The Brokerage Citylink

The Brokerage Citylink is a charitable organization based in the City of London. It is also referred to as the Brokerage for short.

The Brokerage is registered charity number 1059173, founded in 1996. The Brokerage works to increase the number of residents of boroughs close to the City that earn their living in the financial and business services sectors. Its main focus is inner London boroughs, raising the awareness and aspirations of young people to career opportunities in the City and Docklands areas. It also supports and encourages employers in recruiting from the local workforce, particularly individuals from more diverse or disadvantaged backgrounds.

It is funded through a number of major corporate and Local Authority supporters. The Brokerage's board of trustees includes representatives from many of the major city firms that the Brokerage works with.

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