Gender Pay Gap for Female Executives Stagnates at 6.9%

Despite legislative efforts, salary disparities and workplace discrimination continue to impact female executives in France.

The gender pay gap among executives in France has not significantly decreased in the past five years, remaining at 6.9% in 2024.
Women occupy only 21% of top executive roles, contributing to a broader pay gap of 12% when considering hierarchical positions.
Age exacerbates wage disparities, with a 2% gap for those under 35, increasing to 21% for women over 55.
Over a third of female executives report professional hindrances due to gender, with 49% feeling a sense of injustice about their pay.
Workplace stress and sexism persist, with 54% of women experiencing intense stress and 45% witnessing sexist behavior.