Culture and Inclusion Lead

Devon & Cornwall Police; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law enforcement agency is seeking a Culture and Inclusion Lead to spearhead their strategy, ensuring fairness and respect in policing. The role demands strategic leadership experience along with a degree and extensive knowledge in equality and diversity. You will guide senior leaders and be instrumental in shaping policy while enjoying a competitive salary, hybrid working, and various benefits including leave entitlement and training opportunities.

Benefits

Yearly salary increments

25 days leave, increasing to 30 after 5 years

Subsidised gym membership

Company sick pay

Local government pension scheme

Free onsite parking

Flexitime

Development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strategic leadership experience with a relevant degree or equivalent.
• Specialist knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights.
• Preferable qualifications or membership in related organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Force’s Culture and Inclusion strategy.
• Shape and deliver equality objectives.
• Advise senior leaders and influence strategic direction.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Equality, diversity, and inclusion knowledge

Evidence-driven facilitation skills

Inclusive communication

Education

Degree or equivalent level 6

Job description

We are welcoming applications for the role of Culture and Inclusion Lead with Devon & Cornwall Police based at the following location(s): Police Headquarters, Exeter

A permanent hybrid working role, 37 hours per week, earning from £64,650 to £72,972 a year. Working hours can be flexibly reduced for part‑time applicants.

About the Role

You will lead the Force’s Culture and Inclusion strategy, ensuring fairness, respect and inclusion are embedded in all aspects of policing. Working within the Deputy Chief Constable’s portfolio, you will shape, deliver and continuously improve equality objectives, annual reporting and policy integration. You will advise senior leaders, influence strategic direction and represent the organisation at national and regional forums.

About You

Strategic leadership experience with a degree (or equivalent level 6) and specialist knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights. Preferable qualifications or professional membership such as the Institute of Equality & Diversity Practitioners. Strong evidence‑driven facilitation skills, confident working with senior leaders, and an inclusive, adaptive communication approach.

What We Offer

Starting salary negotiable based on knowledge, experience and high calibre talent. Relocation allowance will be considered. Supportive, forward‑thinking leadership team with continuous learning.

Hiring Line Manager:Leanne Moorhouse – Police Sergeant, Executive Staff Officer to the Deputy Chief Constable
Email Address:[e-mail]
Telephone Number:07734 769248

What you get if you join us:

• A competitive salary with yearly increments.
• 25 days a year leave entitlement, increasing to 30 days after 5 years continuous employment, plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
• Heavily subsidised gym membership across counties.
• Blue Light Card Scheme discounts (one‑off £5 payment).
• Company sick pay and local government pension scheme.
• Job‑related equipment and free onsite parking at many police sites.
• Group insurance scheme (salary‑sacrifice).
• Employees Assistance Programme and occupational health & wellbeing services.
• Development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and flexible training plan with regular check‑ins during the initial period.
• Flexitime and the ability to undertake flexible working hours.
• Hybrid working, with the ability to work remotely as required (once signed off the training plan).

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