Explain how the data in Figure 2 show that the ethnic pay gap is more significant for employees with longer tenure (5 years and over).
Figure 2: Pay gap between White and Black/African/Caribbean/Black British employees, by employment tenure, UK Tech Sector, 2023
| Department / Role | Under 5 years tenure (%) | 5 years and over tenure (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Software Engineering | 3.6 | 14.8 |
| Data Science & Analytics | 4.5 | 11.2 |
| Product Management | 5.2 | 13.5 |
| Sales & Marketing | 2.8 | 9.6 |
| Human Resources & Admin | 1.5 | 6.8 |