Diversity


Success from many perspectives

What does diversity mean at Deutsche Bank?

At Deutsche Bank we speak of a "One Bank Culture". Contrary to a "One Culture Bank" in which cultural differences are diminished, we pursue another approach. We see ourselves as a global institution which is aware of and actively encourages our diversity. We create a common reference point without abandoning the strength of our differences.
"Our success is driven by our ability to leverage and manage our diversity." Dr. Josef Ackermann, CEO

By recognizing and respecting individuality, we create a diverse and inclusive work environment that allows us to:

  • Recruit and retain the best talent: Deutsche Bank seeks talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives which reflect the growing diversity of the places where we do business and the clients that we serve
  • Deliver innovative and creative solutions to our clients: A diverse workforce stimulates innovation by promoting creative thinking, inspiring new ideas from different perspectives, and motivating employees to perform to the best of their ability
  • Succeed in a globally integrated and competitive market: Our refined cultural understanding allows us to reach a wider spectrum of clients and diverse segments of the market which is essential to realize our vision and provide strong value to our shareholders. 

Our commitment to diversity is steadfast.


The goals of our diversity initiatives

A "One Bank Culture" can only be realized through a platform of inclusion. Our objective is to sustain an open and inclusive culture for all employees, irrespective of age, gender, religion, ethnic origin, sexual identity, disability or perspective. Leading edge programs and initiatives aimed at attracting, developing and retaining diverse talent are delivered around the world.

 


Diversity initiatives at Deutsche Bank

  Some examples of our activities and initiatives for Diversity at Deutsche Bank:
  • All faith rooms
  • Deutsche Bank Family Network
  • Deutsche Bank Women's Network
  • Multicultural Partnerships
  • Rainbow groups
  • Sponsors for Educational Opportunity Program (SEO)
  • Women in European Business
  • Women on Wall Street

 


Global recognition

Our commitment to diveristy has won us much recognition including:

  • Being voted 20th "Best Big Company to Work for" in The Times top 100 in 2008
  • Ranking among the top 50 companies in the 2008 "Family Building Champion Hope Award"
  • Achieving a score of 100 in the Human Rights Campaign "Corporate Equality Index" in 2007 and 2006
  • Being awarded the "Audit berufundfamilie® Zertifikat 2007"
  • Being the first corporate group in Germany to receive the "Certificate of the Hertie Foundation for initiatives on the compatibility of career and family"