Head of Diversity & Inclusion

MAG (Airports Group)

. Develop, evolve and deliver a comprehensive EDI strategy aligned with MAG’s business and People priorities .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeManchester • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and delivering EDI strategies and initiatives, with a strong understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and relevant UK legislation. Capable of building trusted relationships and influencing stakeholders at all levels while utilizing analytical skills to guide decision-making.

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EDI Strategy DevelopmentEquity, Diversity, and Inclusion PrinciplesStakeholder EngagementAnalytical SkillsCollaborative Leadership

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Hard Skills

EDI Strategy DevelopmentProgram DeliveryPolicy ReviewData AnalysisProject Management

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsConstructive ChallengeAdaptabilityCommunication Skills

Industry Keywords

UK Equality LegislationOrganisational ChangeAviationTransportCorporate Social Responsibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, evolve and deliver a comprehensive EDI strategy aligned with MAG’s business and People priorities
Provide progress updates to senior leadership forums, including the Executive Committee and Senior Leadership Team
Advise and constructively challenge leaders and stakeholders on decisions, practices and activity affecting inclusion
Review and contribute to policies and working practices supporting MAG’s EDI commitments and relevant territories
Identify barriers to equity and inclusion and coordinate practical, sustainable solutions
Work with Talent Development colleagues to shape EDI learning for colleagues and leaders
Deliver EDI learning and facilitate conversations at all organisational levels, including with senior leaders
Develop measures and reporting on the effectiveness of EDI initiatives, policies and activity
Improve the quality and use of colleague EDI data and turn insight into priorities and decisions
Build relationships with external partners, community organisations, sustainability and corporate social responsibility teams
Represent MAG at external events, conferences and forums
Partner with Colleague Communities to incorporate colleague perspectives into priorities and positive change
Work with Colleague Communities, Chaplaincy and Communications teams to deliver EDI events and communications
Maintain current knowledge through external networks, research and developments in EDI practice and legislation
Lead and support an EDI Specialist, enabling clarity, connection and strong performance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience leading EDI or wider People initiatives within a large or complex organisation
Strong understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion principles, relevant UK equality legislation and evolving good practice
Experience developing and delivering EDI strategies, programmes or organisational change
Ability to build trusted relationships and influence people at every level, including senior leaders
Confidence presenting complex or sensitive subjects clearly, thoughtfully and with practical recommendations
Strong analytical skills and ability to use qualitative and quantitative insight to guide decisions
Experience managing several priorities, projects and stakeholder groups simultaneously
Collaborative leadership style that welcomes different perspectives and creates space for others to contribute
Sound judgement, integrity and confidence to offer respectful, constructive challenge
Ability to adapt approach while maintaining clear direction and focus
Experience within aviation, transport or another operationally complex environment would be useful, but is not essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus scheme
10% company pension contribution
Car allowance
Private medical scheme
25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Free parking
Subsidised public transport
A wide range of company discounts
Two volunteering days each year
Free 24/7 Virtual GP service
Care Concierge service