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Our patients-first focus ensures therapies are effective across all populations. |
Our People |
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Our diverse employee base helps us better innovate and anticipate market demands. |
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Our emphasis on diverse suppliers and partners provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to focus on diverse patient engagement. |
At Parexel we strive for an inclusive environment that invites colleagues to bring their authentic selves and talents to work on a daily basis — and where all colleagues feel valued, respected and supported for who they are. We support inclusion through global, business unit, and steering committees in every major business location, and through extensive leadership development training and programming.
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Our People Pillar Structure |
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Executive Sponsorship of Diversity Committees |
Our committees advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion to create an environment where our employees feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work, share their diverse experiences and perspectives regardless of difference.
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Leadership Development |
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Wisdom Circle (Women Inspiring Success and Developing Others to Management): Women in Leadership (WIL): Men Advocating for Real Change (MARC): The Partnership - BioDiversity Fellows Program: In partnership with BioDiversity, and specific to the life science industry, The BioDiversity Fellows Program multicultural talent (African American, Asian, Indigenous, and Hispanic) helps professionals expand their leadership capabilities and establish a greater executive presence. Participants focus on three core competencies: leadership, relationship building, and organizational skill. SafeZone: Safe Zone training explore concepts of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the workplace, such as sexual orientation, gender identity, and the intersectionality of differences. Participants gain an understanding of common terminology and challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community through active dialogue and engaging discussion. |
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Delivering on our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy |
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Raise awareness
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Operationalize & set expectations
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Get to know our peopleAmong the many great things about our company is the commitment of our colleagues. When it comes to challenges great and small, we dare to endeavor with heart. |
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Aida discusses how bringing industry best practices in Diversity and Inclusion will allow us to create an environment of inclusivity, so that it becomes an inherent part of Parexel’s DNA.
Xoli supports our "patients first" value through her everyday work, she is part of two DEI committees and talkes about development programs and mentorship.
Ben talks about what challenges him in his role, and how inclusive Parexel are to those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Carlos openly talks about being gay and how and how he feels the company supports him and the LGBTQ+ community within Parexel.
Mati shares how inclusive Parexel is to the LGBTQ+ community members and adds advice to everyone interested in applying "Just do it! There is nothing to worry about!"
Roopa offers us an insight into her role and progression within Parexel. Roopa is an Ally of the LGBTQIA+ community and a DEI champion. Roopa uses the pronouns she/her/hers.
Jamie offers her perspective on Parexel's inclusivity to LGBTQ+ colleagues, how she feels about being "out" at work, and the steps Parexel is taking to be ever more inclusive.
David reflects on his experience working at Parexel, and how being different for whatever reason really matters here.
Jeff Barth talks to Zoe Schulz from myGwork about the joys of parenthood and what still needs to be done to normalize LGBTQ+ families.
Michel Keemers talks to Zoe Schulz from myGwork about parenthood and why organizations must support their employees no matter their identity.
Simon shares his personal story of facing the challenges of 'coming out.' Simon acknowledges how supportive colleagues and an inclusive working environment can make a difference.
Jahanara is an ally of the LGBTQ+ community, proudly represents India on the global DEI committee, and has been in Parexel's Women in Leadership Program.
As a global organization focused on clinical research and world health, Parexel promotes diversity and stands against discrimination of any kind. We are committed to closing the gap to create a more inclusive world and to provide a safe and equitable work environment for our colleagues where everyone is valued, respected and supported.
Parexel ranks in the top 20 percent on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index for LGBTQ Workforce Equality. This is the third consecutive year we have achieved this recognition, and we are extremely proud to be the highest-ranked CRO in the Index for 2022.
Parexel was recognized for its Leveraging Gender Partnership to Advance Women in Leadership initiative that has evolved the company culture to one where women have the right resources and training to succeed.
It has been brought to our attention that there has been fraudulent activity by scammers attempting to represent themselves as Parexel employees or recruiters. These individuals are attempting to reach potential job seekers through online chat interviews and sending false offer letters, representing Parexel without our consent. If you’re concerned that you’ve been contacted by an unauthorized Parexel recruiter or employee, please notify Jobs@Parexel.com. You may also report suspicious fraudulent activity to your local law enforcement agency or the FBI. Thank you.
