Building Bridges: Rebecca Law on Social Responsibility and Diverse Talent in Construction
Episode Overview
Rebecca Law shares insights into the challenges faced by the construction industry, emphasizing the need to open up different labor markets. The episode discusses the initiatives spearheaded by Rebecca Law to address the skill shortage, including setting up a training company and community initiatives aimed at providing work opportunities and training to local individuals. The conversation touches on gender equality and the growing diversity in the construction industry, with Rebecca stressing the importance of embracing diversity and inclusivity. Rebecca Law emphasizes the significance of personal investment and passion in driving meaningful change, not just in the construction sector, but across all industries. The episode wraps up with a discussion on social responsibility and sustainability, where Rebecca emphasizes the importance of partnerships and personal connections in driving impactful CSR initiatives.
It's embedded within our business now; we need to do it, otherwise we're going to be in a much worse situation in five more years.
Rebecca Law, Director at PSI Global Industrial Services Limited, joins Lysha Holmes on this episode of The Recruiter's Recruitment Podcast. Rebecca shares her journey and insights into transforming businesses through partnerships and corporate social responsibility (CSR). If you've ever wondered how the construction industry can attract a diverse talent pool, Rebecca has some eye-opening perspectives.
She talks about the pressing issue of skill shortages and the steps she's taken to address this, including founding a training company and launching community initiatives aimed at providing work opportunities and training to local individuals. Rebecca doesn't shy away from discussing the impact of major events like Brexit and COVID-19 on the construction sector. She emphasizes the importance of opening up different labor markets and engaging with local communities to bring people back into work.
Her passion for diversity and inclusion shines through as she shares the positive changes she's witnessed by embracing these values. Personal investment and passion are recurring themes in Rebecca's conversation. She believes that meaningful change is driven by these elements, not just in construction but across all industries. Rebecca also highlights the significance of partnerships and personal connections in driving impactful CSR initiatives.
And if you're curious about what makes Liverpool special, Rebecca extends an invitation to explore its vibrant history and culture. Whether you're in the recruitment industry or just interested in how businesses can be more socially responsible, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.