--- title: DEI in IT Recruitment description: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Talent Locker! Our values, commitments, and diversity statement. 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We're committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work. In short, we want a healthy, inclusive environment where each individual matters. **This benefits you too!** A team that reflects the real world helps us understand both your needs and the needs of the candidates we connect you with. When people from different backgrounds come together, they bring fresh ideas, unique experiences, and creative approaches. This leads to better solutions and is a win-win for everyone. **We’re always learning…** We're constantly striving to raise our standards and live up to our core values. After all, that's what keeps us a Great Place to Work! [![DE&I STATEMENT](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8110437/1376d812-84fb-41e7-ad4f-e7ba7368981a.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/8110437/1376d812-84fb-41e7-ad4f-e7ba7368981a) ## LATEST BLOGS ### Your SAP Delivery Ecosystem: The Decision That Matters Before You Choose an SI An Interview with Paul Stead on SAP S/4HANA delivery strategy, programme control and why ecosystem... [Read more](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/blog/your-sap-delivery-ecosystem-the-decision-that-matters-before-you-choose-an-si) ### Best Employer Brand… and Highly Commended for Best Client Service! We’re still smiling. At this year’s Global Recruiter Awards, we picked up Best Employer Brand and... [Read more](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/blog/talent-locker-best-employer-brand-and-highly-commended-for-best-client-service) ### NEW PARTNERSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT: TALENT LOCKER X TILLON We’re excited to announce a new partnership between Talent Locker and Tillon, a trusted consultancy... [Read more](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/blog/new-partnership-talent-locker-x-tillon) ### Top tips for retaining quality tech talent Tech recruitment is a competitive landscape where finding top talent is just the first step. ... [Read more](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/blog/how-to-retain-top-tech-talent-a-guide-for-employers) ## A MESSAGE FROM MARTYN & RICHARD > At Talent Locker, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that building a welcoming and fair environment with a mix of talented people of all backgrounds benefits everyone – our team and our clients. > > ![Rich and Martyn, Directors at Talent Locker](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(15).png?width=281&height=281&name=Untitled%20design%20(15).png) > > We are proud to have an internal **50/50 gender split** and are always happy to help clients improve their **hiring processes** to become more inclusive and fair. > > Martyn hurricks & Richard barker - directors at talent locker ## A GREAT PLACE TO WORK We are proud to be a Top 100 UK Great Place To Work! Here are just a handful of the statements that 100% of our team agreed to be true. ✅ People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation: 100% ✅ People here are treated fairly regardless of their race: 100% ✅ People here are treated fairly regardless of their gender: 100% ✅ People here are treated fairly regardless of their age: 100% ✅ Everyone has an opportunity to get special recognition: 100% ✅ This is a psychologically and emotionally healthy place to work: 100%   **![Great Place to Work Talent Locker](https://www.talentlocker.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/2024_UK_Best%20Workplaces_S_RGB-1.png?width=281&height=281&name=2024_UK_Best%20Workplaces_S_RGB-1.png)** ## SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY We're passionate about giving back and empowering everyone to reach their full potential. That's why we sponsor AFC Hiltingbury's Pan-Disability team. 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