First Intuition ESG

At FI we recognise the need for businesses to be responsible. As we educate the next generation of professionals it is our job to promote the importance of business as a force for good. We hope to do this by demonstrating strong ESG values in everything we do. 

Whilst we’ve always embraced strong values at FI, we’re at the start of our journey in formalising our ESG activities and setting challenging targets to take these forwards as the FI Group grows. We’re proud of the progress we have made to date, but we recognise that there’s still lots to do. To that end – our ESG Team have been working to set some challenging targets for the year ahead. 

 

Policies & Reports Our goals for 2025

What is ESG?

ESG is a framework for measuring a business’s impact on society, the environment and how transparent or accountable it is.

Environmental

Managing our CO2 emissions, monitoring the impact of our supply chain, and reducing the waste which we create.

Social

Promoting equality and diversity, the well-being of those we interact with, and our volunteering and community work.

Governance

How we embed key values such as ESG in our practices, how we promote inclusivity at senior management level, and how we operate our business ethically.

Meet the team

Jo Dyson - Director, First Intuition Reading

“I believe businesses should try to make the world a better place. I am excited to be part of the FI journey.”

Sarah Mackey - COO

“For me, ESG is about not only doing what’s right for the environment and society but also about ensuring FI is able to demonstrate the value we place on responsibility and sustainability.”

 

Jess Colver - Project Manager

“I want to be part of a team that promotes sustainable practices, enhances corporate responsibility and drives environmental stewardship.”

Claire Mills - Apprenticeships Director Bristol

“I am passionate about living and working sustainably and acting kindly and responsibly towards staff, customers and the community at large.”

Julie Powell - Head of Operations & Customer Services, Northwest

“I am interested in how FI can implement the requirements of ESG and how this will impact on how FI operates as a business regarding the planet and its people.”

Liv Szekelyhidi - HR Operations and Systems Manager

“If every business follows FI and does only a tiny bit more towards enhancing sustainability, being socially responsible and leading by example on ethical behaviour and business conduct, our planet will be a healthier and happier place.”

Becki Hunter - Head of Business Projects

“I’m committed to the positive impact ESG can have on the environment and society through sustainable practices, both personally and at work”.

Zach Dyson

Zach Dyson - Finance Team

“I am very interested in how we can make FI more sustainable and minimise our impact on the planet”.

Our ESG Journey – Where are we now?

A recent review carried out by independent experts recognises the progress we have made so far and helped us to set targets for what we need to do next. 
Take a look at our 2024/2025 key priorities below:

Social

Our strongest area is our investment in our people, which contributed to us being named in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in 2024. We will continue to invest in the training and development of our team and to make sure that our pay and benefits exceed those offered in our market. 

“First Intuition can evidence exemplary ESG practices across various dimensions within the areas of social responsibility and corporate governance.” 

  • We’ll continue to grow our network-wide EDI group who look at ways to promote ethnic diversity and inclusion within our workplace. 
  • We’ll seek to promote social mobility within apprenticeships and in the financial sector. 
  • We’ll continue to review gender equality in the workplace.
  • We’ll extend and promote our community volunteering policy and charitable activities. 

Environment

We have commissioned a carbon and sustainability report to help us to understand our emissions and impact. This will form the basis of our targets for 2025. 

  • We already use renewable energy in many of our offices, but we’re working with our landlords to increase the use of solar and renewables. 
  • We’re working to reduce our carbon emissions by 20% in Q4 2025, and to work towards a 50% reduction by 2030. We aim to be carbon neutral in 2050. 
  • We’re working to reduce the waste created in each of our centres by an average of 20%. 
  • We’ll engage with our key suppliers to make sure that we understand and manage the environmental impact of our supply chain. 

Governance

We have developed an ESG policy, terms of reference and delivery plan which will support our progress towards excellence in 2025. 

We have appointed a Board-level Project Sponsor and an ESG Champion to lead the newly formed group-wide ESG Team who represent all areas of the business. This team will meet every six weeks and work on implementing establishing clear routes to staying on track with our strategy. 

  • We’ve set up an ESG Team to promote ESG within the FI Group. 
  • The ESG Team reports quarterly to our Board and to our investors so that we can track our progress. 
  • We’ll regularly report on our progress and share reports with our stakeholders. 

Martin Taylor Chairman at First Intuition
Having commissioned an external ESG review recently we are much clearer on our strengths which we need to build on, but also areas where we can improve. I am excited to see how FI continues to develop in this area and how we can ensure our clients, suppliers, students and team members all help us along this journey.

Martin Taylor

Policies & Reports

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Our Policies

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Our Reports

Awards & Highlights

Working with charities

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Apprentice of the QuarterAward

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Sunday Times Best Places to Work

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PQ Magazine Awards

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Meet Chelmsfords first ever student

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From school leaver to Managing Partner

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Women in Accountancy

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FI Inclusion Webinar Series

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ICAEW Quilter Prize Winner

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First Intuition Equality Diversity and Inclusion Statement

First Intuition believes that excellence will be achieved by recognising the value of every individual as well as rewarding the contributions they make to the First Intuition culture.

We aim to create an environment that recognises and embraces diversity and enables everyone to derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from their association with First Intuition.

We will continuously review our practices to make sure that First Intuition is representative of wider society and removes barriers to inclusion.

In our pursuit of a workplace that champions diversity, we strive not only to meet but to exceed all relevant legislation and best practices, creating a vibrant environment that recognises and celebrates each individual’s unique perspective.

First Intuition
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