Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor

About Matalan

From humble beginnings to disruptive innovations in the retail industry, find out about how Matalan is ever-evolving here.

We know as a team, we are stronger together – we champion equality for all and make lasting connections that go beyond work. We thrive off our inclusive culture, encouraging our colleagues to bring their true selves to work and contributing to collective creativity, open-mindedness and growth.

We want give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the application and interview process and then ultimately in their role. If you require any adjustments during our recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

About the role

Working under the leadership and direction of the Head Of Talent, this role will play an integral part enabling the business to deliver our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion ambitions through both contributing to and executing our E,D&I strategy. Being a key enabler of the E,D&I agenda, supporting in facilitating change as well as ensuring our colleagues experience of Matalan, matches the inclusive culture we aim to create.

? Support our Head of Talent with the creation, development and implementation of our E,D&I Strategy across all business areas

? Act as an ambassador for all things E,D&I, celebrating when we are making a difference as well as highlighting when you see areas which need to be improved

? Manage and coordinate our calendar of E,D&I events and activities, creating engaging content which supports understanding and awareness

? Create and maintain colleague led communities that they help shape our future agenda as well as enabling us to drive tangible actions and change to support E,D&I

? Create strong networks and partnerships with relevant external bodies who can support us in delivering our ambitions

? Play a key role in shifting mindsets around E,D&I across the business, helping to build understanding and buy in to what we are trying to achieve

? Network externally to ensure we have the latest information when it comes to trends within E,D&I in relation to language, attitudes and approaches, along with any legislative changes that may influence your world

? Play an active role in driving the credibility of all data in relation to E,D&I, tracking the impact of the initiatives you are responsible for so to enable you to evaluate the effectiveness of each approach ? Support in shaping our Talent Attraction approach and recruitment processes to ensure they are driving equity for potential candidates

? Manage relationships with key stakeholders to drive engagement and support the delivery of the E,D&I agenda

About You

• Someone who is really passionate about the E,D&I agenda and is open to a range of views and perspectives.
• Ability to engage and facilitate others across a range of different levels in relation to their area of expertise.
• Experience of creating learning content and delivering interactive sessions which engage and build awareness.
• Someone with good attention to detail who is able to manage key data in relation to initiatives Experience of successfully implementing E,D&I initiatives would be preferable as well as a knowledge of the legislative framework in relation to this.

Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer the below core benefits:

• 20% staff discount, which increases with length of service
• Thrive Recognition Scheme
• Wellbeing support provided by the Retail Trust
• Life Assurance
• Retail Rewards platform offering discounts for other retailers
• Pension Scheme
• Access to a wide range of career development
• Additional benefits may apply depending on your role and area of the business