"International Women’s Day is about taking the time to reflect and appreciate the achievements and contributions of women worldwide and to acknowledge that there is still work left to do for gender equality. The legal industry has been traditionally dominated by men but there is a clear commitment and change in this industry which is addressing gender disparities to create a fair and just place of work. International Women’s Day is a great opportunity for Nowell Meller Solicitors to reflect on their own efforts and commitments for women in the legal sector."

I have been a Solicitor at Nowell Meller since January 2024, and the firm’s commitment to gender equality is clear from day one. Most staff at Nowell Meller are female and three of the five directors are female, showing that gender is not a barrier. It is great to work for a firm who focus not only on supporting all staff with their work life balance but also promoting women’s careers. The Directors at Nowell Meller ensure that women are provided with support, resources, mentorship, and opportunities to thrive and progress as far as they would like but with the respect and understanding that their needs to be a balance of work life and family life.

Since starting work at Nowell Meller, I have been supported in opportunities to develop my career, advance my understanding of the business and progress into a leadership position. The opportunities provided are all in consideration of my home life and Nowell Meller are always keen to ensure that I have quality time at home with my husband, daughter, and dog, with no element of feeling guilty or feeling as though my career will be detrimental for wanting to have a work life balance. Nowell Meller have offered flexible working arrangements and have supported me with my family, acknowledging that family comes first, and my health and my family’s health is a priority. It has been a breath of fresh air working at Nowell Meller and I feel fully supported in my career and personal life.

Nowell Meller clearly understand the barriers faced by not only their staff but also clients and are focused on making a difference. Clients and staff are recognised as individuals with their own circumstances and not based on their gender. Nowell Meller empower women by providing career and leadership opportunities, allowing women to balance their professional and working lives and providing a mentorship which has been key to my own professional and personal growth.

I am proud to be part of a firm who are committed to make a change for women in the legal industry and who will continue to support and celebrate women with their achievement and future development.

Author: Alex Bradbury