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NOW CLOSED: Are you interested in signing up to a 'Returning Talent' programme with Bank of America Merrill Lynch – we are looking for folk on a career break who are looking to return to work

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AnnMumsnet · 10/05/2012 14:49

2014 PROGRAMME LINK HERE

We have been working with Bank of America Merrill Lynch (BofAML) on their plans for an exciting idea for a return to work programme. We asked our panel members to complete a survey about this and now the programme has been finalised we are looking for MNers to attend. Apologies in advance to those for whom getting to London is a problem.

The programme is aimed at folk who fit the following specific criteria:

a) who are currently on a career break;
b) who had previously worked in a management type role, for example: this could be an IT manager in any business, a project manager in local authority, or management level jobs in areas such as law, communications or PR, HR, marketing or in a financial institution etc; c) who are planning a return to work

Michelle Fullerton, head of Diversity and Inclusion at BofAML says, "As an employer of choice and recognised as one of The Times? Top 50 Employers for Women, we are keen to ensure we attract, retain and develop talented individuals. We recognise that choosing to have a family is a very important stage in a man or woman's life, and that some decide to take time away from work to focus completely on caring for their family."

"We would like to offer 20 men or women who have been away from work for three or more years in order to stay at home and care for their family, the opportunity to benefit from our Returning Talent programme."

"Returning Talent has been devised as a way to support men and women returning to work. It offers three one day workshops (scheduled around childcare), executive coaching and access to employees and experts from BofAML. At the end of the programme, we hope that alumni will feel better prepared and confident to re-enter the world of work, either at our company or at another corporation."

The programme is being delivered by Maternity Coaching (the company that currently delivers maternity coaching to BofAML employees and their managers.)

Programme dates, times and locations:

The sessions will be hosted at BofAML's offices in City or Canary Wharf from 10:30am-4pm:

~ Monday, 18 June
~ Thursday, 21 June
~ Wednesday, 27 June

With regret no children. You will need to make your own way to the locations and lunch/ drinks will be served. You will need to attend all three sessions and stay for the whole session.

If you're able to attend all three sessions please add your details to this form by 28 May at 5pm. We will be in touch with those selected to attend on or before Wednesday, 6 June.

Any questions please ask on this thread and we will get a response for you.

Good luck and thanks, MNHQ

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Frontpaw · 25/05/2012 07:53

Do we know how many people put their names down?

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Frontpaw · 25/05/2012 07:55

Bugger - I don't think I put that I was a manager for donkey's years on my form. See - that is just how much help I need!

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AnnMumsnet · 26/05/2012 10:06

Frontpaw - we've had a good response to this - but BofAML really want as many folks to apply as possible so they can choose a good variety.

If you want me to add anything to your form please pm me and state what and where! thanks

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Frontpaw · 26/05/2012 21:24

Oohgreat! I'll have another glass of wine and a think...

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yummybunny · 28/05/2012 03:09

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sybilwibble · 06/06/2012 00:18

anyone heard anything yet? Will we at get a "No thank you" if we're unsuccessful?

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AnnMumsnet · 06/06/2012 10:48

Hello - have heard they will be in touch with folks today. Best of luck...

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amvidyaa · 06/06/2012 16:08

Anyupdate for people who have applied for the same

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OneHandFlapping · 06/06/2012 16:11

I have got a place. Smile

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Frontpaw · 06/06/2012 17:57

Has anyone 'got the call' yet?

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WillColbert · 06/06/2012 17:59

I have got a place too - really looking forward to it.

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Frontpaw · 06/06/2012 18:35

Oh dear, no news then, can't be good. Pooh. Back to the drawing board then... 15 years work experience... whinge whine

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sybilwibble · 06/06/2012 23:52

:) Me too. Very pleased indeed.

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Solo · 07/06/2012 03:18

See! I knew it was no good me applying!!

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peggyblackett · 07/06/2012 08:04

No place for me either .

Well done to those of you who did get a place - I hope you have a fun time :).

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AnnMumsnet · 07/06/2012 11:40

Well done to those with a place and sorry for those who didn't get the call/email - we did have a relatively large number of applicants in the end.

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