Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator

Eversheds Sutherland; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Discretionary merit bonuses

Retirement plans

Tailored learning opportunities

Job summary

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Atlanta seeks a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator to support DEI programs and data requests. The hybrid role collaborates with lawyers, paralegals and business professionals to implement policies and promote a diverse workforce.

You will handle survey data, onboarding, affinity group logistics and events, while contributing to research and reporting that informs firm-wide DEI initiatives.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience in a similarly sized, multi-office legal or professional services organization.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the collection of data for internal and external surveys and responds to client and industry survey requests.
• Provides assistance with various external Diversity surveys to ensure correct data is provided by Eversheds Sutherland.
• Assists with the implementation of policies and programs to attract, retain and promote a diverse workforce for the firm.
• Supports Attorney Affinity Group logistics including heritage month planning.
• Conducts onboarding of new/lateral associates.
• Facilitates meetings with affinity groups, lawyers and committees.
• Designs invitations for affinity groups and DEI events with internal creative team.
• Coordinates events logistics and registrations for affinity groups.
• Collaborates with DEI team across offices and conducts departmental research.
• Performs administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Project management

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Discretion/confidentiality

Initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Office Suite

Job description

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is part of a global law practice providing legal services to a broad range of clients, from small and mid‑sized businesses to the world’s leading multinational organizations. The firm combines deep local knowledge with global reach, supporting clients across industries and jurisdictions. Eversheds Sutherland is recognized for its collaborative culture, commitment to client service, and delivery of practical, commercially informed legal solutions.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP. We are searching for someone who wants to be a valued contributor and member of a talented and dynamic team of lawyers, paralegals and business professionals.

The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator works closely with the DEI team to assist in implementing and administering the firm’s diversity, equity, and inclusion ("DEI") programs and will handle client, industry, and internal data requests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists with the collection of data for internal and external surveys and responds to client and industry survey requests, as needed.
• Assists with the collection of data for internal and external surveys and responds to client and industry survey requests, as needed.
• Provides assistance, as needed, with various external Diversity surveys to ensure correct data is provided by Eversheds Sutherland.
• Assists with the implementation of policies and programs to attract, retain and promote a diverse workforce for the firm.
• Supports Attorney Affinity Group logistics including heritage month planning.
• Conducts new/lateral associate onboarding.
• Facilitates time and format of meetings with affinity groups, lawyers and committees.
• Works with internal creative team to design invitations for affinity group, Women’s Leadership Initiative, and DEI Department events.
• Attends affinity group events or internal events; coordinates registration, name tags, contact sheets, materials and other logistics.
• Collaborates with DEI Department team members across all offices, as needed.
• Conducts research as needed to meet departmental goals.
• Performs administrative and other duties as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Two to three years of experience working in a similarly sized, multi-office legal or professional services organization.

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of an Associate’s degree and related experience.

Skills

• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Suite, including Excel and Outlook are required
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills are required
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads
• Ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Strong project management, organizational, writing and presentation skills
• Good judgment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented and able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Takes initiative and follows through on projects
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.

This is a hybrid role and the salary ranges for this position vary depending on the geographic location and other factors such as experience, internal equity, market data, and job-related considerations. The range for this position is from $55,000 - $65,000, with offers contingent upon the various factors. The firm’s compensation strategy includes not just a base salary but also comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, paid time off, discretionary merit bonuses, life and disability insurance, retirement plans and tailored learning opportunities.

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our Firm and in the larger legal profession. We believe that diverse skills, knowledge and viewpoints make us a stronger firm. Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP maintains a policy of affording all employees and applicants equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity, gender expression or being transgender), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, ancestry, amnesty, citizenship status, ethnicity, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination, harassment and retaliation will not be tolerated in any of the Firm’s offices or any other work-related setting. Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a position or to enable them to perform the essential functions of a position for which they are otherwise qualified. EEO.