Why are women still under represented in senior jobs in SET1 in academic universities and what are the HR implications?

Most universities have put the necessary systems in place to ensure gender equality within the workplace. Many have established HR policies and procedures to ensure women have an equal chance as men to access senior posts. Some universities implement gender equality policies to support commitment to institutional equality and diversity strategies. Such strategies outline frameworks, which universities will use to promote gender equality including obligations under the Gender Equality Act.