Non-Executive Director (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion)

Lawyers in Local Government; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) and AMO seek an experienced Non-Executive Director for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion to join their boards and provide strategic leadership on inclusion across both organisations. As Board lead for EDI, you will oversee the EDI Strategy, chair the EDI Committee, advise on risks and opportunities, and engage stakeholders across local government and the legal sector.

Meetings mix virtual and in-person.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership on EDI across LLG and AMO.
• Chair the EDI Committee and advise on risks and opportunities.
• Engage with stakeholders across local government and the legal sector.

Skills

EDI expertise

Strategic leadership

Governance

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) & Association of Monitoring Officers (AMO)

Non-Executive Director (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion)

Job Description:

Non-Executive Director (Equality, Diversity & Inclusion)

Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) & Association of Monitoring Officers (AMO)

Help Shape the Future of Inclusion in Local Government

Lawyers in Local Government (LLG) is seeking to appoint an experienced and passionate Non-Executive Director for Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) to join its Board and provide strategic leadership on inclusion across both LLG and the Association of Monitoring Officers (AMO).

This is an exciting opportunity for an EDI professional to influence the direction of two nationally recognised membership organisations and help drive positive change across the local government legal sector.

About the Role

As the Board lead for EDI, you will provide strategic oversight of the organisations' Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Strategy and help ensure that inclusive governance, culture and decision-making remain at the heart of our work. You will bring independent challenge, expertise and insight, helping us create environments where people can thrive and succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the strategic development and oversight of LLG's EDI Strategy and Policy
• Chairing the EDI Committee and supporting delivery of organisational priorities
• Advising the Board on emerging EDI issues, risks and opportunities
• Engaging with stakeholders across local government and the legal sector
• Supporting conferences, events, projects and wider organisational initiatives

Working closely with the Chief Executive, management team and fellow Board members to drive meaningful change

Who We Are Looking For

You may be an experienced Board member or seeking your first Non-Executive Director appointment. Previous board experience is welcome but not essential. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals who can demonstrate:

Strong expertise in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Experience of leading or delivering strategic organisational change

The ability to provide constructive challenge and independent scrutiny

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

A commitment to inclusive leadership and good governance

You do not need to be a lawyer. We welcome applications from professionals with experience across the public, private or voluntary sectors.

Time Commitment and Remuneration

The role requires approximately 15 days per year, including:

• Six Board meetings annually
• Four EDI Committee meetings (as Chair)
• Attendance at the AGM, conferences and occasional stakeholder events

Meetings are a mix of virtual and in-person.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of inclusion within the local government legal profession, influence sector-wide thinking, and contribute to the governance and success of two respected national organisations.