Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead

Contract: 6 months

Rate: £350-£400 per day (Inside IR35, Umbrella)

Our client is seeking the experience of an interim Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Lead to support the EDI Manager.

This is a 6-month contract role offering an exciting opportunity to shape and drive forward the council's EDI agenda.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of the authority's EDI strategy and policies, ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, employees, and external partners to promote a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion across the organisation
• Analyse workforce data, conduct EDI audits, and provide regular reports on progress towards diversity goals and compliance with legal requirements
• Design and deliver EDI training programs, ensuring that staff are aware of and understand key diversity principles and the council’s commitments
• Review and update existing policies to remove any barriers to inclusion, ensuring that all practices comply with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation
• Drive initiatives that support a positive shift in workplace culture towards greater inclusivity and respect for diversity

Experience & Skills Required:

• Proven track record of leading EDI initiatives within a large public sector or local government setting
• Strong knowledge of EDI legislation, including the Equality Act 2010
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders
• Experience in analysing diversity data and using it to drive meaningful change
• Ability to manage and deliver complex projects to tight deadlines

If you are passionate about promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion and have the leadership experience to drive change, we would love to hear from you!