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Senior Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Officer
 Belfast, Cardiff or Edinburgh Office or Remote (UK)

Job details

Salary

£40,031 to £42,033 per annum.

Contractual hours

36

Basis

Full Time

Package

Outstanding benefits including Civil Service Pension Scheme, flexible working, 28+ days holiday, performance-related pay and more.

Job category/type

Human Resources

Job description

A £312 tax-free working from home allowance is also payable annually.

Location: Belfast, Cardiff or Edinburgh (Hybrid – minimum 2 days in office) or Remote (UK). We welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements and adjustments to support your needs.

Benefits: We offer a range of benefits including Civil Service Pension Scheme, flexible working, 28+ days holiday and much more.

About the Electoral Commission

The Electoral Commission is the UK’s independent body overseeing elections and regulating political finance. Everything we do is to help people trust, value and take part in elections.

As we enter a bold new chapter under our five-year Corporate Plan, we are increasing our workforce and transforming how we plan and deliver core services. This role plays an integral part in that journey.

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Senior EDI Officer to help drive our inclusion programme across the Commission. This role will focus on identifying and removing barriers to participation, supporting a diverse workforce, and embedding inclusive practices that create equitable outcomes for all.

You will:

• Support the design and delivery of EDI models, tools and frameworks
• Provide expert advice and practical support to senior leaders and project teams
• Lead and coordinate EDI projects and Equality Impact Assessments
• Develop and deliver inclusive training and resources
• Analyse workforce and equality data to inform evidence-based decisions

Your work will help shape policy, influence organisational culture, and ensure our services are accessible and inclusive.

About the team

You will join a collaborative and supportive team that champions inclusion across the organisation. We work closely with HR, policy teams, programme leads and staff networks to embed best practice and create a culture where everyone can thrive.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who combines EDI expertise with strong communication and relationship-building skills. You’ll be confident working with data, advising stakeholders, and delivering practical solutions that make a real difference.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Experience managing complex cross‑organisational projects.
• Experience supporting and coordinating EDI initiatives and contributing to policy or strategy development
• Ability to influence and persuade through evidence-based recommendations and collaborative engagement
• Confident in working with data and turning findings into practical recommendations
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to create clear, accessible and engaging reports and learning materials for diverse audiences

Why work for us?

Inclusion is central to our work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We offer flexible working, professional development, and the chance to shape democracy. This role provides meaningful impact, exposure to high-profile projects, and opportunities to grow in a supportive environment.

 We offer a strong reward package, including:

• Flexible working, home working and hybrid model (40% office minimum)
• 28 rising to 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)
• Study support for professional qualifications
• We support career development for everyone, regardless of background or experience
• Cycle to Work scheme, eye care vouchers and more

How to apply

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. If you need the application in an alternative format or support during the process, please let us know.  Applications may be submitted in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

To help reduce unconscious bias and ensure all applicants are assessed solely on their skills, knowledge and experience, we use an anonymous recruitment process.

When applying, please provide an anonymised CV which does not include any personally identifiable information or details about your protected characteristics:

Do not include:

• Your name, address, phone number, email or other contact details
• Your date of birth or age
• Gender, ethnicity, nationality or other personal identifiers
• A photo of yourself
• Remove educational dates as these are a clear indication of your age
• There is no requirement to include your primary education details.

Do include:

• Your employment history including employers and dates of employment
• Explanation for gaps in your history
• We’re most interested in understanding the experience, skills and strengths you’ve developed throughout your career journey.

If your CV contains personal details (such as your name or contact information), we will be unable to consider your application. Please double-check your documents before submitting, including the file name you use to save and upload your CV.

Supporting disabled applicants

The Electoral Commission is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. As part of this commitment, we aim to prioritise interviews for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the job description.

There may, however, be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. For example, during periods of high application volumes or seasonal recruitment activity, the Commission may need to limit the overall number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled applicants.

If you have a disability and would like to be considered under this commitment, please indicate this when you apply. Please remember to ask for any adjustments that might help you during the recruitment process and if successful, within the workplace.

Key dates

• Application deadline: 25th Jan 2026 (23:59)
• Shortlisting: Week commencing 26th Jan 2026
• Interviews (1st stage): Week commencing 23rd Feb 2026
• Interviews (2nd stage): TBC
• Anticipated start date: May 2026 (TBC)

Interviews will be conducted virtually via Microsoft Teams.