Head of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Reading in a key role to build on and lead the University’s strategic direction for equity, diversity and inclusion. The successful candidate will work closely with members of the University Executive Board and be responsible for aligning EDI work to the strategic aims and objectives of the University.

Based at our Green Flag Award-winning Whiteknights Campus in Reading, this role will enable you to use your expertise in EDI to improve our inclusive culture and working environment for all our colleagues and ensure we offer our students the best possible learning environment. Take a look at our candidate pack for more information on the opportunities and benefits of working with us.

You will have :

• The ability to think strategically and articulate strategic direction and actions to others in a meaningful way
• Experience developing EDI strategy and implementing it within a large and complex organisation
• The ability to balance priorities and embed good EDI practice across a large organisation
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Influencing and negotiating skills at a senior level in a leadership role
• Delivered effective solutions involving stakeholders as appropriate

If unsure of criteria, this can be taken from the person specification.

Closing date: 30th March 2025

Interviews will be held: 10th or 11th April 2025

For more information, please contact:

Contact Name: Susan Thornton
Contact Job Title: Assistant Director of HR
Contact Email address: s.e.thornton@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name: Claire Rolstone
Alternative Contact Job Title: Director of HR
Alternative Contact Email address: c.rolstone@reading.ac.uk

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route.  Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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