Equlaity, Diversity & Inclusion Manager

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Manager

• Belfast City Centre
• Excellent salary & generous benefits package
• Hybrid work pattern and great flexibility

We are recruiting for a leading organisation in Belfast City Centre, who are seeking a dedicated EDI Manager to develop, deliver, and embed a robust Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion strategy across the organisation.

This is a full-time, permanent role (36 hours per week) offering a unique opportunity to lead EDI initiatives, influence organisational culture, and support senior leadership in achieving meaningful, measurable change.

Top Things to Know About this Job

• Lead the development and delivery of a high-impact EDI strategy across the organisation
• Influence senior stakeholders and embed a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Permanent role in a well-established, leading organisation with career development opportunities

The Role

• Lead the ongoing development and delivery of the organisation's EDI strategy
• Manage EDI projects, initiatives, and employee networks, ensuring alignment with business objectives
• Act as the EDI advisor across HR, Employee Relations, and Resourcing
• Develop policies, procedures, and training programmes to embed EDI principles
• Monitor compliance and statutory reporting, including Section 75, Article 55, and Equality Commission returns
• Benchmark against best practice and provide insight on legislative changes and EDI trends
• Support senior management and board reporting, ensuring engagement and buy-in for EDI initiatives
• Coordinate external partnerships to strengthen organisational EDI delivery
• Provide guidance on recruitment and selection processes to ensure inclusivity and fairness
• Manage EDI budgets and oversee initiatives to drive measurable impact

The Person

• Minimum 3 years' experience in an HR or EDI management role
• Experience leading EDI initiatives, projects, and employee networks
• Strong knowledge of employment equality legislation in Northern Ireland
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver cultural change
• Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills
• CIPD membership or relevant HR/EDI qualification desirable
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Passionate about diversity, inclusion, and organisational culture

The Reward

• Attractive salary & benefits
• Full-time, permanent role (36 hours/week)
• Flexible work policy - early finish Friday
• Excellent Pension
• Attractive annual leave
• Lead EDI across a high-profile, leading organisation
• Career development and professional growth opportunities
• Opportunity to influence organisational culture and inclusion initiatives

Closing date: Tuesday 7th July 2026 at 12 noon