EDI Advisor, Inclusive Culture

Are you an experienced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion professional looking to make a meaningful impact? Join the People Department at the University of Oxford to make a difference within a globally renowned institution.

Location: 4 Worcester Street, Oxford, OX1 2BX
Salary: Grade 8, £49,119 - £58,265 per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract: Full time (0.8 FTE considered), Fixed Term Contract (1 year with the possibility of extension)

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the "city of dreaming spires", the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

The Equality and Diversity Unit (EDU), part of the People Department, provides expert advice and practical support on equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) matters across the University.

About the Role

Working within the Equality and Diversity Unit, you will lead the University's programme of work to prevent and respond to bullying and harassment, helping to create collaborative and inclusive environments where staff and students can thrive.

You will develop evidence-informed policy, guidance, training and interventions that strengthen organisational culture, build confidence in reporting, and support departments to prevent and respond effectively to bullying and harassment. Working closely with the Chief Diversity Officer, People Leadership Team, academic divisions, professional services and external partners, you will influence practice across the collegiate University and contribute to the University's wider agenda to embed inclusion, belonging and respect.

About You

We're looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Significant experience leading EDI initiatives that have delivered measurable organisational or cultural change within a large, complex organisation.
• Excellent knowledge of the Equality Act 2010 and its practical application to organisational policy and practice.
• Experience of developing evidence-informed approaches to preventing and responding to bullying and harassment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including influencing senior leaders and building effective collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex issues to a range of audiences.
• Experience using qualitative and quantitative data to inform policy, priorities and organisational improvement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a complex environment.
• An understanding of the challenges and opportunities of delivering cultural change within a large institution.

Sponsorship and Right To Work

This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. The University will meet the cost of the Skilled Worker visa and NHS surcharge for applicants that require a visa.

Please let us know in your application if you require sponsorship.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 3 August 2026.

Interviews will likely take place on 10 August or 13 August 2026 and will be held face to face in Oxford.

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