Senior Manager Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Europe - Manchester, United Kingdom - CHEP

Description

Position purpose:

We believe in the potential of an equitable and inclusive working culture, fueled by the power of diversity to enable everyone to thrive and reach their fullest potential.

We have a global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy supported by a wide and increasing range of projects and initiatives running across our global business. We believe that our employees experience in DEI must be as consistent as possible whilst being locally relevant.

The purpose of the Regional DEI Manager is to drive our DEI work within region and, in so doing, to ensure all employees, regardless of role and location are part of this exciting journey to deliver an outstanding employee experience

Your mission:

• Translate our global DEI strategy into actionable outcomes for the local region to ensure DEI alignment
• Gain engagement and buy in from regional leadership teams to ensure they sponsor local initiatives and endorse the approach being taken as well as monitor the results of ongoing activity and their impact
• Act as DEI Centre of Expertise for region - provide direction, guidance and insights to in-region queries and requests for support and advice
• Work collaboratively with the regional DEI council and communications teams to create innovative and engaging ways to bring the DEI strategy to life
• Manager relationship with regional DEI partners (e.g., external networks, regional DEI councils, disability network) to bring in new ideas, best practice and build our external presence across DEI in the region
• Follow up on delivery of regional & functional DEI targets, agree actions, owners and timelines
• Lead regional activity on DEI benchmarking, accreditation and awards
• Prepare and manage regional DEI budget

Your skills & knowledge

• University degree or equivalent and a strong passion for DEI related topics & projects
• Experience of delivery of DEI initiatives cross-functions/ across countries & regions
• Contemporary skills and understanding of latest trends and developments in DEI
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with all levels of management and staff within a global organization
• Ability to drive and deliver change in a matrix environment with different priorities
• Attention to detail and solid understanding of business metrics paired with clear and transparent communication
• Ability to negotiate and influence outcomes while dealing with ambiguity
• Ability to work with data, translate data into insights to drive action

The Perks...

• Certified Top 100 Global Employers
• Annual bonus (typically 20%) based on company and individual performance
• Car allowance
• Generous Share Scheme
• Private healthcare (family cover)
• Flexible / Hybrid working
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays and the option to buy and sell 5 additional days leave each year
• Company pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Numerous retail discounts

Interested...? Apply by submitting an up-to-date CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you