W/Human: The Recruitment & Career Firm 100% Dedicated to Women, by Women
/ˈwʊm.ən/ : The "W" in W-Human stands for Women, while "Human" reflects our commitment to placing people at the center of every career journey.
Pronounced like "Woman", our name embodies the fusion of femininity, expertise, and humanity—a deliberate choice to challenge and reshape professional barriers for women in STEM and industrial sectors.
W/Human: Women-Centered Recruitment and Career Growth
Talent knows no gender, yet women in engineering, science, and technical fields continue to face systemic obstacles:
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Leadership gaps: Only 28% of STEM management roles in Europe are held by women (Eurostat, 2025).
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Self-doubt in recruitment: 60% of women underestimate their qualifications during the hiring process (McKinsey, 2024).
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Persistent pay disparities: A 15–20% salary gap remains in technical professions.
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Underrepresentation: Women comprise less than 30% of the workforce in industrial and tech sectors in France.
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Work-life integration: A critical challenge for 75% of female executives.
Our Solution: A tailored, human-centered approach to help women overcome these barriers and achieve their professional ambitions—without compromise.
Exclusive Female Expertise
Our team consists of headhunters, career coaches, and industry consultants—all with firsthand experience in the sectors we serve. We understand the challenges because we’ve lived them.
A Curated Network of Inclusive Employers
We partner with forward-thinking companies—from startups to multinational corporations—that prioritize diversity and are actively seeking female talent. Our partners share our vision of equitable, dynamic workplaces.
A Holistic Approach to Career Development
We don’t just place candidates; we empower them to:
-Build unshakable confidence in their skills.
-Navigate and thrive in male-dominated environments.
-Develop sustainable, fulfilling careers free from imposter syndrome
Proven, Measurable Impact
- 85% of our candidates secure a new position or promotion within six months.
- 90% of our corporate partners renew their collaboration with us, a testament to the quality of our matches and the longevity of our placements.
Our Sustainable Economic Model
W/Human is supported by a diverse ecosystem of funders committed to professional equality, including:
Philanthropic foundations
- Global Fund for Women
- Ford Foundation
- Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
- NoVo Foundation
- Ms. Foundation for Women
- African Women's Development Fund
- UN Women Fund for Gender Equality
- Women's Funding Network
Public grants
-European Social Fund Plus (ESF+)
-Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values Programme (CERV)
-Horizon Europe
-Spotlight Initiative
-EEA Grants
-Programa de Apoyo Empresarial a las Mujeres
- European Commission
Corporate sponsors
- Bosch
- Airbus
- Saab
- BASF
- Maersk
- la Caixa Foundation
- ABB Group
- LVMH
- L'Oréal
These resources allow us to:
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Offer mentorship programs at no cost to participants.
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Subsidize relocation, housing, and childcare expenses for candidates pursuing international opportunities.
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Provide scholarships and training grants to encourage women to step outside their comfort zones.
True professional equality isn’t declared—it’s constructed. With the support of our partners, we make it accessible to all.
"At W/Human, we don’t ask women to adapt to an outdated system. We work to evolve the system so it adapts to women."
Sofia Del Campo - Founder and CEO of W/Human