Manager, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging

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Company Description

Checkout.com is one of the most exciting fintechs in the world. Our mission is to enable businesses and their communities to thrive in the digital economy. We're the strategic payments partner for some of the best known fast-moving brands globally such as Wise, Hut Group, Sony Electronics, Homebase, Henkel, Klarna and many others. Purpose-built with performance and scalability in mind, our flexible cloud-based payments platform helps global enterprises launch new products and create experiences customers love. And it's not just what we build that makes us different. It's how.

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work. That's why we're on the Forbes Cloud 100 list and a Great Place to Work accredited company. And we're just getting started. We're building diverse and inclusive teams around the world - because that's how we create even better experiences for our merchants and our partners. And we need your help. Join us to build the digital economy of tomorrow.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate individual to join our organization as the Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB). This role will be instrumental in fostering a culture that values diversity, ensures equity, promotes inclusion, and fosters a sense of belonging among all our employees. The role will manage and coordinate our community program and manage our 3rd party partners while working closely with our Talent and Business Partner teams, departmentally and regionally, to help deliver strategies, programs and initiatives to help the organization continue to build a diverse workforce.

• To act as the key 'Product Manager' responsible for working with our 'Head of Employee Experience - People Products' to evolve and implement a comprehensive DEIB strategy aligned with our organizational goals and with employee experience at the heart.
• Support and drive initiatives, programs and activities to promote diversity across hiring, retention, and talent management, working closely with partners across the People team, including Engagement, Culture, Talent, Recruiting and Data & Analytics.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and Diversity Champions to integrate DEIB principles into policies, practices, and decision-making processes, continuously gathering feedback along the way.
• Select and manage vendors to provide training and development programs to enhance cultural competency and promote an inclusive workplace.
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to effectively communicate and influence at all levels of the organization and the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with external organizations, community groups, and industry networks to stay current on best practices and foster a diverse talent pipeline.
• Serve as a resource for the People team and employee population, addressing concerns related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Analyze and report on metrics related to DEIB initiatives to track progress towards organizational goals and inform future strategies.
• Act as a visible advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion internally and externally, representing the organization's commitment to these principles in various internal forums.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in a role focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, with a background of delivery and impact.
• In-depth knowledge of DEIB best practices and current industry trends, with a curiosity for learning and gathering market intel internally and externally.
• Strong project and program management skills, with the ability to drive initiatives to conclusion and gain buy-in and engagement along the way,
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated success in implementing and measuring the impact of diversity and inclusion initiatives, with a good understanding and high level of analytical literacy.
• Understanding of legal and compliance considerations related to diversity and inclusion, including being a steward of sensitive information.

Additional Information

Apply without meeting all requirements statement

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use.

Our clients come from all over the world - and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we'll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We'd love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us.

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We'll be happy to support you.

Take a peek inside life at Checkout.com via

• Our Culture video https://youtu.be/BEwnpHuadSw
• Our careers page https://www.checkout.com/careers
• Our LinkedIn Life pages bit.ly/3OaoN1U
• Our Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/checkout_com/