Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead

Location – Newcastle Upon Tyne

Permanent

Competitive Salary

We are the heartbeat of the city. Come and be a part of a long and proud history where we strive to be the best in everything we do, on and off the pitch. Bringing the people and communities together, join the Newcastle United Family, as we embark on the next steps of our exciting journey.

About the role

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead to proactively manage and promote inclusion, ensuring all departments and practices meet requirements and remain compliant with legislation by way of training, implementing and embedding best practice throughout the Club.

Managing the development and integration of the Inclusion strategy to promote a culture of inclusivity by embedding best practice through communication and development.

Leading the Club’s commitment to achieving successful compliance in line with the overarching strategy and relevant league rules this role will be critical in also representing the Club at external events, developing relationships with key external and internal stakeholders to raise the profile of the Club as an inclusive employer.

Your impact

Leading on all equality incidents, allegations and concerns, some of which maybe extremely complex, you will have significant demonstrable experience in a similar role and hold a degree level education, or relevant experience, in a similar subject (i.e. economics or social science).

You will have excellent mentoring, coaching and communication skills with experience gained in the delivery of Equality and Inclusion training and complaint handling.

About the team

Joining our busy and friendly People and Talent team you will play a key role in supporting us to deliver an outstanding colleague and customer experience across the Club.

Why choose us?

We’ve got a range of great benefits and rewards, from flexible ways of working, participation in our non-contractual employee bonus scheme, NUFC life assurance, free parking, discount at Shearers Bar and the Club Shop, Helping Hand – where you can access free GP appointments, Wellbeing Resources, Legal and Financial Support, pension contribution, free lunch and the best part, free tea and coffee. In addition, we run a salary sacrifice scheme which includes, tech, car, cycle to work and many more.

United As One

We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and believe in equal opportunities for all. We recognise that the diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. We work together to reflect the communities we serve and to maintain an inclusive environment in which everyone can be their authentic self and is enabled to achieve their full potential.

Safeguarding

We’re committed to being a place where everyone is safe, heard, valued and able to thrive so we place high value on the safeguarding and welfare of everyone we engage with.