Maternity, Leadership and Career Development Coach
Around a quarter of UK Mothers either do not return to work after maternity leave or leave within a year of returning. The majority site lack of support as the key issue.
With 73.9% of families with dependent children relying on dual incomes, working mothers are the norm. Support through this lifestage should not be an exception.
Around 50% of women having children in their 30s, often at a more senior and experienced stage of their careers retaining talent has become even more important.
Replacing an employee can cost 6–9 months’ salary, with UK businesses losing an estimated £647 million annually through poor support for working parents.
When a valued colleague leaves, this affects both teams and clients. It disrupts continuity, increases workload for others, and results in the loss of valuable knowledge.
With only 29% of women in C Suite roles, we need to support the pipeline of women progressing into leadership positions.