EDI Manager – Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead

About the role

The Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Manager will lead SGN’s EDI agenda, ensuring policies, training and data insights create a fair and high‑performing workplace. Reporting across all levels, from executives to front‑line staff, you will embed inclusive behaviours and support employee networks.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and continuously improve SGN’s EDI strategy, policies and action plans.
• Provide expert advice to leaders and managers on inclusive culture and best EDI practices.
• Identify organisation‑wide learning needs and design workshops, campaigns and resources.
• Analyse workforce data, surveys and network feedback to spot trends and shape initiatives.
• Build internal and external partnerships with staff networks, EDI bodies and sector groups.

Required profile

• Relevant HR, organisational development, social sciences or EDI qualification, or substantial EDI delivery experience.
• Coaching/mentoring qualification and specialist EDI certification (e.g., unconscious bias, inclusive leadership) is advantageous.
• Proven experience designing and delivering EDI strategies and policies in a comparable industry.
• Strong knowledge of EDI legislation, best practice and organisational application.
• Experience conducting EDI data analysis and reporting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £80k‑£85k per annum, dependent on skills and qualifications.
• Hybrid working model.
• Joint‑contribution pension (6% employee, 12% total).
• Performance‑based bonus.
• Enhanced maternity and family leave.
• Life assurance, HolidayPlus, virtual GP and employee assistance programme.
• Retail and leisure discounts and additional employee benefits.