Workforce Equalities Lead
| Posting date: | 30 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,476 to £44,711 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2025 |
| Location: | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Manchester City Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 5965 |
Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to become the Workforce Equalities Lead.
Manchester City Council is committed to advancing workforce inclusion, tackling inequality and discrimination and creating a truly inclusive workplace where staff feel safe, valued and respected.
Are you passionate about Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)? Do you have the vision and drive to create a more inclusive workplace? The Workforce Equalities Team is looking for a Workforce Equalities Lead to support the delivery of the Workforce Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Plan.
As the Workforce EDI Lead, you will play a key role in implementing and delivering our Workforce EDI Plan. You will work closely with senior leaders, managers and staff equality networks to ensure equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded throughout the Council.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver actions and programmes within the Workforce EDI Plan which includes Anti-Racism, Disability Action Plan, Age Friendly Action Plan
- Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate and embed EDI into all aspects of the Council
- Partner with Directorates to provide support, advice and challenge on EDI performance and impact
- Provide expert advice and support on EDI matters
- Monitor and report on the progress and impact of EDI.
- Lead staff engagement and awareness programmes to promote EDI across the organisation.
What we're looking for:
- Good understanding of EDI principles, legislation, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
To be successful in this role, your application must clearly demonstrate in no more than 400 words the following essential criteria:
- Proven experience in the analysis and interpretation of statistical and research data, with the ability to translate findings into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to a range of audiences.
- A track record of planning and delivering key elements of action plans, taking ownership of specific deliverables and ensuring timely progress.
- Experience in designing and facilitating staff engagement activities, both virtually and in-person.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse teams and backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum on key projects.
- A sound understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty and its practical application in a workplace setting.
- Experience in leading or coordinating programmes of work related to EDI or organisational development.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. A career with us means you can be yourself, grow professionally, and contribute to a culture that values equity and inclusion.
If you are invited to interview, we will ask whether you require any adjustments to help you fully demonstrate your suitability for the role. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive recruitment process.
Manchester City Council is committed to advancing workforce inclusion, tackling inequality and discrimination and creating a truly inclusive workplace where staff feel safe, valued and respected.
Are you passionate about Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)? Do you have the vision and drive to create a more inclusive workplace? The Workforce Equalities Team is looking for a Workforce Equalities Lead to support the delivery of the Workforce Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Plan.
As the Workforce EDI Lead, you will play a key role in implementing and delivering our Workforce EDI Plan. You will work closely with senior leaders, managers and staff equality networks to ensure equality, diversity and inclusion is embedded throughout the Council.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver actions and programmes within the Workforce EDI Plan which includes Anti-Racism, Disability Action Plan, Age Friendly Action Plan
- Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate and embed EDI into all aspects of the Council
- Partner with Directorates to provide support, advice and challenge on EDI performance and impact
- Provide expert advice and support on EDI matters
- Monitor and report on the progress and impact of EDI.
- Lead staff engagement and awareness programmes to promote EDI across the organisation.
What we're looking for:
- Good understanding of EDI principles, legislation, and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
To be successful in this role, your application must clearly demonstrate in no more than 400 words the following essential criteria:
- Proven experience in the analysis and interpretation of statistical and research data, with the ability to translate findings into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to tailor messages to a range of audiences.
- A track record of planning and delivering key elements of action plans, taking ownership of specific deliverables and ensuring timely progress.
- Experience in designing and facilitating staff engagement activities, both virtually and in-person.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse teams and backgrounds.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and maintain momentum on key projects.
- A sound understanding of the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty and its practical application in a workplace setting.
- Experience in leading or coordinating programmes of work related to EDI or organisational development.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. A career with us means you can be yourself, grow professionally, and contribute to a culture that values equity and inclusion.
If you are invited to interview, we will ask whether you require any adjustments to help you fully demonstrate your suitability for the role. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive recruitment process.
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