Women in Finance Charter
We are proud to be a signatory to the Women in Finance Charter, reflecting our commitment to improving gender balance at Bath Building Society and supporting a more inclusive workplace.
At the time of our 2026 annual update, our senior management population increased from 18 to 22 colleagues, and the number of female senior managers increased from 7 to 9. This means that female representation in senior management increased from 39% in 2025 to 40% in 2026.
Our current target is to achieve 40% female representation in senior management by 2028, rising to 50% by 2030. We are pleased to have reached 40% representation ahead of our 2028 deadline, while recognising that continued progress will require sustained focus over the longer term.
As a relatively small organisation, our gender balance data can be affected by small changes in headcount. Limited turnover and fewer new senior roles becoming available can also make it more difficult to predict when opportunities to improve representation will arise. For that reason, our focus is not only on numerical targets, but on building the conditions for sustainable change. This means supporting internal development, strengthening succession planning, ensuring fair and inclusive recruitment practices, and helping colleagues access opportunities to progress when they become available.
