ED&I and Wellbeing Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to join their HR team, focusing on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and Wellbeing strategies. This role offers the opportunity to support various initiatives, from organizing events to maintaining budgets and assisting with internal communications. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to make a positive impact. Flexible working arrangements are available, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of ED&I in delivering strategies.
• Organize meetings and events for internal committees.
• Assist with diversity reporting and internal communications.

Skills

ED&I Passion

MS Office Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

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Term: Permanent
Reports to: Head of ED&I
Team: Human Resources

About Farrer & Co

Farrer & Co is synonymous with the highest quality legal advice and service. We advise individuals, families, businesses, financial services, educational, and not-for-profit organizations on every aspect of the law. From our offices in London, we work with trusted professionals worldwide to deliver seamless international service.

Our clients face complex challenges, from family trust issues to multinational transactions or reputation threats. They value our in-depth knowledge, technical excellence, and diverse disciplines. Our approach is pragmatic, plain-speaking, and steadfast in our values—trust, doing the right thing, and achieving the best results.

The Team

The HR team is responsible for developing HR strategies aligned with the firm’s goals and implementing policies across all areas of people management, including professional development, recruitment, diversity, employee relations, pay and benefits, and organizational change.

Responsibilities

1. Support the Head of ED&I and the Senior ED&I & Wellbeing Adviser in delivering the firm’s ED&I and Wellbeing strategies.
2. Act as a key contact for internal ED&I Committees, Employee Impact Groups, and Mental Health First Aiders; organize meetings, agendas, and minutes.
3. Assist with events and awareness campaigns, liaising with external speakers and internal teams for initiatives like Wellbeing Week, Mental Health Awareness Week, and cultural months.
4. Support HR’s rotation of Solicitor Apprentices as a buddy during their six-month seat.
5. Maintain budgets for ED&I and Wellbeing activities.
6. Assist with diversity reporting and submissions, including social mobility and regulatory indices.
7. Help organize internal seminars, events, and podcasts, including speaker research and logistics.
8. Draft internal communications via intranet and firm-wide updates.
9. Support work experience and internship programs related to ED&I.
10. Stay updated on best practices by attending external seminars and events.
11. Occasionally deputize for senior ED&I team members during inductions.

Skills and Experience

• Passion for ED&I and Wellbeing.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Organized, proactive, and deadline-oriented.
• High attention to detail.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to inclusivity.

Additional Information

This role supports flexible working or job sharing. Working hours are 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, with flexibility for additional hours as needed, following the firm’s agile working policy, which includes home working and minimum days in the London office.

Farrer & Co is an equal opportunity employer welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. We conduct pre-employment screening, including criminal history and credit checks.