Job Description
Your Impact
- We’re looking for a senior leader to drive Leonardo’s Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) strategy across all our UK sites and share best practices across the Leonardo Group. This is a strategic role with real impact, helping us create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported.
- Leonardo has strong foundations in I&D, with committed leaders, established programmes, and external partnerships. Your role will take us to the next level, turning strategy into action and ensuring we attract, retain, and develop a diverse workforce.
- You will be able to influence at a senior level, inspire others to follow their lead, and manage multiple projects simultaneously across the four strategic focus areas of Attraction Recruitment, Developing, Nurturing & inclusive culture, Influence & Industry. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, both internally and with external partners who support delivery of the strategy.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the implementation of the UK I&D strategy and influence senior leaders to champion inclusion.
- Act as the I&D subject matter expert, advising leaders and employees.
- Partner with Talent Attraction and external providers to attract diverse talent and ensure a fair and inclusive selection process
- Oversee inclusion programmes and partnerships, ensuring they deliver measurable impact.
- Work with Learning & Development and Wellbeing teams to embed inclusive practices and deliver training.
- Manage a yearly budget to support the development of I&D programmes and activations across the U.K.
- Support employee network groups and raise awareness of inclusion topics.
- Manage the annual I&D calendar and communications internally and externally.
- Engage with external bodies to stay aligned with best practice and industry developments.
- Collaborate internationally, adapting to different cultures and ways of working.
What You'll Bring
- Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills at senior level.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an inclusive mindset.
- Deep knowledge of I&D best practice and relevant legislation.
- Ability to implement complex strategies in large or matrixed organisations.
- Cultural awareness and understanding of global inclusion issues.
- Proven ability to inspire, lead, and build trusted relationships.
- High emotional intelligence and sound judgement.
Primary Location
GB - London
Additional Locations
GB - Basildon, GB - Bristol - Coldharbour Lane, GB - Edinburgh, GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300, GB - Newcastle, GB - Southampton, GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd
Contract Type
Permanent
Hybrid Working
Hybrid
