Macroscope

Macdonald & Company

The real estate industry never stands still. Macroscope brings the market into focus through the voices of our expert consultants, who are at the heart of hiring, careers and market change. Each episode offers something unique: a clear view of where opportunities are emerging, which sectors are gaining traction, and how employers can attract and retain talent. Powered by our latest research and informed by the real-time market intelligence from industry executives, Macroscope goes beyond the headlines. We deliver unfiltered, real-world insights you can’t find in a report alone – giving you a clearer, more confident view of the market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. May 15

    Is Real Estate Stalling Progress on Gender Diversity?

    In this episode of Macroscope, Associate Director Vianney Dinnall-Sadler and Consultant Hafsah Zubbair confront the uncomfortable reality of the 16% gender pay gap in real estate. Following this year's International Women’s Day 2026 theme “Give to Gain,” our hosts dive into the structural barriers that cause pay parity to vanish at the mid-career level. From the 'Pink Flamingo Effect' after career breaks, to the hidden financial burden of return-to-office mandates as a primary caregiver, this conversation provides data-backed advice for hiring managers to build more equitable and high-performing teams in the industry. The episode covers: The Bonus Cliff – Why UK men receive nearly £10,000 more in median annual bonuses, and how average bonus entitlement gaps are at 40% for men versus 30% for womenThe Motherhood Penalty – A look at the reality that 65% of women have questioned if they can even afford to return to work due to childcare costsThe RTO Impact – Why 59% of women report that increased office mandates would negatively affect them and the risk of a “diversity drain”The Pipeline Risk – How entry-level roles most at risk from AI automation are currently the industry’s most gender diverse areasNegotiation Gaps – Moving beyond base salary to help female professionals understand they can negotiate on job titles, holidays, flexibility, and moreThe Loyalty Penalty – Why staying for an internal promotion where you're comfortable yields a 21% rise while moving to a new employer offers a 24% upliftThe Three Levers of Change - how addressing pay and progression, flexibility as a foundation, and AI upskilling can begin the foundations of change Real estate remains an intensely relationship-driven industry. This episode breaks down what it takes to build a workplace where everyone has a real seat at the decision making table. Subscribe to Macroscope for more insight on real estate hiring and leadership. Further Reading: Why Real Estate Keeps Losing Its Most Valuable WomenSalary, Rewards and Sentiments Report 2026Contact UsThe Invisible Market for Senior Talent in Real EstateSubscribe for more episodes of Macroscope Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The real estate industry never stands still. Macroscope brings the market into focus through the voices of our expert consultants, who are at the heart of hiring, careers and market change. Each episode offers something unique: a clear view of where opportunities are emerging, which sectors are gaining traction, and how employers can attract and retain talent. Powered by our latest research and informed by the real-time market intelligence from industry executives, Macroscope goes beyond the headlines. We deliver unfiltered, real-world insights you can’t find in a report alone – giving you a clearer, more confident view of the market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.