Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Early Careers

Skanska Uk Plc; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Watford is seeking a Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Early Careers to lead the HR team. The successful candidate will own and implement initiatives that enhance I&D efforts, manage early careers teams, and connect strategic thinking to outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a strong HR background and demonstrable experience in leading diversity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of leading teams.
• Experience in HR or associated Business related field.
• Proficiency in using data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Own the I&D action plan.
• Lead the early careers team.
• Implement a data-driven approach.

Skills

Leading teams

Contributing to I&D initiatives

Data analytics

Excellent communication skills

Designing development programmes

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

MCIPD or equivalent

Job description

Overview

inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society. We are looking for a Head of Inclusion, Diversity and Early Careers to join our HR team in Leavesden. What you'll do:

Responsibilities

• Own the I&D action plan
• Lead the early careers team
• Manage the I&D leaders' group
• Implement a data-driven approach
• Lead the understanding and planning to embed I&D related legal requirements into BAU
• Develop and deliver initiatives that improve the I&D and Early Careers offering
• Own the early careers attraction and assessment plans
• Lead the ongoing review of early career development programmes
• Lead social value activities in I&D and early careers
• Leverage technology to enhance candidate/employee experience
• Proactively contribute to the wider Talent and Capability team
• Be the Lead Safeguarding officer

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of leading teams
• Evidence of actively contributing, leading and delivering to I&D related actions/Initiatives
• Experience in HR, Social Value or associated Business related field, with a track record of implementing strategies that embed I&D best practice
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organisational Development or related field and/or MCIPD or equivalent
• Proficiency in using data analytics to drive design and delivery choices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience of presenting ideas clearly, influencing senior management decision making
• Experience of designing, managing and evaluating development programmes such as graduate schemes, internships, apprenticeships, Inclusion programmes or work experience
• Evidence of connecting strategic thinking to tangible outcomes