Case study (LA13-14): Enabling talent in Brazil
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Composition of governance bodies
The key diversity issue for Electrolux is to increase the gender balance at senior management levels. The Group’s current workforce consists of 35% (35) female employees. 14% (15) Management positions are held by women. Four women are members of the board. If employee union representatives are included, there are five female representatives.
Six countries are represented in Group Management, with six of 11 members coming from countries outside Sweden—a high number for a Swedish company.
Other activities
During 2010, local Electrolux operations have initiated their own programs to increase diversity (see case study).
In addition, Electrolux is a partner of AIESEC, the world's largest student organization and an international platform for young people to explore and develop their leadership potential. One of the key purposes in the partnership is to tap into a diverse talent pool by offering internships throughout the Group’s global operations. In 2010, 31 trainees were hosted by Electrolux, 17 of which were female. 54% of interns from 2009 were offered permanent employment in 2010.