Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Partner

Equality Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Partner

Are you passionate about driving meaningful change in equality, diversity, and inclusion? As an experienced EDI Partner, you will hold a pivotal role that empowers you to develop, lead, and implement strategic initiatives across a large dynamic department. This is an exciting opportunity to influence organisational culture and promote inclusive excellence.

EDI Partner Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Leading the development and delivery of a division-wide EDI strategy and action plan aligned with institutional frameworks.
• Supporting multiple departments in embedding EDI values through tailored policies, training, and ongoing guidance.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders - HR, Research, Communications, and Planning - to embed sustainable EDI practices.
• Analysing metrics with data analysts to track progress, identify opportunities for improvement, and report on key performance indicators.
• Challenging and encouraging departmental leaders to report on and improve their EDI initiatives.
• Developing joint training programmes that promote inclusive leadership and foster a culture of belonging.
• Communicating complex EDI issues accessibly to diverse audiences, supporting the organisation's broader inclusion agenda.

EDI Partner Rewards

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 38 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including enhanced pension contributions of up to 10%.
• Benefits such as sports centre discounts.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training, development programmes, and engaging on high-impact initiatives.
• The chance to influence and shape the future of equitable practice within a prominent division of the organisation.

The Company

Our client is renowned for pioneering biomedical and clinical research and they are committed to excellence, innovation, and social responsibility. The organisation fosters a collaborative environment where diversity and inclusion are central to achieving ambitious goals.

EDI Partner Experience Essentials

• Proven expertise in EDI strategy development within a complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of policies, regulatory frameworks, and contemporary issues in equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience in collaborative project management, leading cross-departmental initiatives.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting to monitor EDI progress and outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex topics clearly and persuasively and present confidently.
• Demonstrable success in engaging, influencing and challenging varied audiences on sensitive and critical EDI matters.

Location

This role is based in Oxford, with a requirement to be onsite a minimum of 50% of the time, and requires flexibility to be in the office more to meet with business needs and attend onsite meetings. The location offers excellent transport links, including Park and Ride services, but there is no onsite car parking. 

Action

If you would like to find out more about this excellent opportunity, then please apply online today! We will review and respond to all applications.

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Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit www.allen-associates.co.uk and follow us on LinkedIn.