Apprenticeship Partner

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom JD Williams Full time

We’re looking for a EDI&B Partner ( Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) to join the People team here at N Brown Group.
The EDI&B (Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging) Partner plays a key role in advancing our EDI&B initiatives, collaborating within the People Domain, Chapter Leads and key stakeholders across the enterprise to cultivate an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
Develop and deliver training programs and workshops to raise awareness and promote understanding of EDI&B concepts among colleagues at all levels.
* Facilitate discussions and initiatives aimed at building cultural competence and fostering a sense of belonging for all colleagues.
* Work closely with People Chapters to develop retention strategies that promote inclusivity and support the career development of underrepresented groups.
* Lead the strategic direction, development, and implementation of the Embrace Communities.
BRC, Retail Trust, Apprentice providers, Scholls and Colleges, and community groups, to advance EDI&B objectives and participate in relevant industry networks and events.
* Promote volunteerism and philanthropic initiatives that address social justice issues and contribute to building more inclusive communities.
* Collect and analyse data related to EDI&B metrics, such as representation, employee engagement, and retention rates.
* Prepare regular reports, board papers (ESG), and presentations to communicate progress and trends to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.
* Use data-driven insights to inform decision-making and adjust strategies as needed to achieve EDI&B goals.
* Coach and mentor leaders with an emphasis on agile, behavioural change management.
* Hybrid working
24 days holiday (+ 8 bank holidays) with the option to buy an additional 10 days
Annual bonus scheme
Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
Company pension with up to 8% N Brown contribution
Mental Health support both internally and externally, including access to our wellbeing champions and counselling services
A range of financial wellbeing support
Colleague discount across all N Brown brands
Onsite café with subsidised rates and local restaurant discounts
Life Assurance and Private Medical Insurance
At N Brown, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment that values equality for all. Our vision is that by ‘championing inclusion, we’ll become the most loved and trusted fashion retailer’. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging are, therefore, at the heart of our culture.
We’re a forward-thinking digital retailer with a financial services proposition to be proud of. We’re customer-obsessed, serving them through three core brands: JD Williams, Simply Be, and Jacamo. We offer hybrid working which varies across the business depending on the role you’re in. For this role, the expectation would be 2 days per week. Our Head Office is located in the Northern Quarter in Manchester City Centre. So if you are travelling by train, tram or bus we’re perfectly located, plus we’re surrounded by cool cafes, trendy bars and the best places to eat
We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.



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