Unlocking employment opportunities
Hero Foundation empowers and supports people facing barriers to work by unlocking job opportunities and helping employers hire diverse talent.
What is the Hero Foundation
The Hero Foundation is Employment Hero’s dedicated social impact initiative that uses our recruitment technology and job market place to unlock employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers to work, while simultaneously empowering employers to confidently hire from this untapped talent pool.
Hero Foundation sits at the heart of our mission, which is to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone.
How the Hero Foundation works
We partner to support job seekers
We collaborate with social purpose organisations that support individuals facing employment barriers. The Hero Foundation enhances and amplifies this support with CV and interview preparation, mentoring, webinars, resources, and industry insights.
With a network of 300,000+ employers, we provide continuous access to job opportunities. We showcase candidates’ profiles, match them with the right employers, elevate their applications, and connect them to thousands of available roles.
We support employers
The Hero Foundation empowers employers to access a broader, more diverse pipeline of emerging talent by connecting them with skilled, experienced candidates who are deeply committed to finding work.
We help businesses unlock this untapped potential through education, resources, and cutting-edge hiring technology. By breaking down barriers and shifting mindsets, we create opportunities—ensuring businesses find top talent and job seekers secure meaningful careers.
How can the Hero Foundation help job seekers?
The Hero Foundation partners with social purpose organisations to help bridge the gap between job readiness programs and employment. We provide an extra layer of support and resources, helping job seekers transition into work faster.
With access to thousands of roles, we ease the burden on organisations by connecting candidates with real opportunities, ensuring their efforts lead to sustainable, meaningful employment.
How can the Hero Foundation help my business?
The Hero Foundation can help your business find untapped talent, build a great team, and support social responsibility initiatives. All without adding any extra steps to the recruitment process.
With the Hero Foundation, hiring isn’t just about filling roles, it’s about giving back to the community while building a stronger and more inclusive workforce.
If you’re an employer looking for skilled and dedicated candidates, Hero Foundation is your connection to remarkable talent. Let’s create real impact together.
Why become a Hero Foundation employer?
Access untapped talent
Many skilled and motivated people face barriers to employment due to circumstances beyond their control. As a Hero Foundation employer, your business gains access to a dedicated workforce ready to contribute.
Boost your brand & reputation
Customers, employees, and investors are drawn to businesses that drive positive social impact. Show that you stand for something bigger by giving back to your community.
Build workplace diversity
A diverse team brings fresh perspectives, innovation, and better problem-solving. Workplaces with a broad range of skills, life experiences and perspectives perform have better staff retention rates, productivity and stronger employee engagement.
Receive support & resources
You won’t be doing this alone. The Hero Foundation will support your business with joint marketing, hiring and workforce education, as you need it.
Curious about the Hero Foundation?
Hear firsthand from our General Manager what drives the Hero Foundation – our mission, our approach and the real impact we’re making together
Partners we’re working with
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We would love to hear from you – whether your organisation wants to get involved or you simply want to learn more. Complete this form and we will reach out to you shortly
We would love to hear from you – whether your organisation wants to get involved or you simply want to learn more. Complete this form and we will reach out to you shortly
