Culture & Dei Lead

Be the strategic force driving an inclusive and dynamic workplace, ensuring DEI initiatives are seamlessly integrated into every facet of REA Group's ambitious goals.
- Permanent role based in Melbourne or Sydney

We're REA
With bold and ambitious goals,

REA Group

is changing the way the world experiences property. No matter where you're at on your property journey, we're here to help with every step - whether that's finding or financing your next home.

Our people are the key to our success. At the heart of everything we do, is a thriving culture centred around high performance and care. We are purpose driven and collaborative, which drives innovation and our ability to make a real impact. As such, we're proud to have been named in

Australia's "Top 5" Best Workplaces

two years in a row, as well as being recognised as a Best Workplace for Women.

Where the team fits in

The Culture & Leadership team sits within our high performing People & Culture Group. Passionate about innovation, design and creating solutions to support our people to thrive, we focus on leadership, diversity, wellbeing, culture, engagement, careers & capability. The Culture & Leadership team's focus is closely integrated with the broader People & Culture team's strategy; with a predominant focus on cultivating an inclusive, vibrant and cohesive culture across our global teams and architecting our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy.

The role is predominantly responsible for our Australian business, however, to support REA's growth ambitions there is more regular need to support work in our international locations. For example, designing a global culture strategy or onboarding requirements in Manila and India.

What the role is all about

The Culture & DEI Lead is responsible for the development and execution of strategies and initiatives that foster employee engagement, promote cultural integration, enhance our DEI goals, and ensure alignment with the REA's mission and values. This role will collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure programs align with REA Groups strategic objectives, foster a dynamic and engaging culture, and support a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Culture strategy
- Develop and implement a culture strategy that aligns with REA's overall business goals and ambition
- Design and implement culture plan with global norms + local nuances that supports scale
- Contribute to the design of the year-round 'employee listening strategy' (including engagement surveys, pulse checks, and entry and exit surveys) with accountability for coordinating, in conjunction with the HR Business Partners, the action-planning.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Develop and execute a comprehensive DEI strategy aligned with REA Group's business objectives that has global scale.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to build awareness and facilitate learning programs that celebrate belonging.
- Responsibility for REA Group's Diversity and Belonging policies and practices to ensure all members of REA Group have a comfortable place to work and learn, regardless of their background or beliefs.
- Act as a trusted advisor and thought leader on DEI matters to senior management and employees.
- Change Management and Program Management:

- Lead change management efforts related to cultural and DEI programs, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication across all levels
- Develop internal communication strategies that promote transparency and align with organisational culture
- Regularly report on progress and outcomes to executive leadership and adapt strategies as necessary.
- Monitor industry trends and best practices to continually enhance REA Group's DEI initiatives.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

- Build strong relationships across the organisation to ensure culture and DEI initiatives are integrated into business processes and the flow of work
- Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders to benchmark and share best practices in culture and DEI.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for DEI matters, facilitating open and productive conversations.
- Data and Analytics:

- Use data-driven insights to identify DEI challenges and opportunities.
- Provide regular reports on DEI metrics to leadership, recommending improvements based on data analysis.
- Develop metrics and KPIs to assess the effectiveness of culture and DEI initiatives.
- Conduct thorough assessments of the current culture through surveys, interviews, and data analysis.
- Ensure compliance with relevant diversity-related legal requirements and policies.

Who we're looking for
- Proven experience as a culture expert or in a related role, with a strong understanding of organisational culture dynamics
- Experience developing DEI strategy and leading diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Diversity champion with a proven track record for enhancing D&I policies and practices
- Excellent interpersonal and communicatio