Application Deadline: 16 January 2026
Department: HQ
Location: One Stratford Place
Description
Join Greater Anglia (GA) and help shape a culture where everyone can thrive. We’re looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Specialist to join our People Team and play a key role in embedding equity, inclusion and belonging across our organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to influence culture, develop colleagues, and make a real, measurable difference to the experience of our people in line with GA’s Team Code.
About the role
In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our culture agenda, designing and delivering impactful initiatives, training and advice that bring our EDI strategy to life. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business to ensure the Greater Together principles of Greater Anglia’s Team Code are lived every day and that everyone feels respected, included and empowered to do their best work.
Kickstart Your Career with Greater Anglia!
Are you looking to progress your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? Greater Anglia, one of the UK’s best performing train operators, running services to/from London Liverpool Street and across the East of England, is offering an exciting opportunity to join our People team. With our new, state‑of‑the‑art, environmentally friendly trains, now is the perfect time to join us as we raise rail’s profile, encourage more people to travel by train, enhance customer experience standards, maximise rail’s positive contribution to society, and ensure Greater Anglia is a great place to work for our colleagues.
The closing date for all completed applications is on 16th January 2026. *Please note vacancies can close earlier due to high influx of candidate applications*
Join us and experience
* Inclusivity & respect: be yourself and thrive in a supportive environment where every idea and person is valued. Help us be Greater Together.
* Community & teamwork: Work together to deliver the best for our customers while enjoying a friendly, can‑do atmosphere.
* Pride & progress: Contribute to meaningful change and a sustainable future, with continuous improvement is the norm.
Ready to bring your GA game?
Key Responsibilities
* Supporting the development and delivery of GA’s EDI strategy, KPIs and action plans
* Partnering with the business to drive and champion inclusive practices across all functions
* Designing, delivering and continually evolving GA’s flagship Greater Together workshop for managers and frontline colleagues
* Developing a suite of engaging, bitesized culture and EDI sessions for leaders, incorporating the latest legislation and best‑practice guidance
* Reviewing GA’s EDI data to evaluate impact of initiatives, analysing workforce data to drive future strategy
* Producing Equality Impact Assessments (EqIAs) for policies, procedures and projects
* Providing expert, dependable advisory support to the business on EDI‑related matters and associated communications
* Collaborating with Greater Anglia’s developing employee network groups, coaching network chairs, and supporting inclusion events and campaigns
* Representing the organisation externally through industry EDI forums, developing collaborative partnerships and sharing best practice
* Supporting inclusive mentoring initiatives
* Designing GA’s EDI lounge and learning content, keeping it fresh, innovative, relevant and engaging
* Ensuring legal compliance, delivering audits, accreditations, industry standards and benchmarks
* Deliver the regular EDI onboarding session
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Strong knowledge of EDI principles, inclusive practices and relevant legislation, frameworks, and best‑practice.
* Significant experience designing and delivering engaging EDI workshops complemented by blended learning interventions that enhance inclusive workplaces.
* Confidence working with senior leaders, managers and frontline colleagues.
* Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
* A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and inspire change.
* A passion for creating inclusive cultures backed by data, insight and continuous improvement.
What’s in it for you?
* Travel discounts: enjoy free travel on Greater Anglia and 75% off with other train operators, plus discounts for eligible family members too!
* Exclusive discounts: access the GA Hapi App for deals on shopping, dining, and fun days out.
* Vouchers for loved ones: get 12 annual discount vouchers for family and friends to enjoy.
* Wellbeing support: 24/7 employee assistance, eyecare vouchers, flu jabs, and physiotherapy services.
* Save while you spend: cycle to work and tech purchase schemes once you pass probation.
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