Inclusion, Diversity - Brisbane, Australia - Ashurst LLP

Ashurst LLP
Ashurst LLP
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About Ashurst:

Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years.

We are proud of our history and are future-focused, having expanded into new technologies through our NewLaw division, Ashurst Advance, and our consulting arm.

Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing excellent standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law.

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The Opportunity:


We have an exciting opportunity available for an Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging (IDB) Consultant to join our People & Culture team in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane on a permanent basis.

Fostering an inclusive culture is key to Ashurst's vision of being the most progressive global law firm.

Inclusion, diversity and belonging are at the core of our business strategy and we have adopted the goal of 'placing diversity at the heart of everything we do'.


As the IDB Consultant you will support the development and embedding of the firm's Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging strategy across the global network, with a delivery focus on the APAC region.

Some of your main responsibilities will be;

  • Oversee a number of the firm's established IDB programmes.
  • Provide strategic direction to the IDB networks and chairs to ensure they are creating impact and meeting their objectives.
  • Communicate progress on IDB with internal and external stakeholders
  • Support scheduling and delivery of successful IDB client events, including promotion and driving attendance through relevant communication forums, liaising with Business Development and the events team as well as undertaking any follow up action after the event.
  • Lead the delivery of IDB benchmark reporting in the APAC region as determined each year (including WGEA reporting and AWEI benchmarking).
More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site.


About you:


  • Demonstrated experience driving Inclusion, Diversity and Belonging outcomes. This could be in an IDB role, or through adjacent experience.
  • Track record in the delivery of change initiatives and process improvements in a customer focused environment.
  • Strong organisational and project management skills, with sound judgment which provide for and encourage solutions.
  • Confident and approachable, including being able to negotiate or influence stakeholders.
  • Discrete, diplomatic and completely confidential with colleague and client information.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?
We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

  • competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
- flexible working; where we can, let's make work, work for you;
- complimentary gym memberships;
- corporate health plans;
- a global professional development offering for all employees; and
- an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.


We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence.

It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

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