Fostering diversity, providing equitability

Diversity and inclusion are central to our mission and core values. We believe in the power of a diverse work environment and the impact that women in business can have on society.

Elevating standards and levelling the playing field

Here at Olayan Saudi Holding Company, we are committed to ensuring the institutional implementation of diversity and inclusion across all facets of our business, creating opportunities for any capable individual showcasing the desire to grow and actualize their potential. Core to this is our commitment to continually elevate the standards of women’s employment, offering professional development opportunities to help them grow and rise through the ranks.

Diversity & Gender Equity at a Glance

Hiring rate of women

1 %

of "Olayan Management Development Program" graduates are women

1 %

of all talent who were granted external training are women

1 %

“Gender equality is a smart goal that trickles down to solve existential human challenges, like poverty, sustainable development, and good governance.”

- Amani Alzahrani Diversity Manager

Pioneering Gender Equity

The four pillars of OWN are to:

Employ

As an equal opportunity employer, all roles in our group are open for women

Empower

We empower women to take ownership of their aspirations and careers whilst working towards fulfilling the group’s purpose

Engage

Proactively engage internally and externally with relevant stakeholders to achieve our purpose

Evolve

We work to continually enhance, improve, and evolve the role of women - both within the group, and in society at large

Recognizing our Diversity Enablers: The OWN Awards

Diversity Index Award

Introduced to recognize companies with high diversity scores and positive feedback on our “OWN Work Culture Survey.”

OWN Recognition Award

Introduced in 2015 to recognize high-performing women who actively engage in diversity initiatives. During the Annual OWN Forum, the CEO presents certificates of appreciation to the awardees in the “OWN Recognition Award” session. The awardees have a one-on-one lunch with our CEO at HQ.

OWN Mentor Award

The Mentor Award was introduced in 2020 to recognize recipients who add particular value to the organization. It also represents their ongoing commitment to the mission of gender diversity by advocating and lending support when needed. It is not an annual award but is given when candidates arise.

Sustainability

Caring for our people and guaranteeing inclusivity are integral to who we are, and we are equally invested in caring for our planet and our community.

Equal Opportunities For All

We believe that talent comes in many different forms. We are always open and curious to see what can be brought to the table that can be nurtured and grown within the organisation.