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Partnering with our client, a global, sector-focused law firm that values creativity and pragmatism, Robert Walters is seeking a Senior Diversity and Inclusion Manager. The successful candidate will have a background in Professional Services and bring a wealth of experience in managing diversity and inclusion within an international professional services setting.

Our client is seeking a Senior Diversity and Inclusion Manager to join their global team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a progressive environment where creativity and pragmatism are valued. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, managing, and implementing the firm's global Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) strategy. They will also collaborate with senior leadership, partner champions, and Business Service Heads to manage key global D&I projects.

As a Senior Diversity and Inclusion Manager, your role will be pivotal in shaping the firm's approach towards diversity and inclusion. You will be responsible for defining commercial objectives related to D&I, assessing performance against these targets, and managing key projects.

• Design, manage and implement the firm's global Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) strategy.
• Define commercial D&I objectives and appropriate measures to assess the firm's performance against specific D&I targets and KPIs.
• Collaborate with senior leadership, partner champions, and Business Service Heads to manage key global D&I projects.
• Oversee the activities and deliverables of each of the firm's six D&I networks.
• Manage global D&I campaigns.
• Work with partners and other D&I champions in their roles as chair/co-chairs of internal committees and networks.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers to promote D&I initiatives.
• Serve as the main contact for external D&I partners.
• Handle external and internal communications for the firm on D&I.
• Prepare reports on the firm's D&I strategy, objectives and performance as required.

The ideal candidate for this Senior Diversity and Inclusion Manager position brings a wealth of experience in managing diversity and inclusion within an international professional services setting. You have a proven track record of delivering impactful D&I initiatives and possess a commercial outlook.

• At least five years' previous D&I experience in an international professional services firm.
• A track record for delivery of impactful D&I initiatives.
• Commercial outlook.
• Results-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills and a flair for delivering presentations and leading meetings.
• Ability to manage internal and external relationships.
• Ability to manage remote team members.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• High levels of discretion, confidentiality and diplomacy.

Our client is a global, sector-focused law firm that values creativity and pragmatism. They are committed to solving complex issues within various industries by providing specialist legal advice underpinned by a solid foundation of legal expertise. The firm is dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. They believe that a diverse team brings a variety of perspectives and ideas that drive innovation and success.

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Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: Other specialist positions

Industry: Human Resources and Personnel

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: City of London

Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum

Job Reference: ARW02Y-9F710B48

Date posted: 30 January 2025

Consultant: Victoria Flynn

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