Overview
Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, UK & EMEA – Join to apply for the Diversity and Inclusion Adviser, UK & EMEA role at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer.
Responsibilities
* Support annual action planning and implementation for ERGs in the UK, ensuring activity is aligned with D&I strategy and coordinating a forward look of activity. Develop subject matter expertise to support ERGs, working closely with network leads to deliver high-impact initiatives (both internal and external).
* Support ERGs by reviewing communications, event invites and intranet stories to highlight ERG activity, raise awareness and demonstrate their impact.
* Coordinate regular sessions for ERGs with a focus on promoting collaboration and intersectionality.
* Be primary D&I point of contact for all UK & EMEA ERGs.
* Support the development and delivery of our Wellbeing strategy, primarily through the Mental Health Champions programme and Mental Health Champions Steering Committee (UK & EMEA).
* Manage the Mental Health Champions programme including planning bi-annual training, hosting huddles and learning sessions, and acting as the primary D&I contact for Mental Health Champions in the region.
* Plan and organise other mental health training and events, working with providers to schedule sessions and measure impact.
* Support other global and regional wellbeing priorities providing feedback and input into events and initiatives.
* With support from the D&I Manager UK & EMEA, manage the planning and scheduling of non-inclusive behaviours training, including reviewing and analysing feedback.
* Support the London reverse mentoring programme and advise on opportunities for expansion.
* Provide administrative, technical and event support with other D&I learning led by the D&I team.
* Write intranet articles and content to provide updates on D&I strategic priorities.
* Work with the D&I team and Internal Communications team to prepare and implement the annual global communications calendar.
* Responsibility for the D&I and Health & Wellbeing internal SharePoint pages and feed into regular external website content requests.
* Deliver D&I overview to Vacation Scheme students.
* Conduct regular D&I market research by benchmarking peer firms and organisations considered to be "first in class" with respect to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
* Support with larger client engagement requests, working with the D&I team and Social Impact Client Communications Manager.
* Support with award and index submissions.
* Coordinate and gather feedback from D&I events/initiatives, making suggestions for improvement and support ad-hoc projects for the wider D&I team.
* Develop subject matter expertise for D&I and contribute to the ongoing development and execution of the D&I strategy.
* Build relationships with key internal stakeholders, including the wider HR team.
* Track D&I budget ensuring all spend is recorded, including planned spend.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Previous experience in / contribution to diversity and inclusion.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
* Organised and detail-oriented, able to work on multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
* Proactive with the ability to identify areas for improvement / offer support to the wider team.
* High level of discretion, diplomacy and a commitment to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality.
* Willingness and flexibility to work additional hours as required.
Personal Competencies
* Positively impacts those around them, makes quality decisions and focuses on personal and professional growth.
* Demonstrates sound knowledge in their area of expertise.
* Anticipates potential problems and finds a range of possible solutions.
* Asks thoughtful, considered questions when approaching tasks and developing solutions.
* Builds genuine relationships by listening, getting to know people beyond their role, and treating others with respect.
* Recognises when colleagues are under pressure and volunteers to help where possible.
* Collaborates with others to share knowledge and achieve results across the firm.
* Grows genuine relationships to help achieve the best outcomes, engages people with the right skills, and connects colleagues with mutual interests.
* Generously shares time, knowledge, and talent to help others succeed.
* Prioritises work according to the firm\'s strategic ambitions and priorities and welcomes feedback to improve outcomes.
* Uses technology effectively to innovate and improve outcomes.
* Maintains perspective and optimism in the face of setbacks.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Legal
Industries
* Human Resources Services
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