ellogg’s has introduced that having a level will now not be a requirement for many jobs on the firm.

The cereal and snacks large mentioned the transfer was a part of its drive to change into a extra inclusive employer by decreasing obstacles to a job and recognising that having a level doesn't at all times mirror the contribution somebody could make.

The change was trialled with the Field Sales workforce final autumn and is being rolled out to the broader enterprise.

Sam Thornton, Kellogg’s gross sales director, mentioned it was powerful not going to school when mates had been accepting locations.

By ditching the necessity to have a level we hope extra folks from completely different backgrounds will contemplate Kellogg as someplace for his or her profession

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He began engaged on the store flooring in a neighborhood grocery store earlier than occurring a administration coaching programme.

“People are surprised to hear I haven’t got a degree and assume I must have gone to university,” he mentioned.

“It’s always stood out to me how many companies still ask for a degree as part of job requirements, so it’s amazing to see Kellogg remove that barrier.”

Chris Silcock, Kellogg’s UK managing director, mentioned: “At Kellogg we believe everyone should have a place at the table and by ditching the need to have a degree we hope more people from different backgrounds will consider Kellogg as somewhere for their career, not just those who went to university.”

A level tied to a selected regulated career, similar to authorized counsel or engineers, continues to be required.

Rosalind Goates, head of advocacy and campaigns on the Social Mobility Foundation mentioned: “Talent is everywhere but opportunity is not.

“It is encouraging to see top employers such as Kellogg’s recognise this and remove degree requirements for roles where they are not needed. Doing so allows organisations to assess candidates based on their potential and skills and ensures employers attract from the widest talent pool.

“We welcome Kellogg’s decision and hope more employers will follow suit to create a society where talent from all backgrounds is nurtured, harnessed and rewarded.”