Corporate Programme Lead (Talent & Inclusion)

Corporate Programme Lead (Talent & Inclusion

Hours:  35 hours per week 

Salary: Circa £45,000 + 7% pension contribution 

Location: Hybrid: c.2 days in office (Bishopsgate, London)

Reports to:  CEO

Are you:

·       Passionate about social justice and committed to making a tangible difference in society? Specifically creating a more equitable future workforce.

·       Do you thrive in a corporate environment and have a knack for building meaningful client relationships and enjoy being in a hands-on role?

If so, you might be the perfect fit for our team.

At The Brokerage, we believe the professional workforce should reflect the diversity of our society. We're looking for a Corporate Programme Lead (Talent & Inclusion) who shares this vision and is eager to help us achieve it.

You have exceptional commercial awareness, understanding of talent and inclusion in the corporate context and an aptitude for developing clear value propositions. You're proactive, hands-on, and driven to deliver real value to clients. If you’re curious, skilled, and ready to take on a role where you can make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

This is an opportunity to design and lead your own impactful programme that directly contributes to our ambitious goal of achieving 10,000 professional career starts by 2030. Be a part of our mission to transform the professional landscape into a more inclusive and equitable space.

About The Brokerage

The Brokerage is an award-winning, social mobility charity. For 27 years we have supported over 87k working class  young people to fulfil their potential through improved awareness and access to professional career opportunities.  Together with our talented young people and top UK companies we are breaking down barriers to a more diverse and talented workforce.

Our mission is twofold - to empower working-class and ethnically diverse young people (16-25) to recognise their strengths, gain skills, and access opportunities to reach their career potential. We are also building an alliance with forward-thinking employers to support them in accessing and retaining this talent. Together, we develop an inclusive and equitable workforce, one that authentically mirrors the rich diversity of our society.

 

The Team

 

The Brokerage is a growing organisation, embarking on a renewed journey that will see us work with our young people and partners in a deeper and more impactful way.

 

We are an interconnected, diverse, mission-led team that truly lives our values. As such, we are bold and dynamic in our approach to our work whilst fostering a trust-based environment that provides freedom, flexibility and autonomy. We take a people-centred approach when it comes to our team, young people and corporate partners and we make decisions and develop programmes that are insight-led. 

 

Role Purpose:

 

The Corporate Programme Lead (Talent & Inclusion) will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of our corporate services function, working closely with the Placements and Partnerships teams at The Brokerage, reporting to the CEO.  This role focuses on supporting employers to adopt equitable and inclusive practices, enhancing recruitment, retention, and progression of early career talent from underrepresented backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of Employer Programmes at the intersection of social mobility, ethnic diversity, early careers and equitable recruitment and retention.
• Drive the Corporate Talent Alliance, building a programme of activities, resources and support to achieve our mission
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with corporate partners serving as a trusted advisor, providing guidance and ensuring they are supported in implementing best practices.

• Facilitate the delivery of learning experiences and events such as Social Mobility 101, Experiential Workshops, Employer Roundtables and Reverse Mentoring, working in collaboration with our Young Leaders, where relevant. 
• Conduct regular evaluations and audits (e.g., Changemaker Framework Audits) to assess the impact of employer programmes and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop communications to promote the Employer Programme and its impact to stakeholders.
• Prepare and present reports on programme performance to stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of industry/ future of work trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to enhance programme delivery
• Knowledge and insights sharing across organisational teams, ensuring our services deliver on client needs

Drive innovation in programme design and delivery, ensuring The Brokerage remains a leader in supporting social mobility and diverse talent.

Person Specification:

Essential:

• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain strategic partnerships.
• Proven experience in programme management, within the context of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Strong understanding of corporate HR practices, particularly in recruitment and retention.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experienced in developing value-based services
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in programme evaluation and impact measurement.
• Commitment to the values and mission of The Brokerage.

 

Desirable:

·       Experience working with young people from underrepresented backgrounds.

·       Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).

 

If you think that you are the right candidate for this role but don’t quite meet 100% of the criteria, be bold, apply anyway!

Other benefits: 

• 25 days’ paid annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• 2 days’ paid volunteering leave; 2 days Wellness Days; and Birthday Leave 
• Season ticket loan, EAP and a range of other staff benefits
• A collaborative, diverse, mission led team that works within a flexible, trust-based environment
• Serviced offices with a view of London from the 18th Floor.

 

How to apply: 

Please complete the application form and upload your CV to the link.

Closing date: Monday 23rd September 2024 at 12 noon. 

Please note interviews will be taking place on a rolling basis and vacancies may be filled prior to the closing date if we find the right candidate.

Interview process: We will conduct a two stage interview process that will include competency and scenario based questions, alongside practical skills based assessments. 

Hiring manager: Aisha Lysejko

If you would like to find out more about this role, please get in touch!

The Brokerage is committed to providing equal opportunities to prospective and current employees. It is the policy of The Brokerage to ensure that access to employment, training and career progression is determined solely by the application of objective and legitimate criteria and individual merit. If you require specific adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will do our best to support you.