Case Study: Baker McKenzie builds inclusive leadership and social mobility with Circl

Baker McKenzie boosts inclusive leadership with Circl as 92% of professionals meet objectives

Baker McKenzie, a global law firm, sought to embed coaching as a core leadership capability and strengthen its commitment to inclusion and social mobility. The firm wanted to move beyond directive management styles and ensure its inclusion efforts supported long-term belonging and progression for professionals from underrepresented backgrounds. They partnered with Circl to address these interconnected priorities.

Circl implemented leadership coaching programmes that paired Baker McKenzie professionals one-to-one with Future Leaders from underrepresented backgrounds, focusing on developing inclusive leadership skills. They also co-hosted a Social Mobility Insights Day. This solution resulted in measurable growth in coaching capabilities for professionals and a deepened understanding of social mobility across the firm. Key impacts included 92% of professionals meeting or exceeding programme objectives and an 8.6/10 overall programme rating.

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