Salary: (Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead - £75,750 and Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Adviser - £48,831)

Are you passionate about making a difference and want to play an important role in the transformation of the Greater London Authority’s People Function and supporting the GLA through change?   

Are you an experienced EDI professional and enjoy bringing people together and developing relationships to deliver a high-quality service? 

The GLA currently have two fantastic opportunities within the Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture team. We are looking for an Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Adviser and an Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead to join the team and be a part of something truly meaningful. When applying please clearly indicate in your personal statement which role you would like to be considered for i.e. Lead or Adviser

About the roles

The Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead will act as the lead on GLA workforce equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) strategies, responsible for developing and delivering policies, strategies and interventions to meet the GLA’s ambitions to be a genuinely inclusive employer and to reflect London’s diversity at all levels of our workforce. 

The Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture adviser will work closely with the  Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead and Specialist to implement policies and programmes to support  Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture development and management across the GLA.

About the team

The GLA is embarking on its own programme of transformation, whilst settling into new hybrid ways of working at the new City Hall in the Royal Docks and continues to serve the needs of the Mayor and the London Assembly in this unusually short administrative term. Now more than ever is the need for a professional and skilled People Function to support them in this, and help build a diverse and inclusive workforce, one that is representative of the population it serves.  

This is one of the most exciting times to join the team. The demands on our team to create appropriate services that meet the needs of both the organisation, and our workforce have probably never been greater. You will require creativity, commitment and imagination and to embrace the scrutiny of our work.  

In return, you will have a high-profile and visible platform to build on your experience in Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture. You will also make a full contribution to work across the wider GLA family in your work individually, and collectively to deliver leading edge People practice.  

What will your day look like:

The Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead will be:

1.  Accountable for the design, development and implementation of strategies relating to the development of the GLA’s approach to equality, diversity and inclusion to support the organisation in meeting its aim of being reflective of the Londoners it serves. 
2.  Oversee the EDI and Culture and Values team to align those agendas to the organisation’s requirements and wider people initiatives; with the development and delivery of a specific EDI and Culture  strategies and action plans
3. Oversee development of relevant strategies and programmes to meet strategic and operational priorities to ensure long term business continuity. Work with colleagues across the People Function to ensure Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and Culture are at the forefront of and embedded within other People led projects and programmes.
4. Work through and draw upon the Centres of Excellence and People Partner teams to ensure strategies and processes are in line with EDI and Culture  approaches, and provide a consistent, coordinated and coherent People service to all staff across the GLA.
5. Oversee delivery of EDI and Culture initiatives directly (e.g. pay gap action plans) working through and influencing members of the Corporate Management
6. Oversee delivery of wellbeing-related services and support within the GLA, e.g Employee Assistance Programme and other emotional support provided for GLA staff

The Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Adviser will:

1.  Lead the development and implementation of a range of crosscutting projects, programmes and policies related to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture
2. Work with the business partner team to provide advice, support and coaching to managers and staff on the implementation of Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture related policies and initiatives.
3. Establish, develop and maintain effective networks and relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve objectives
4. Provide written and oral briefings, high level advice, policy and specialist reports.

 Full details of the Lead role can be found here

Full details of the Adviser role can be found here 

Skills, knowledge and Experience

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria for the Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Lead position:

1.  Corporate Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development or ability to demonstrate equivalent level of professional competence through learning and experience.
2.  Substantial experience gained in a senior strategic EDI-related role in a complex and high profile organisation with multiple stakeholders
3.  High degree of numeracy and experience of producing and analysing data to support development of the business and meet all internal and external reporting requirements.

To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria for the Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture Adviser position:

1.  Successful track record of project delivery in a high profile or complex environment. This should include evidence of successful provision of advice, policies and projects to achieve equalities and social inclusion objectives
2. Evidence of success in preparing and presenting clear and concise written reports, policies and briefings on complex and sensitive issues within demanding timescales.
3. Understanding of how to effectively develop and deliver Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Culture programmes in a complex organization
4. Skills in analysis, interpretation and presentation of complex data, legislation and other information to ensure that projects and programmes are developed with a solid evidence base and can be appropriately evaluated.
5. Understanding and knowledge of how to engage staff

How to apply

If you would like to apply for either role you will need to submit the following:

-        The online application

-        Explain which role would you like to be considered for i.e. Lead or Adviser

-        Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria outlined above in the advert and the behaviour competencies outlined in the job description.

If you wish to speak to someone about the role, Hamida Ali would be happy to speak to you about the role. 

Assessment process

Once you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel. Please clearly indicate in your personal statement which role you would like to be considered for i.e. Lead or Adviser.

If shortlisted all applications will be invited to an interview/assessment

Interview/assessment date is: Week of 27th November - 1st December

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

London's diversity is its biggest asset and we are working towards a workforce which reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share. 

Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be

considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required

In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.

Additional Information (for external only)

Please note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check but some roles may require additional security screening. 

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