Employed and Struggling — The Hidden Crisis of In-Work Poverty

Having a job is supposed to be the answer. For millions of people in the UK, it isn't enough. In this episode SJ and Pegsy tackle one of the most uncomfortable realities in modern working life — in-work poverty. Rising living costs, part-time contracts, and a persistent gender pay gap are leaving workers, and disproportionately women, financially vulnerable despite being in employment. But this isn't just a policy conversation. It's a leadership one. SJ and Pegsy explore what employers and managers can actually do right now — from flexible working and trust-based policies to discreet support programmes and smarter job design — to make a genuine difference to the people in their teams. In this episode: Why employment is no longer a guarantee of financial security How the gender pay gap and part-time work compound the problem Practical steps employers can take — beyond the employee assistance programme Why psychological safety is the foundation for any meaningful support If you find this podcast valuable, please share it — and consider supporting us: ☕ Buy Us a Coffee 🎧 Listen & subscribe: https://heelsinthehierarchy.podbean.com/ ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeelsintheHierarchy #HeelsInTheHierarchy #InWorkPoverty #GenderPayGap #WomenAndMoney #WorkplaceWellbeing #PodcastForWomen #UKPoverty #EmployeeWellbeing #WomenInLeadership #FairWork