Head of Inclusion and Diversity

Your Impact 

• We’re looking for a senior leader to drive Leonardo’s Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) strategy across all our UK sites and share best practices across the Leonardo Group. This is a strategic role with real impact, helping us create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported. 

• Leonardo has strong foundations in I&D, with committed leaders, established programmes, and external partnerships. Your role will take us to the next level, turning strategy into action and ensuring we attract, retain, and develop a diverse workforce. 

• You will be able to influence at a senior level, inspire others to follow their lead, and manage multiple projects simultaneously across the four strategic focus areas of Attraction Recruitment, Developing, Nurturing & inclusive culture, Influence & Industry. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, both internally and with external partners who support delivery of the strategy. 

What You’ll Do 

• Lead the implementation of the UK I&D strategy and influence senior leaders to champion inclusion. 

• Act as the I&D subject matter expert, advising leaders and employees. 

• Partner with Talent Attraction and external providers to attract diverse talent and ensure a fair and inclusive selection process 

• Oversee inclusion programmes and partnerships, ensuring they deliver measurable impact. 

• Work with Learning & Development and Wellbeing teams to embed inclusive practices and deliver training. 

• Manage a yearly budget to support the development of I&D programmes and activations across the U.K. 

• Support employee network groups and raise awareness of inclusion topics. 

• Manage the annual I&D calendar and communications internally and externally. 

• Engage with external bodies to stay aligned with best practice and industry developments. 

• Collaborate internationally, adapting to different cultures and ways of working. 

What you'll bring

• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills at senior level. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with an inclusive mindset. 

• Deep knowledge of I&D best practice and relevant legislation. 

• Ability to implement complex strategies in large or matrixed organisations. 

• Cultural awareness and understanding of global inclusion issues. 

• Proven ability to inspire, lead, and build trusted relationships. 

• High emotional intelligence and sound judgement.