Director Of Diversity And Inclusion

Calibrate has been retained by an Am Law 100 firm with more than 1,000 attorneys in 21 offices throughout Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the U.S., to recruit for a Director of Diversity & Inclusion to join in their New York, NY or Washington, DC office. Reporting to the Chief Talent Officer, the Director will develop and implement strategic initiatives supporting the firm's D&I plans, including leading and supporting the firm’s affinity groups, implementation of D&I-focused programming, and promoting the firm’s brand both internally and externally as a diverse and inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• In partnership with the Business Development and Communications teams, developing and delivering internal and external communications about D&I;
• Managing and providing direction to the Diversity & Inclusion team; and
• Collaborating with the Talent Development and Talent Acquisition teams to deliver a strategic approach to diversity recruiting and retention.
• Aligning the Firm’s diversity and inclusion strategy and resources with the Firm’s business and growth objectives;
• Providing guidance on best practices and trends in support of the firm's diversity and inclusion initiatives, projects, and strategic goals for lawyers and business professionals;

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree; an advanced degree is preferred. Candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of diversity and inclusion experience, ideally in a law firm or professional services organization. We will be seeking candidates who have demonstrated success in developing cutting edge strategies and driving process improvements with regard to D&I issues in the workplace. The Director will be a leader with executive presence who can inspire confidence and earn trust quickly. As a multi-cultural firm, the Firm is committed to ensuring that diversity and equality are a cornerstone of their workplace and communities. They are committed to fostering an environment in which they listen, hear, and care for each other. Candidates who also value these qualities will be highly desired.

To express interest in this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest to Catherine Dapra at [email protected] no later than October 6th, 2023.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability. The salary range that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $350,00 and a $450,000 annually. The actual base salary may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.