Inclusion & Diversity Advisor

A career without limits

As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.

It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.

This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.

So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.

We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.

The role:

This role will play a key part in ensuring BA delivers our vision in relation to our Inclusion & Diversity strategy. You will work collaboratively with colleague networks, line managers, colleagues, and partner organisations to implement tangible improvements in Inclusion & Diversity.

What you’ll do:

• Support the delivery of BA’s I&D strategy, to drive improved performance in representation and inclusion, including adding new suppliers to the system, PO’s & other related admin
• Implementation of I&D initiatives delivering projects linked to all aspects of inclusion and diversity,
• Tracks progress in representation targets and identifies areas of improvement in representation using data and insights to recommend changes to stakeholders
• Provide guidance and education to stakeholders on changes required to increase Inclusion
• Support Global learning Academy to ensure learning content across I&D is excellent
• Manages relationships with colleague network groups ensuring there is strong governance in place and their impact is measured
• Acts as a SME for Colleague Networks and steering group to seek feedback and learning, and provide support and guidance
• Owns delivery of mandatory reporting requirements including the production of all relevant information for the IAG annual report, liaising with Corporate & and internal stakeholders on content
• Own production of quarterly I&D updates for quarterly reporting purposes
• Support to embed governance for BA’s I&D strategy into the business
• To work with operating companies to advance I&D, benchmark insights and build consensus
• Work with Internal Communications and Brand teams on development of communication materials
• Leads on the execution and delivery of our Inclusion calendar providing guidance to Comms and Colleague Network groups to deliver activity that promotes awareness and belonging linked to our strategy
• Scope, leads, and delivers successful I&D stakeholder events
• Work with Communications and customer teams to ensure that communication and awareness of I&D internally and externally is excellent and there are long term communication and awareness plans in place
• Build and manage relationships with partner organisations and ensure they have a clear scope of work which is regularly reviewed to ensure we are optimising value
• Research and benchmark externally to share best practice and learning to inform action and drive change
• Support with internal and external presentations, briefing notes etc
• Internal stakeholder management to raise the profile of I&D to fulfil the role as facilitators and experts at the forefront of the I&D agenda to improve employee engagement

What you’ll bring to British Airways:

• Ability to deliver to projects, self-motivated and independent
• Able to support the coordination of team activity, manage relationships and influence
• Continuous review of best practice, driving efficiency at all times
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Ability to develop a strong internal and external network and capabilities across the team to deliver proactive PR and ensure best practice
• Team building skills to maximise team effectiveness
• Establish strong relationships at all levels in the organisation

Your experience:

• I&D experience & knowledge
• Experience of delivering results in I&D
• Experience of analysing and interpreting data
• Knowledge of relevant Equality legislation
• Experience of effectively collaborating across multiple teams

What we offer:

We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.

From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.

At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.

We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.

Inclusion & Diversity

At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.

Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.