Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Lead

Manchester/London/Remote, hybrid

This role is at the center of our Holding team in London and Manchester. We’ve got a mix of skills here, from Finance and Hospitality to Recruitment, People & Culture, IT Support and Marketing. Think of us as the backbone of the company, keeping things running smoothly and helping out everywhere we can. We're the ones who answer questions, toss around ideas, offer support, and plan those fun outings and initiatives everyone loves. We’re the reliable crew that everyone counts on to keep things rolling.

JOB PURPOSE

DEPT® is proud to be Climate Label Certified since 2020 and B Corp Certified since 2021. We have strong, established sustainability, impact and inclusion ambitions and seek to both continuously improve our performance and be a transformative force for good for our clients, employees and within our industry. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is key to these ambitions, and is an essential for driving innovation and engagement across the organization.

We are seeking a passionate, hands-on and experienced DE&I Lead to join our team and lead initiatives that promote a culture of inclusivity and progress, bringing our strategic goals to life and integrating DE&I principles into all aspects of our business. 

The DE&I Lead will collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage and execute DE&I initiatives that drive meaningful, actionable and measurable progress. You will lead projects from inception through to delivery across the globe, while measuring and tracking the impact of your efforts.

This exciting opportunity is for a passionate DE&I professional to make a significant impact in a global organization. This role will report to and work closely with DEPT®’s Global Head of Impact & Inclusion and work closely with our People teams. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute our DE&I and well-being strategy that is aligned with our company culture and business objectives. Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend actionable solutions. 
• Oversee, support and empower our Employee Resource Group’s and executive sponsors to drive meaningful programs and content, fostering a sense of belonging and community across the team.  
• Partner closely with the People & Culture, Housing/Office Management, Marketing and regional teams to embed DE&I into all stages of the employee lifecycle – including events, tools, resources, processes and ways of working. 
• Lead and manage DE&I projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines. Develop and execute project plans, set objectives, and monitor progress to achieve desired outcomes.
• Recognise and respond to DE&I needs by providing tailored solutions to enable appropriate cultural awareness and change.
• Serve as an internal subject matter expert on DE&I topics, with a focus on invisible as well as visible diversity. 
• Organize events, awareness sessions, trainings, internal communications and other activities that celebrate diversity and educate employees and key stakeholders on DE&I topics.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, leadership, and partners.
• Analyse key on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion indicators and provide succinct reporting on the results and effectiveness of initiatives based on the data

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Experience in DE&I, People & Culture, Social Impact, or broadly working on  organization change or transformation 
• Lived or professional subject matter expertise in DE&I principles, issues, trends and best practices and understands the nuances of DE&I between various countries/markets 
• Ability to translate DE&I expertise into practical action, with a bias for innovation and agility
• Proven track record of implementing successful DE&I, People & Culture or organizational change change initiatives that have driven meaningful change, preferably in a similar industry or organization to DEPT®
• Excellent project management, organizational, and analytical skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills – kind, empathic, thoughtful as well as clear and direct communicator (in English)
• Skillful collaborator, with experience working with diverse teams and building strong relationships
• Passion for working across cultures and incorporating nuances and sensitives across cultures into your day-to-day work 
• Experience of working in a fast-paced and complex environment with the ability to deal with ambiguity and changing circumstances
  
  

WE OFFER:

• A flexible, hybrid working policy (2 days from the office, depending on location).
• An excellent salary based on experience and equal pay policies.
• Pension, free private healthcare, mental health support, and company sick pay scheme.
• 26 days paid holiday (plus UK Bank Holidays).
• Help getting you to work with a season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme.
• Enhanced family friendly policies to support new parents.
• Social and Cultural Events, plenty of opportunities to connect with colleagues through organised activities and celebrations.
• Inspirational Talks, bringing the outside in with regular guest speakers and events.
• Learning and Development, supporting your growth with continuous opportunities to learn and advance.
• Buddy Programme: You will be paired with a ‘Buddy’ to help you through your first weeks’ at DEPT®.
• A reputation for doing good. DEPT® has been a Certified B Corp® since 2021 and named ‘Agency of the Year’ at both The Lovies and The Webby Awards.
• Awesome clients. Whether big or small, local or global — at DEPT® you’ll get the opportunity to work with clients of all sizes and across all industries. And we celebrate all of our successes together!
• The opportunity for possibility. We want to enable you to do what you do best and help you develop your skills further with training, development and certifications.
• Global annual DEPT® Cares Month in which employees come together and donate their skills to support local charities.

WHO ARE WE? 

We are pioneers at heart. What does that mean? We are always looking forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating. 

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 30+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, and your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our client's problems, no matter where you are in the world.

DEPT® is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and since 2021 has been Climate Neutral and B Corporation certified.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.