The presence of women or female employees in Bangladesh’s banking sector is surging, with a remarkable 12.9% increase in just the last six months of 2024, according to the latest Bangladesh Bank report released on March 9. Overall, the total banking workforce grew by 5.17% during this period.
Private banks are driving this shift, as industry insiders cite a favorable work environment, competitive salaries, and benefits like maternity leave as key factors drawing more women into the sector reportedly.
In 2023, the number of female employees stood at 33,346, a figure that rose to 37,649 by the end of 2024. Simultaneously, the total number of bank employees increased from 2,03,696 to 2,14,245.
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Breaking down female representation in banking roles, women now hold:
18.87% of entry-level positions
15.96% of mid-level positions
9.73% of senior roles
Women’s presence on bank boards has also inched up, rising from 13.51% in 2023 to 13.61% in 2024.
To support working mothers, 119 daycare centers operate under the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, with an additional 20 under the Ministry of Social Welfare, alongside numerous private daycare facilities.
The banking sector’s evolving landscape signals a promising future for female professionals in finance.
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