Allianz Suisse improves equality in the workplace
Allianz Suisse is currently the only Swiss insurance company to be certified with "EDGE Move" at the second highest level. The EDGE ("Economic Dividends for Gender Equality") certification is a world-leading global certification system for gender equality in the workplace.
The EDGE assessment measures the progress a company has made in terms of gender equality. The following aspects are examined: Gender representation, equal pay, the effectiveness of measures to promote equal careers, and the inclusive culture with regard to professional development opportunities. Compared to the second certification in 2020, Allianz Suisse improved in all of these topics. In addition, employee perceptions of equality also improved, according to the employee survey conducted by EDGE.
Progress on equal pay
For years, the insurance company has been conducting regular gender pay gap analyses and doing everything in its power to close the gap that still exists. The focus is consistently on fair gender pay for all new hires, function changes and during the pay round. The review with the external tool from EDGE also showed that Allianz Suisse is very far along. As a result, the company made the leap from the "EDGE Assess" level to the "EDGE Move" level, which recognizes progress in the area of equality.
Another milestone reached
Ruedi Kubat, CEO of Allianz Suisse, says: "The award is a milestone on our journey towards a working environment where equality and inclusion are lived every day. The EDGE certification shows that we have made significant progress. At the same time, it spurs us on to implement further measures in the area of Diversity & Inclusion strategy and to continuously improve."
About EDGE Certification
EDGE certification includes four components: An analysis of statistical data, an employee survey, and a review of policies and regulations. In addition, a gender pay gap analysis is conducted. Certification is awarded at three levels: "EDGE Assess" ("Recognizing Commitment"), "EDGE Move" ("Showcasing Progress") and "EDGE Lead" ("Celebrating Success"). In Switzerland, 16 companies are EDGE-certified to date. Allianz Suisse is the only insurance company in Switzerland that is currently entitled to use the "EDGE Move" award.
More information: https://edge-cert.org/
