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Our CEO, Kate Gaskell, joined host Vikram Shetty on *The ROI of DEI* podcast for an insightful conversation exploring *The Hidden ROI of Social Mobility*.  
  
In the episode, Kate shares her journey into leadership and discusses why social mobility remains one of the least understood aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion. She also explains how Flex Legal’s talent strategy helps organisations unlock untapped potential, the measurable business benefits of investing in social mobility, and the important role of mentoring and inclusive workplace practices.  
  
From practical steps businesses can take with no additional budget to demonstrating the commercial value of DEI initiatives, the episode offers valuable insights for leaders looking to create meaningful, lasting impact.

Listen to this episode on [Spotify](https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/73bit/episodes/233-The-Hidden-ROI-of-Social-Mobility-with-Guest-Kate-Gaskell-e3l0j1v) & [Apple Podcasts.](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/roi-of-dei/id1575726960)

**Additional Resources:**

- [ Humans of Law episodes](https://flex.legal/blog/categories/humans-of-law-podcast) - our podcast is a dedicated place for us to explore all kinds of different human experiences within the legal world. If you enjoyed this episode, try another!
- [Flex Legal on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/flex-legal-limited/) - the best place to keep up with the latest from us is to give us a follow over on LinkedIn. Come over the Flex side of life (but on a professional social platform).
- [Flex Legal on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/flexondemand/) - if LinkedIn isn’t your thing, then our Instagram might just be for you. Our Instagram is full of unique and junior-focused content, so swing by and give us a follow!

The Hidden ROI of Social Mobility with Guest Kate Gaskell

Flex Feature: The ROI of DEI - The Hidden ROI of Social Mobility with Guest Kate Gaskell

Our CEO, Kate Gaskell, joined host Rob Hanna on the *Legally Speaking Podcast* to discuss the future of legal services, innovation and social mobility within the profession.

In the episode, Kate explores how Flex Legal is redefining legal resourcing as an Alternative Legal Services Provider, shares her perspective on the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, and discusses the launch of Flex Legal’s Qualifying Work Experience training scheme for aspiring solicitors.

She also highlights the importance of the scheme’s dedicated social mobility initiative and offers practical advice for individuals from non-traditional legal backgrounds looking to build a successful career in law.

Listen to the episode on [Spotify](https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/the-legally-speaking-podc9/episodes/Flexing-the-Future-How-AI--Access--Alternative-Paths-Change-Legal-Careers---Kate-Gaskell---S10E15-e3i3vmc) & [Apple Podcasts.](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/flexing-the-future-how-ai-access-alternative-paths/id1485892170?i=1000762311609)

**Additional Resources:**

- [Humans of Law episodes](https://flex.legal/blog/categories/humans-of-law-podcast) - our podcast is a dedicated place for us to explore all kinds of different human experiences within the legal world. If you enjoyed this episode, try another!
- [Flex Legal on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/flex-legal-limited/) - the best place to keep up with the latest from us is to give us a follow over on LinkedIn. Come over the Flex side of life (but on a professional social platform).
- [Flex Legal on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/flexondemand/) - if LinkedIn isn’t your thing, then our Instagram might just be for you. Our Instagram is full of unique and junior-focused content, so swing by and give us a follow!

Flexing the Future: How AI, Access & Alternative Paths Change Legal Careers - Kate Gaskel

Flex Feature: Flexing the Future: How AI, Access & Alternative Paths Change Legal Careers

[Oscar Davies](https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscar-davies-33540589/) is a practicing barrister at [Lamb Chambers](https://www.lambchambers.co.uk/), with a broad practice area covering areas such as commercial, employment, property, and much more. Oscar made headlines last year when they became the UK's first barrister to publicly identify as non-binary, and use the gender neutral “Mx” as an honorific at their chambers. Since then, Oscar has become something of an LGBT+ legal icon, and was recently named in the British LGBT Awards as making a [Top 10 Outstanding Contribution to LGBT+ Life](https://britishlgbtawards.com/top-10-outstanding-contributors-to-lgbt-life-2022/).

[Louise Anderson](https://www.linkedin.com/in/louiseanderson2/) has a thought-provoking discussion with Oscar, which covers Oscar's journey to the Bar, the manic reality of life as a practising barrister, why legal TV shows often aren't the best representation of legal work, and the steadily improving diversity within the wider legal sector.

This episode is also available on [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/4IBW1WsLXlDXXu6IN7YRHH?si=a58d472626e840f9), [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/life-and-diversity-at-the-bar-w-oscar-davies/id1572322390?i=1000559009332), and [all good podcasting platforms](https://humansoflaw.buzzsprout.com/1799939/10522553-life-and-diversity-at-the-bar-w-oscar-davies).

**Additional Resources:**

* [All Humans of Law episodes](https://flex.legal/blog/categories/humans-of-law-podcast) - our podcast is a dedicated place for us to explore all kinds of different human experiences within the legal world. If you enjoyed this episode, try another!
* [Flex Legal on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/flex-legal-limited/) - the best place to keep up with the latest from us is to give us a follow over on LinkedIn. Come over the Flex side of life (but on a professional social platform).
* [Flex Legal on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/flexondemand/) - if LinkedIn isn’t your thing, then our Instagram might just be for you. Our Instagram is full of unique and junior-focused content, so swing by and give us a follow!

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The Hidden ROI of Social Mobility with Guest Kate Gaskell

Flexing the Future: How AI, Access & Alternative Paths Change Legal Careers - Kate Gaskel

Life and diversity at the Bar with Oscar Davies