Calisen Group is at the forefront of the UK's smart energy transition, managing and owning a third of the country's smart meters. With over 1,500 employees across the UK, we are also expanding into new areas like Electric Vehicle chargers and Heat Pump installations, all while supporting the UK's net zero goals. Our People Team is key to this transformation, and we are looking for an experienced Equity, Inclusion, Diversity, and Wellbeing Specialist to help shape an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
The Role:
As our EDI & Wellbeing Specialist, you will be responsible for the development, execution, and continuous improvement of our EDI & Wellbeing strategies. This senior specialist role is essential to our mission of ensuring that everyone at Calisen feels welcome, valued, and supported. You will work closely with leaders across the business, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to implement initiatives that promote a culture of respect, belonging, and wellness.
Key Responsibilities:
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Strategy Development and Execution:
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Co-develop and lead the execution of the EDI and Wellbeing strategy in collaboration with the Head of Employee Experience and People Programme.
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Translate the strategy into actionable programmes with clear, measurable outcomes that align with our People Promise of "Everyone's welcome."
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Programme Management:
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Oversee the delivery of all EDI and wellbeing programmes, ensuring they address the most critical areas for our colleagues and meet strategic and legislative requirements.
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Continuously review and advance the EDI policy, ensuring it is integrated throughout the colleague lifecycle and enhances representation where needed.
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Data-Driven Insights:
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Lead the collection, analysis, and reporting of colleague data to inform and refine our EDI and wellbeing initiatives.
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Monitor and drive improvements in colleague survey results, focusing on EDI and wellbeing metrics.
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Wellbeing Strategy:
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Own and manage the wellbeing strategy across mental and physical health, financial stability, and social wellbeing.
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Collaborate with our Health & Safety team to ensure alignment with legislative standards and clearly defined responsibilities.
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Manage relationships with wellbeing providers, including our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and ensure their services are integrated with our EDI initiatives.
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Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:
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Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including ExCo sponsors, senior leaders, and network groups, to ensure alignment and support for EDI and wellbeing plans.
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Work closely with the Talent Acquisition team to enhance diversity through our external hiring and internal talent development programmes.
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Collaborate with the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) team to contribute to our Calisen Impact report and ensure our EDI and wellbeing initiatives align with broader corporate goals.
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Network Leadership:
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Act as the lead for our network and employee resource groups, fostering collaboration and guiding them to achieve meaningful objectives that support our overall EDI strategy.
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Forge and manage external partnerships that advance our commitments to EDI and wellbeing.
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External Representation:
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Represent Calisen at external events and forums, sharing our experiences and bringing back insights that can enhance our internal strategies.
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Continuous Improvement and Learning:
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Stay at the forefront of EDI and wellbeing developments, benchmarking within our sector and leveraging research from external partners to inform and refine our priorities.
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Create and facilitate learning opportunities to increase the business's capability in EDI matters, working closely with the Talent Development team.
What We're Looking For:
- Demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing impactful EDI and Wellbeing strategies within a large, nationally dispersed organization.
- A proven track record of driving change and building inclusive workplaces where wellness is a core focus.
- Visionary thinking with the ability to translate ideas into actionable, measurable strategies that make a tangible difference.
- Strong ability to manage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior leaders, with experience in EDI and wellbeing.
- A well-networked individual who can bring external insights and best practices into the organization.
- A clear understanding of legislative requirements related to employee demographic data collection and experience in data analysis and reporting.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to persuade, collaborate, and lead with integrity and empathy.
- A resilient and open-minded approach to strategy, with the ability to adapt and evolve plans based on feedback and diverse perspectives.
- CIPD or equivalent qualifications are preferred, though demonstrable career experience in EDI and Wellbeing is more important.
What You Will Receive:
- Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance of 10% of your annual salary.
- 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 days with yearly service + 8 bank holidays + day off on your birthday.
- Company sick pay.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Critical illness cover.
- Life assurance.
- Income protection.
- Pension plan: the company will double your personal contribution into the scheme up to a maximum of 7% of your gross salary.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Business & Accident Insurance.
- Membership to our Vitality Rewards benefits program, where you can enjoy discounts on daily essentials, leisure activities.
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Plan Helpline.