Aston Martin invites females to HQ for International Women’s Day

Aston Martin wants to encourage more females to work for the ultra-luxury brand. Photo: Aston Martin

Aston Martin is opening its doors to females to highlight employment opportunities in the automotive sector on International Women’s Day on March 8.

Aston Martin will invite females from around the UK to visit its iconic heritage site in Newport Pagnell, and experience a day in the life of an employee of the prestigious British brand.

The day will include a tour of the Newport Pagnell facility and heritage dealership, as well as a conversation and panel event in partnership with the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula OneTM team.  

Guests will also have the chance to hear from female leaders across Aston Martin’s business, before meeting with Aston Martin Formula OneTM team Chief Information Officer, Clare Lansley.

The event is aligned with Aston Martin’s Racing Green sustainability strategy announced in 2022, with the British ultra-luxury brand setting bold targets across all aspects of the business, from tackling climate change, creating a better environment, and building a stronger, more diverse, and more inclusive company.

A key component of the strategy is a goal for 25 percent of all leadership roles at Aston Martin filled by women within the next five years.

The company continues to work towards its women in leadership target, while also supporting ongoing efforts to create equitable spaces for all.  

Aston Martin Chief People Officer, Simon Smith, said: “Aston Martin is passionate about increasing female leadership at the company as well as inspiring girls to consider the huge career opportunities within the automotive sector.  Through initiatives like this event on International Women’s Day and our successful Graduate/Apprenticeship programmes, we are confident that we can find the right talent for the future of Aston Martin.”  

Lansley said: “This year the Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant F1TM team joins forces with Aston Martin in a bid to Embrace Equity and offer opportunities to ambitious women and girls. We are excited to host the event at Aston Martin’s heritage site Aston Martin Works in Newport Pagnell and look forward to the future generations of women and girls joining our organisations – as we continue to drive an inclusive workplace for all.”