JDR Joins Onvero to Strengthen Diversity & Inclusion Strategy

Date Posted: Tue Apr 2026

At JDR, we believe that building diverse teams and fostering inclusive workplace cultures isn’t just the right thing to do - it’s essential for long-term business success. That’s why we’re proud to announce that we are now a member of Onvero, a leading UK-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace.

Who Are Onvero?

Onvero is widely recognised as one of the UK’s leading employer networks focused on helping organisations create truly inclusive cultures. Through expert guidance, training and practical resources, they support businesses in building environments where every individual has the tools, support and confidence to thrive. Their mission aligns closely with our own: to ensure that inclusion is not just a statement, but something embedded into everyday business practices.

Why This Matters to JDR

As a recruitment business, we play a key role in shaping workplaces across multiple industries. We understand that the way organisations hire, support and develop people has a direct impact on culture, performance and retention. Becoming a member of Onvero allows us to strengthen our approach to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) - not only internally, but also in how we support our clients.

A Word from Our Managing Director

“Joining Onvero is an important step for us at JDR. As a business, we’re committed to continuously improving how we approach diversity and inclusion - both within our own teams and in the service we provide to our clients. Working with Onvero gives us access to the expertise, insight and tools we need to keep evolving. For us, this isn’t a tick-box exercise - it’s about building a culture where people feel valued, supported and able to succeed. That ultimately leads to stronger businesses and better outcomes for everyone.”

- Darren Roscoe, Managing Director at JDR

How Onvero Supports Our DEI Strategy

Our membership provides us with access to a range of valuable resources that will help shape and strengthen our DEI strategy: Expert Guidance & Resources From toolkits to events and networking opportunities, Onvero provides practical support and best-practice insight that we can embed into our day-to-day operations. Benchmarking & Assessment We’re able to evaluate where we currently stand on diversity and inclusion, with clear recommendations on how to improve and evolve. Specialist Consultation Access to DEI specialists ensures we receive tailored advice to support both our internal and client initiatives.

The Future of the Partnership

This partnership represents another step forward in our journey to make inclusion a core part of everything we do. By working with Onvero, we are better equipped to:

Attract and engage diverse talent
Build a genuinely inclusive culture within JDR
Support our clients in creating more equitable workplaces

At JDR, we know that when inclusion is embedded, businesses perform better, trust runs deeper and people stay longer. Becoming an Onvero member reinforces our commitment to making that a reality - for our team, our clients, and the wider community. Stay up to date with all the latest news and insights from JDR.