Hope Capital Property Finance has reported that women now make up 82% of its senior management team and 61% of its overall workforce, as it continues to push for greater representation in a financial sector still largely dominated by men.
The specialist property finance lender said the figures marked further progress since its 2024 update, when women accounted for 78% of senior management and 54% of the wider workforce.
Hope Capital said the latest numbers reflected its longer-term focus on inclusivity and equality, following its decision to sign HM Treasury’s Women in Finance Charter in 2018.
The lender said it has continued to back female representation across the business, arguing that a more diverse workforce can support innovation, help attract talent and improve overall business performance.
Kate Cowan, chief financial and operating officer, said: “Since our 2024 announcement, when 78% of senior management and 54% of the workforce were women, we have seen meaningful growth in representation.
“Celebrating women, creating visible leadership pathways, and recognising achievements remain central to our mission. Renewing our commitment to the Women in Finance Charter reaffirms our pledge to build a fairer, more inclusive future in finance.”
Jonathan Sealey, chief executive officer, added: “This week, we proudly celebrated our all-female Senior Leadership Team, now operating entirely at Director level.
“In a sector still largely led by men, this is a historic achievement for our company. It reflects the skill, dedication, and leadership of our team, and underscores our determination to lead the way in gender diversity across financial services.”
The announcement coincides with International Women’s Day, with Hope Capital saying it wanted to recognise the contribution of women across the business while restating its commitment to equality, opportunity and representation.
Pictured (L-R): Jonathan Sealey, Sarah Butler, Laura Carr, Kate Cowan, Jemma Wood, Stephanie Kinsella and Kim Parker
