Advisor - DEI Governance

The Role

We are looking for a Advisor - DEI Governance to join our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team within HR. This role will focus on leading and delivering impactful internal and external DEI communications, supporting global initiatives, strengthening engagement across employee networks and helping demonstrate the firm's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion through high-quality communications and stakeholder collaboration.

• Duration: Permanent
• Working Pattern: 2 days working from the office, 3 days remote

The Team

The UK HR team consists of more than 100 professionals across specialist functions including Resourcing, Graduate Recruitment and Management, Learning & Development, Systems & MI and Reward. The HR Operations team works collaboratively across multiple UK offices to deliver a business partnering service to both fee-earning and business services teams. The Advisor - DEI Governance will work closely with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion team, wider Responsible Business teams and stakeholders across the firm.

Essential Skills & Experience

• •Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create engaging content and communicate key messages clearly and concisely.
• •Demonstrable interest in and passion for diversity, equity and inclusion.
• •Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• •Experience using Microsoft Office applications and AI tools; knowledge of SharePoint and/or email marketing platforms is highly desirable.

What sets this role apart

• •Take ownership of global DEI communications, helping to shape and amplify the impact of the firm's inclusion strategy.
• •Work collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders including ERGs, committees, HR, Early Careers, Marketing and Communications teams.
• •Play a key role in high-profile initiatives including DEI events, benchmarking submissions, client RFPs and award entries.

What’s in it for you

• •Modern, flexible working – A minimum of 2 days each week required from the office, 3 days from home.
• •Join an award-winning global firm: Clyde & Co is ranked Band 1 in multiple practice areas by Chambers and Legal 500.
• •Career progression and development – Structured learning and development programmes, secondment opportunities and internal mobility across global offices.
• •Award-winning for pro bono work and recognised as an inclusive firm, with global DEI initiatives, leadership programmes and community impact through volunteering and sustainability.
• •Perks include life assurance from day one, season ticket loans and lifestyle discounts, an annual Wellbeing Day each year, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and more.

Please note: eligibility for benefits may vary based on location and length of service. Full details will be confirmed upon joining.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.