How Computershare helps working parents balance their family and career

“As both a parent and a manager of others who are parents at Computershare, I am proud to say that my company fully supports the always-on needs of parents. All the way around the organisation those in executive and non-executive roles not only recognize the needs of working parents but even more importantly, make deliberate steps to help them achieve their goals in both arenas, home and at work. With some roles offering flexible work arrangements to toolkits, employee resource groups and time off programs, there is both cultural and structural support. It is because of this critical support that working parents at Computershare can thrive.”

Amy Perras, Global Head of Portfolio Marketing, Canton, USA

“When I came back from maternity leave, I had a lot of fears, would I have been forgotten? Would I be seen just as a “mom”? And would I still be good at my job? Before my return, my new boss called to get to know me, what projects I wanted to work on, what schedule worked for me, how I wanted to work and what I wanted to do. I cannot begin to explain the sense of relief I felt. I remembered that I had an employer who not only was welcoming me back after maternity leave, but also providing me the flexibility and encouragement I needed to seamlessly integrate my roles as a mom and a professional. His, and my teams support, has made all the difference!”

Workplace Occupancy Analyst, Vancouver, Canada

“When I became a mother, I could not have asked for a more supportive working environment. My manager was so inspiring with the level of understanding that he gave me. Through a combination of working from home and flexible working hours, I have been able to balance my role as a parent, whilst continuing to pursue my career. I consider myself extremely lucky to have a career with such phenomenal support and exceptional work-life balance, which is individual to my life.”

Wendy Yan, Vice President, Hong Kong

“Our parental leave allowed me to create memories with my daughter that I will forever cherish. I returned to work six weeks later feeling so content and grateful for the opportunity to have actively participated in my daughter's first two months. I cannot stress enough how much of an impact it has had on me and my family. I'll always remember these first two months with my daughter and witnessing my wife become a mother.”

Louis Kassam, Global Core Operations (GCO) Chief of Staff, New York, USA

“I’m thrilled that Computershare adopted a comprehensive family leave policy that not only supports those who physically gave birth, but partners and adoptive couples as well. At Computershare, our employees are our most valuable asset. Solidifying our commitment to supporting the needs of our employees, both at work and at home, supports our Purple Ways of Working and enhances our culture of inclusiveness.”

Sharyn Bilenker, Head of Corporate Affairs and member of our Women PLUS network