Job Description

NPL is the UK's National Metrology Institute. Our role is to research, create and deliver the measurement infrastructure, which underpins the UK's prosperity and quality of life across many fields of industry. If you have diversity and inclusion experience and the drive to make a positive difference for people at work, this Diversity and Inclusion Specialist role may be the next career step for you.



In this varied and busy role, you will work across the full breadth of our diversity and inclusion portfolio, managing and implementing projects and activities across a range of areas to deliver our Diversity and Inclusion strategy. While there are some projects you will work on collaboratively with the D&I Partner, others you will lead independently.



You will work closely with our staff led special interest groups, providing expert support to the leads to progress diversity and inclusion initiatives, while also working to support the wider business to take appropriate action in line with our D&I strategy. Awareness raising and education are key components of this role, you will play a central role in this managing and developing our Diversity and Inclusion SharePoint site and leading on our programme of events and communications.



To give you a taste of the role, if you were on board already you would be:


Forging strong relationships with our staff led special interest groups, allowing you to access representative voices to inform your work across a range of projects from continual improvements to strategic priorities. Leading on the planning and delivery of targeted D&I engagement activities and communications related to a range of diversity and inclusion topics, including celebration days like National Inclusion Week.
Working collaboratively with the D&I Partner to monitor both qualitative and quantitative information to assess progress against D&I strategy and to deliver against agreed accreditation's.


To succeed in this position, you should:


Have experience working on diversity and inclusion projects Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Have experience of designing and developing SharePoint sites and associated resources Be able to demonstrate strong project management and delivery skills Have an aptitude for innovative thinking and finding creative solutions Demonstrate the ability to understand situations from different perspectives and act with empathy.

NPL offers competitive rewards and benefits. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to creative a positive work-life balance. Please see our careers website for more information.



Our work sets us apart. Our differences bring us together. Be part of something amazing.



Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.

We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process. To work at NPL, you will need to obtain BPSS security clearance.

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK. Find out more about what it is like working here - The measure of us - Overview.



NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme.



At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we ensure we're creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome. More about this on our Diversity & Inclusion page.



We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of rewards, benefits and recognition. Our values are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we're always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please contact us.