Diversity & Inclusion
Our vision is to be recognised as an inclusive Australian law firm that employs and retains the best and most diverse talent. We value and encourage diversity, respect social and cultural differences and champion fair and equitable conduct.
We foster a positive, safe and inclusive culture
Diversity provides the spark that ignites strategic thinking, creativity, collaboration and inspiration – allowing us to see new perspectives, find innovative solutions to complex problems, achieve outstanding outcomes and to grow as a firm and as people.
As a firm, one of the ways we foster a positive, safe and inclusive culture is through our Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) program, BN Included, which drives the implementation of our market leading D&I strategy.
Our dedication to building a diverse and inclusive culture is one of the reasons why we’re recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice.
Initiatives to champion change
BN Included initiatives that have been implemented to support the firm’s D&I strategy include:
- Mandatory D&I training for all staff
- Public Holiday Swap policy
- Equitable Briefing policy
- Flexible working policies
- Shared Care Parental policy
- Domestic & Family Violence Policy.
We also enjoy recognising the diversity that exists within BN and regularly acknowledge and celebrate dates that hold significance for our people, like International Women’s Day, Wear it Purple Day and Reconciliation Week.
Our commitment to gender equality
At Barry Nilsson, we are committed to achieving gender equality through inclusion and equal access to opportunities, as well as equal pay. We have a culture that supports the development of women and promotes the advancement of their careers. We are dedicated to creating a firm where women want to work - a place where they feel included, valued and empowered to achieve their full potential.