Vacancy ID: 13203

Location: Leicester

School/Division: Human Resources

Vacancy terms: Full-time or job share, permanent

Salary details: Competitive

Advert closes midnight on: 29 May 2026

About the role

We are seeking an exceptional candidate to provide strategic direction and operational leadership for the delivery of our ambitious equity, diversity and inclusion commitments. Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and working closely with the Executive Board EDI Portfolio Holder, the Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion will play a central role in shaping and embedding a culture of equity and inclusion across all aspects of university life. The postholder will be a member of both the University and Human Resources Senior Leadership Teams and will influence decision‑making at the most senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated EDI team and oversee resources and budgets to deliver t...