What is Early WUN?

Early WUN is a dedicated sub-network of WUN, designed to support women at the earliest stages of their careers within the sector. It provides targeted, practical support to help women build confidence, skills, networks, and a sense of belonging during the critical first years of their professional journey in the Utilities Sector. Designed for those that are:

In the first 5 years of their utilities careers
New to the sector, including career changes
Entry-level, apprenticeship, graduate or junior roles
Seeking peer connection, practical guidance, and early leadership development
Individuals interested in exploring the sector beyond their own organisation and building wider professional connections

Why Early WUN?

To support entry into the sector for women at a time when the sector needs to attract new and diverse talent.
Build confidence and support longevity of women’s careers in the sector.
To support women navigating their early roles and encourage and grow leadership.
To provide a support system outside of their organisation to get help and offer a ‘safe space’.
To provide specific targeted help and intervention for a key demographic that is underrepresented in WUN membership.

Mentoring

Early WUN mentoring is designed to provide flexible, accessible support at any stage of your early career. Whether you’re looking for ongoing guidance or a short, focused conversation, our mentoring pathways help you build confidence, gain insight and learn from others across the sector. What can you access:

1:1 mentoring and peer mentoring opportunities
Short, one-off career conversations for targeted advice and insight
Mentoring with those at a similar or slightly more advanced career stage
Inspiring success stories and testimonials from previous participants

Find out more about the WUN Mentoring Platform here.

Find out how you can become a WUN peer mentor here.

Networking

Building your network early in your career can open doors, build confidence and create new opportunities. Early WUN offers a range of welcoming, supportive networking experiences designed specifically for those on their entry into the sector.

Early WUN-specific events, both virtual and in-person- JOIN US AT OUR LAUNCH EVENT – 18th Nov, London – free tickets available:
Informal low-pressure opportunities to connect with peers across the sector
Cross‑company networking to broaden your perspective and build lasting relationships
Practical guidance and tips on how to network effectively when you’re early in your career.

Join our network for free and don’t forget to follow our Instagram Channel!

Coming Soon

We’re continuing to grow the Early WUN offering to provide even more practical support and development opportunities for our members. Look out for:

A practical career toolkit packed with tips, guidance and real‑world advice for navigating the early entry into the sector
Resources and guidance on building your personal brand, including making the most of LinkedIn and increasing your professional visibility
A growing programme of Early WUN events, designed to support learning, connection and development
Dedicated Early WUN content, including blogs, podcasts and curated resources tailored to early‑career professionals

– search Early WUN on the website to see what’s currently available or check out some of the suggestions below.