EDI Strategic Advisor and Policy Manager

South-Wales-Police; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning opportunities

Wellbeing schemes

Pension schemes

Job summary

South Wales Police invites applications for an EDI Strategic Advisor and Policy Manager. You will lead the development of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies, standards and reporting frameworks within Corporate Services, and advise senior leaders on strategic direction.

You will establish governance, monitor performance, ensure compliance with equality legislation, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive inclusive practice across the Force and communities we serve.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) policy development.
• Ability to establish governance and assurance arrangements for performance monitoring.
• Strategic advisory capability to senior leaders and governance boards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of the Force's EDI framework.
• Provide expert EDI advice and guidance to senior leaders and boards.
• Develop and maintain EDI policies, standards and performance measures.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, national policing requirements and Welsh Language Standards.
• Monitor EDI performance and drive continuous improvement across the Force.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to influence positive change.
• Horizon scan legislation and national developments to inform strategy.

Skills

EDI strategy

Policy development

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Legislation awareness

Job description

EDI Strategic Advisor and Policy Manager

Force South Wales Police

Role Type Police Staff

Business Area Corporate Services

Location HQ, Bridgend

Grade PO5

Part/Full Time Full Time

37

Type of Contract Permanent

Level of Welsh language ability required? 2

Shortlisting Date 17 November 2026

Interview Date 26 November 2026

Closing Date 10/11/2026, 15:00

Job Advert Description

South Wales Police brings together thousands of people with the same aim – to keep South Wales safe.

We want to be the best at understanding and responding to our community’s needs. To do this we need the very best candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to become part of our policing family.

We are looking for someone to #JoinUs as an EDI Strategic and Policy Manager in our Corporate Services Department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced strategic leader with a strong understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion to influence organisational culture, shape policy and make a lasting impact across South Wales Police and the communities we serve.

Could you be who we are looking for?

The role will lead the development of EDI policies, standards and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with equality legislation and alignment with national policing priorities, including the Police Race Action Plan, Welsh Language Standards and relevant NPCC guidance. You will establish robust governance and assurance arrangements to monitor organisational performance, identify emerging risks and opportunities, and drive sustainable improvement across the Force.

As a visible champion for inclusion, you will monitor external developments, anticipate future legislative and policy changes, and provide strategic advice on their organisational impact. Through effective scrutiny, performance oversight and stakeholder engagement, you will help ensure South Wales Police can demonstrate compliance, evidence meaningful progress and deliver positive outcomes for both its workforce and the diverse communities it serves.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the strategic development and delivery of the Force’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion framework.


• Providing expert EDI advice and guidance to senior leaders and governance boards.


• Developing and maintaining EDI policies, standards, assurance frameworks and performance measures.


• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, national policing requirements and Welsh Language Standards.


• Monitoring and evaluating organisational EDI performance and driving continuous improvement.


• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to influence positive change.


• Horizon scanning emerging legislation, best practice and national developments to inform strategic decision-making.


• Championing equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility across all aspects of force business.

• Learning and development opportunities


• Schemes which aim to improve your lifestyle and wellbeing


• Generous Local Government Pension Scheme / Police Pension Schemes


• Paid annual leave


• Flexible working


• Family friendly policies

The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MVSC Vetting.

Please note, if you are subject to an ongoing PSD investigation, you appointment or placement in the role may be delayed pending an outcome. Whether the role is held open will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis

If you would like any more information about the role, please contact [e-mail]

This role closes on 10th November 2026

First time applying for a role with South Wales Police? Be sure to read our application guidance for some hints and tips around the application form and what to expect. Please note the successful candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to the required level.

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone.