Recruiters today face increasing pressure to show real action on diversity. Ethnically diverse candidates want more than good intentions. They want proof that employers are removing barriers and building fair, inclusive recruitment practices.

The Inclusive Recruitment Benchmark (IRB) helps your organisation do just that. It provides you with independent recognition, practical feedback, and a visible badge to demonstrate your progress in ethnic diversity and inclusion.

You complete a structured self-assessment across 8 key pillars of inclusive recruitment, share evidence such as job ads and policies, and receive a detailed feedback report with a clear score. You then earn an award level that reflects your journey from Foundation for early progress to Gold for leading practice.

Participating helps you strengthen your commitments to Race Equality, EDI, and workforce inclusion. You’ll also be publicly recognised on Ethnic Jobsite as an Inclusive Recruiter, with PR support across our network of specialist job boards.

Whether you’re at the start of your inclusion journey or aiming for best practice, the IRB gives you a clear roadmap to improve representation and accountability. 

Invest in Inclusive Recruitment Benchmark
Demonstrate your commitment to ethnic diversity and equitable hiring. Select the level that suits your goals.

Start with a Free Foundation Assessment to see how your recruitment process performs against the Inclusive Recruitment Benchmark. 

• Starter – £1,250 + VAT
Ideal for charities, small teams, and SMEs taking first steps toward ethnic representation and equality. Covers essentials with quick, actionable improvements.

• Progress – £2,500 + VAT
Designed for councils and mid-sized employers developing stronger race equality and inclusive recruitment frameworks. Provides measurable outcomes and expert guidance.

• Leader – £4,000 + VAT
Perfect for corporates and public bodies embedding race equity across their recruitment process. Includes full benchmarking, accreditation, and a comprehensive improvement plan.

Existing recruiters receive a 15% discount across all levels.