How does Prudential seek to attract, hire and retain diverse employees?
Prudential Financial is very committed to hiring, developing and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it makes good business sense. While it’s not possible to name all of the company’s activities in this interview, they do include: actively pursuing a diverse slate of candidates for job openings at both entry-level and advanced levels; creating meaningful development plans for all employees; reviewing hiring, transfer, promotion, and voluntary and involuntary termination statistics to monitor the progress of diverse employees; supporting a wide range of work-life balance programs and other support services; and generally encouraging a culture in the organization that gives all employees the chance to succeed. Q: What work-life balance programs does Prudential utilize? A: These programs are especially important to women. We offer various work arrangements, such as very flexible work hours, telecommuting, part-time employment, job s