The University of Cambridge has reported a 16.7% mean gender total pay gap for 2024 down from 17.1% in 2023.
The organisation’s 2024 mean gender basic pay gap was 15%, down slightly from 15.3% the previous year. Its highest pay grade comprises 28.7% women and 71.3% men, while its lowest pay grade is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.
Its overall mean gender total pay gap has decreased from 24% in 2008, and its average basic salary gap between the genders has reduced by £1,193 compared to 2008. Its average basic pay has increased by 49.6% for women and 34.8% for men since 2008.
The university’s academic staff have the highest basic pay gap of 12.5% and total pay gap of 15.1%. Both decreased in 2024 compared to the previous year, at 14.3% and 17.3% respectively, while the base pay gap remains above 2020’s figure of 10%.
Its academic-related staff group has the second highest base and total pay gaps, at 7.8% and 8.3% respectively. Both decreased by 0.7 percentage points compared to 2023. Its assistant staff category has the lowest basic pay and total pay gaps, at -0.8% and 0.2% respectively. In 2023, these gaps stood at -0.9% and 0.6%.
Additionally, men received a higher proportion of the total number of non-pensionable additional payments, at 54.4%. This figure has dropped slightly since 2012 to 58%. Men also received a higher proportion of the total value of non-pensionable additional payments, at 66.4%. This has fallen from 83.2% in 2014.
Professor Kamal Munir, pro-vice-chancellor for university community and engagement, and chair of the equality, diversity and inclusion committee, said: “At the University of Cambridge, we recognise that our strength lies in our people and the diversity of perspectives they bring with them. This diversity is essential for fostering innovation and keeping our university at the forefront of academic and research excellence.
“According to the data we collected, our workforce has become increasingly diverse with ratios across all protected characteristics showing improvement. As we move forward, we remain committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. Together, we will continue to champion equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that every member of our community feels supported and valued.”
