 
progression pathways

Particularly within our delivery and technical teams.
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The Crimson Academy apprenticeship programme

Which actively recruits across all backgrounds, with a specific focus on creating opportunities in tech for those who might not have a traditional route in.
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Inclusive by design

Inclusion isn’t a moment. It’s a practice.

We take our responsibilities seriously in how we support people with different needs – whether that’s adjusting working practices, ensuring accessibility, or creating space for individuals to show up as themselves.

We run diversity and inclusion training for employees and managers, alongside inclusive language and allyship initiatives to build awareness across the business. This isn’t a one-time thing. It’s ongoing.

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Interested in working for an organisation that takes this seriously?

Explore our latest roles and see how a career at Crimson gives you the support, space, and opportunities to thrive.