Head of Workforce EDI

About the Team

At the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), we are committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in everything we do. We aim to transform our culture, strengthen leadership, and improve regulatory outcomes by ensuring EDI is at our core.

About the role

We are looking for a Head of Workforce EDI to lead our workforce equality strategy, ensuring inclusivity across all aspects of NMC. You will shape and deliver our 2025/26 EDI Plan, laying the foundation for long-term transformation.

This role requires strategic leadership, collaboration, coaching, and the ability to challenge biases to drive meaningful change. You will work closely with senior leaders, the Head of Regulatory EDI, and the People and Culture team to align EDI priorities with our organisational strategy.

If you are a proactive EDI leader passionate about creating a fair and inclusive workplace, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of an ambitious EDI Plan aligned with NMC's strategy.
• Use data and insights to drive evidence-based decision-making and interventions.
• Advise senior leadership, including the Council and Executive Board, on EDI matters.
• Drive workforce EDI initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Collaborate with the People and Culture team to embed EDI into workplace culture.
• Analyse trends in employee relations to address disparities and promote learning.
• Support employee networks, trade unions, and external stakeholders to amplify voices and drive impactful initiatives.
• Lead and develop the Workforce EDI team, fostering a psychologically safe and high-performing environment.
• Ensure compliance with the Equality Act 2010 and Public Sector Equality Duty.

About You

You have experience advising senior stakeholders on EDI strategy and compliance, with a proven track record of developing and implementing impactful initiatives. Your strong strategic thinking and analytical skills enable you to influence diverse audiences effectively. As a leader, you excel in fostering inclusive, high-performing teams and have the ability to coach, challenge, and support colleagues in embedding EDI into their work. Your strong interpersonal skills allow you to navigate sensitive topics with compassion and discretion, while your ability to prioritise, adapt, and manage competing demands ensures effective decision-making in a dynamic environment.