Saurabh Bajpai

Saurabh Bajpai has driven transformative LGBTQ+ inclusion at NatWest Group, evolving talent engagement into lasting career pathways. As Global Co-Chair of the NatWest Group Rainbow Network and Vice President (Technology), he led initiatives like Pride Pathways, which in 2025 helped 11 fixed-term colleagues join the company, with many securing permanent roles. His leadership of the pan-India Rainbow Mixer expanded networking into actionable career support, with 30% of participants advancing to interviews. Saurabh’s allyship programs reached over 10,000 colleagues, building 150+ active allies and boosting confidence in challenging non-inclusive behavior. Through authentic storytelling and external partnerships, he shifted workplace culture and influenced broader industry inclusion. Recognized globally for his impact, Saurabh uses his visibility as an openly gay leader to create safe, authentic spaces where LGBTQ+ professionals can thrive and progress with pride.