Diversity & Inclusion Consultant

**Who we are**:
Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is about helping people create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.

We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. You will have the benefits of salary continuance insurance, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and generous parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers.

Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). We are also an AWEI Bronze Employer, honoured by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for our commitment to fostering genuine inclusion and accessibility for all employees.
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**The Opportunity**

We are looking for a Diversity & Inclusion Consultant to join our People & Culture team for a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering parental leave. Reporting into the Group Director, People &Culture, this role develops, implements, and manages national diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing strategies aligned with Urbis' Culture and Company Plan. The role aims to enhance Urbis' employee experience and position the company as an employer of choice.

**What you'll do**:

- Lead strategies, such as Gender Equity and the Reconciliation Action Plan to foster an inclusive environment and meet reporting requirements.
- Lead and manage actions from WGEA EOCGE, AWEI, and Family Friendly Workplaces, ensuring our goals are met and reported.
- Partner with business stakeholders to implement diversity, equity, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives within the employee lifecycle, including developing policies that align to our high performance culture.
- Attend and lead internal inclusion committees to drive engagement and impact
- Monitor, measure & report the impact of DE&I activities, providing advice and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with legislation and escalate concerns when necessary.

**What you'll bring**:

- A passion for building impactful stakeholder relationships, including at a senior level.
- The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently, with an ability to be agile and adapt to changing priorities.
- Strong communications skills, in both a verbal and written context
- Depth in knowledge and a passion for contemporary diversity and inclusion opportunities
- Experience coordinating, developing and implementing strategies, plans and policies.
- Knowledge of employment practices and legislation that align with DE&I.

**Why Urbis?**

**By joining us you will receive benefits including**:

- Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, health & wellbeing programs and much more.
- Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
- Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
- Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins.

**Our commitment to Inclusion**

If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruitment lead upon initial connection.

**How to Apply?**

**#JoinUrbis**

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