Diversity and Equity Professional

The role of Embracing Diversity and Equity Manager is a pivotal one in driving forward our organization's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

As an Embracing Diversity and Equity Manager, you will be responsible for taking proactive action on ID&E initiatives in the Asia Pacific region, supporting the execution of our agreed ID&E strategy, and collaborating closely with various Inclusion & Diversity Committees, local leadership, and business services teams to advance inclusion and diversity goals.

Key elements of the current ID&E priorities include gender equality, parents and carers, disability inclusion, mental health & wellbeing, mainstreaming flexibility, culture/ethnicity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion.

You will also collaborate with colleagues across our network and support the Senior Manager ID&E for the AP region on global programs such as BakerWellbeing, gender equity commitment, and regional/AP discussions and projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Delivery of ID&E initiatives in the region;
• Supporting the ID&E global team in delivery of key projects to integrate and embed ID&E into the region;
• Implementing diversity awareness education programming, workshops, and seminars to support all personnel and drive the long-term embedding and sustainability of ID&E as part of our core approach;
• Attending relevant Sydney-based forums;
• Managing and working closely with the office ID&E Committees to ensure that initiatives and programs are planned for each year, with input and contribution from Committee members;
• Working closely with the Australian Office ID&E Committee and Australian management team to drive Australian ID&E initiatives;
• Leading ID&E events within the Australian offices;
• Managing key internal and external annual reporting and compliance requirements for Australia, including WGEA, Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, and AWEI, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information, and designing and developing business reports;
• Liasing with external stakeholders across the region (including Pride in Diversity, WGEA);
• Ensuring committee spending is in line with the ID&E budget;
• Collaborating with Firm business professional teams;
• Compiling, analysing, and maintaining internal and external ID&E-related data and metrics, and owning and maintaining ID&E dashboards to assess efficiency and effectiveness of ID&E initiatives and strategies;
• Building relationships with lawyers and business service professionals who participate in the committees, with a focus on Australian offices;
• Participating in inter-firm peer support groups and networking opportunities to stay abreast of best practices; and
• Monitoring external best practices and relevant external thought leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 months, but ideally two years of continuous inclusion experience, within professional services, preferably in a large law firm;
• Bachelor's degree required; HR, Psychology, Organizational Development, Law Degree or Masters degree a plus;
• Passion for the field of inclusion and diversity;
• Self-motivated; ability to work independently;
• Strong organization skills, including setting priorities, structuring project deliverables, and ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, excellent presentation skills; and
• Benefits: competitive remuneration package, generous bonus scheme, salary continuance insurance, life insurance, salary sacrifice options, employee discounts, referral rewards, and travel insurance for you and your family
• Learning & development opportunities: client and international office secondments and regional and global development programs
• Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to balance your work and lifestyle
• Leave: 26 weeks paid parental leave for all parents with no minimum service, ability to purchase additional annual leave and flexible public holidays
• Health & wellbeing programs: Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling and wellbeing and financial coaching for you and your immediate family, flu vaccinations and discounted health insurance

What We Offer

• Diverse and inclusive culture for all employees;
• Equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career;
• Range of flexible work opportunities through our bAgile program;
• Reasonable adjustments to equitably participate in the recruitment process or perform the requirements of this role.

How To Apply

Click Apply Now.

We encourage applications from all genders, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.