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Celebrating our Gold membership of the 5% Club

03 December 2025

For the second consecutive year, we have achieved Gold accredited membership as part of the 5% Club’s highly respected 2025-26 Employer Audit Scheme. It recognises our commitment to nurture future talent and create meaningful career pathways for young people.

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Key highlights from the audit

  • We ranked 4th overall in the national audit of 252 participating employers with a 23.8% ‘Earn and Learn’ workforce. As a business operating in the lower third of the 'Large Employer' category by size, this achievement is especially significant.
  • We ranked 8th in the audit for female representation in our apprentice cohort at 66%, showcasing our efforts to build an inclusive and gender balanced workforce.
  • We are proud of our 15% ethnically diverse graduate representation, which is up from 5% only two years ago, demonstrating our efforts to attract and retain a more diverse talent pool.
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Why this matters

In a fast-evolving world of work, investing in the next generation is not just a strategic imperative; it’s a moral one. By creating structured, supportive and high-impact development opportunities, we’re helping young professionals build the skills, confidence, and experience they need to thrive.

“We believe that early career talent is the heartbeat of future innovation, and we’re proud to be part of a movement that champions long-term employability, diversity, and social mobility.”

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A message to our future talent

Whether you're considering an apprenticeship, graduate programme, or another route into our business, know that you’ll be joining a company that values your growth, listens to your voice, and invests in your potential.

We’re not just building a workforce - we’re building a legacy.

Visit our careers page to find out more about opportunities and roles available at DM.

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