Description
The Diversity Officer plays a critical role in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. The primary objectives are to promote and implement strategies that ensure fair and equitable treatment of all employees, regardless of their background, and create an organizational culture that values inclusive diversity and belonging.
Job Title: Diversity Officer
Reporting Relationship: People Officer
Job Overview: The Diversity Officer will support both the Public Sector and Performance Improvement practices. This person is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring inclusive diversity and belonging initiatives within these organizations and partnering across A&M in these areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy Development:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy and agenda aligned with the organizations goals and values.
- Collaborate with leadership to integrate diversity into overall business strategies and operations.
Culture Development:
- Foster and evolve organizational culture into a more inclusive and belonging organization and support staff in navigating cultural norms and organizational expectations.
- Support change management efforts to embed inclusive diversity and belonging in talent programs and processes.
- In conjunction with the People Officer, COO, HR, and leadership, serve as an advocate / ally to address problematic behavior and facilitate a more diverse and inclusive culture.
- Provide guidance on fostering a respectful, belonging, and inclusive organizational culture.
Policy Development:
- Review, update, and develop policies that support diversity and inclusion within the organization.
- Ensure policies and procedures are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and firm policies.
- Apply a DEI lens to policies to ensure they reflect a strong commitment to a culture of inclusive diversity and belonging.
Training and Education:
- Partner with key stakeholders in the development of learning programs that facilitate inclusive diversity and belonging.
- Provide resources and tools to promote cultural competence among staff.
Employee Experience and Engagement:
- Collaborate across A&M to incorporate diversity considerations into the employee experience and value proposition through recruitment, onboarding, learning & development, career progression, compensation, and retention strategies.
- Monitor and analyze workforce demographics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Promote an inclusive workplace culture through employee engagement initiatives.
- Facilitate employee resource groups or affinity networks to foster a sense of belonging.
Metrics and Reporting:
- Establish metrics and key performance indicators to measure the success of diversity and belonging initiatives.
- Prepare regular reports for leadership on the organization's diversity and inclusion progress.
Community Outreach:
- Represent the organization in diversity-related events and forums.
Legal Compliance:
- Stay current on diversity-related laws and regulations.
- Ensure the organization complies with all applicable diversity and inclusion regulatory requirements.
Benchmarking:
- Conduct benchmarking and research to stay informed about best practices in diversity and inclusion.
- Incorporate innovative approaches to enhance diversity initiatives.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (human resources, organizational development, business, etc.). Advanced degree preferred.
- 5-7 years of experience in proven experience in diversity and inclusion or related roles.
- Strong understanding of diversity-related laws and regulations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical skills to assess and report on diversity metrics.
- Cultural competence, awareness, and transformation.
- Strong project management skills.
Personal Attributes:
- Passionate about diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and a commitment to ethical behavior.
- Resilience and the ability to navigate challenges.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a rapid growth environment.
The role of the Diversity Officer is dynamic and requires a combination of strategic thinking, interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and belonging workplace culture.
- The salary range is $150,000 - $275,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.
Diversity & Inclusion
A&M's entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. It is the A&M way.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is Alvarez & Marsal's practice to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex or gender, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, family medical history, genetic information or other protected medical condition, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by and in accordance with applicable laws. Employees and Applicants can find A&M policy statements and additional information by region here.
Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters
Please note that as per A&M policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters are engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening and in alignment with our Inclusive Diversity values. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that A&M will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.