Case Study 10 : Lee Hecht Harrison (LHH) – Embedding Menopause in Workplace Culture
- Initiated: 2020 (Ongoing)
- Provider: LHH (Lee Hecht Harrison), part of the Adecco Group
- Target Group: Employees affected by menopause, with a focus on working women
- Goal: To embed menopause support within workplace culture through inclusive policies, training, and stigma reduction, as part of broader diversity and wellbeing strategies.
Key Actions - Conducted internal research to identify menopause-related challenges and gaps in support
- Developed menopause-specific HR policies aligned with inclusion and retention goals
- Trained managers and HR staff to recognise symptoms, offer support, and make accommodations
- Launched internal communications campaigns to reduce stigma and increase visibility
- Created feedback loops to monitor effectiveness and adapt initiatives
Impact - Employees reported increased support and satisfaction, especially those experiencing menopause
- Improved retention and morale among midlife women
- Enhanced employer reputation for progressive wellbeing and inclusion policies
Lesson Learned - Leadership commitment and integration into D&I frameworks are essential
- Clear communication and normalising dialogue drive participation and impact
- Expanding to all regions and maintaining long-term engagement will strengthen outcomes
Success Factors - Inclusive culture and top-level leadership buy-in
- Ongoing training and communication to keep momentum
- Structured monitoring through employee surveys and feedback
- Strong alignment with existing employee wellbeing and D&I priorities
Sustainability - Policies embedded in HR systems and evolving through continuous feedback
- Dedicated resources and budget allocation support long-term implementation
- Flexibility in working conditions reinforces the support framework
- Safe spaces for discussion help reduce stigma over time
Check LHH’s case study ‘The Inevitability of Menopause in the Workplace’ which shows how integrating menopause into DEI strategy strengthens retention, wellbeing, and leadership credibility:
https://www.lhh.com/uk/en/insights/case-study-the-inevitability-of-menopause-in-the-workplace/