McCann’s commitment to “earn and learn” recognised with prestigious 5% Club gold membership
We’re celebrating a new award after the business was recently presented with a gold membership as part of The 5% Club’s esteemed 2024-25 Employer Audit Scheme.
This new accolade highlights McCann’s unwavering commitment to empowering employees through “earn & learn” initiatives such as Apprenticeships, Graduate Schemes and Sponsored Student Placements.
Achieving gold status reflects our dedication to nurturing the growth and development of our workforce, as well as the belief that investment in people is the cornerstone of success.
Through programs that offer hands-on learning, we regularly create pathways for professional growth, equipping staff with the skills and confidence they need to thrive.
Launched in 2013, The 5% Club works with UK employers and influencers to inspire positive action for increased and accessible workplace learning, focused primarily on the number of apprentices, sponsored students and graduates employed.
By being part of The 5% Club, McCann joins over 1,100 fellow employers who are dedicated to driving positive change, with the 5% Club representing a powerful movement of companies working together to make workplace training more inclusive, diverse and accessible.
Collectively, members support 1.9 million employees with more than 108,000 individuals participating in “earn and learn” schemes. The Employer Audit rigorously assesses efforts, future ambitions and commitments to social mobility, diversity, and inclusion.
Our Managing Director, John McCann, is proud to see the business secure the coveted gold membership, saying, “We’ve always upheld a commitment to nurturing industry talent right across the business, in whatever form this takes. We want McCann to be a place where everyone feels empowered to be the best version of themselves and realise their career ambitions,”
John continues, “We’re honoured to be recognised as one of the outstanding gold members of The 5% Club. This achievement puts us at the forefront of workplace learning innovation, and we look forward to expanding these opportunities even further over time.”
Mark Cameron OBE, Chief Executive at The 5% Club, commented:
“We are incredibly proud of the outstanding employers, like McCann, who have gone above and beyond to invest in the future of their workforce through a diverse range of ‘earn and learn’ initiatives. Their dedication, especially during these challenging times, deserves to be celebrated. By achieving gold membership, McCann has shown an exceptional commitment to shaping the skills of tomorrow, contributing not only to their business but to the wider economy.”
Gill Cronin, Director of Operations at The 5% Club, added:
“It is inspiring to witness the dedication and passion our members bring to providing meaningful career development opportunities. McCann’s Gold membership highlights their leadership in creating impactful learning environments that prioritise inclusion and diversity. As we see 20% of our members reaching these prestigious tiers, it’s a true reflection of how companies like McCann are laying the groundwork for the future talent pipeline.”
For more information about The 5% Club, visit www.5percentclub.org.uk/.
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