UK DE&I and HR Consultant

The Role

Do you want to be actively involved in shaping a great place to work and positive environment which engages our people, allows them to flourish, and fulfil our strategic ambitions? Are you passionate about driving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and bringing in external best practice? This could be your chance to make a positive difference for our people and businesses and support Shell in the UK ambitions.

As we transition to cleaner forms of energy, the challenge facing Shell and the wider energy industry in the coming decades is considerable. Our Employee and Industrial Relations (ER/IR) Teams have an important role in building a great place to work for our people, enabling them to be their best, which in turns supports Shell to be its best. Our DE&I roles sit within our Employee and Industrial relations teams where you will have plenty of scope, autonomy and support to make a lasting impact.

Where you fit in

You'll be joining a highly engaged team that offers a supportive environment where you will laugh, learn and be challenged every day. This role reports into the UK Head of Employee and Industrial Relations who, in turn, reports into the Vice President HR UK. Other roles in the team include a DE&I Advisor, ER/IR Leads and ER/IR Advisors. This role is the more senior of the two DE&I roles in the team and will lead our UK DE&I agenda.

What’s the role?

This role has responsibility for designing and leading the implementation of projects and interventions across the UK DE&I agenda. As a DE&I and HR consultant you’ll be working to ensure that Shell in the UK as a progressive and inclusive employer of choice. Some example activities you’re likely to do:

• Design, develop and implement specific interventions, solutions or programmes in support of the UK DE&I agenda, with a focus on making Shell a Great Place to Work.

• Develop and oversee the delivery of the Shell in the UK country DE&I plan, identifying priority areas and roles & responsibilities.

• Establish and maintain governance, budget, and oversight for all UK DE&I work.

• Lead on defined DE&I projects.

• Manage and co-ordinate delivery of defined interventions – leading cross-functional and virtual team members where needed.

• Collaborate strategically with Internal Communications to engage employees, enhance the company’s reputation, amplify successes and ensure inclusive internal and external messaging.

• Monitor DE&I data to track progress and provide guidance to create proactive solutions.

• Adhoc support for and broadening opportunities within the wider UK HR team as an HR generalist.

What we need from you?
As a DE&I and HR Consultant you will need to not only role model Shell’s Core Values and inclusion but have a high level of professionalism and personal integrity. You will need to prioritise and manage your time in order to think broadly on the DE&I and project agenda, as well as ensure a focus on operational delivery.

You will also have:

• A clear understanding of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and its impact in the workplace and the ability to articulate and understand the 'why' behind our DE&I approach in a way that is engaging.

• Proactivity and an ability to use your own initiative to generate ideas.

• Experience of influencing a variety of stakeholders and managing multiple projects.

• Collaboration/integrative leadership with other parts of the HR organisation and with our Employee Resource Groups.

• Strong coaching and communication skills including the ability to build relationships with stakeholders at different levels.

• An ability to identify and understand external market trends (economic, political, social) and make the linkages with our UK DE&I agenda.

• A sense of humour and strong sense of teamwork and partnership with others.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that not everyone often applies when they don’t feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply. We look forward to receiving your application.

Company Description

Shell started operations in the United Kingdom more than 110 years ago. Since then, we have grown into a leading innovative Oil & Energy company that rewards its employees by investing heavily in their careers and learning. Our people are our greatest asset, and our commitment to your career will see you thrive in a work environment that offers an industry-leading development programme. When your ideas travel, Shell will benefit, and innovation will thrive. Shell has a key role to play in helping meet the UK’s growing energy demand, whilst using innovative technologies to develop cleaner energy. We are the largest FTSE 100 company in the UK by market capitalisation and make a significant contribution to the UK economy. As well as processing 35% of the gas coming into the UK, we serve more than four million customers at our filling stations each week. Shell employs some 6,400 skilled staff as well as many contractors.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.

• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.

• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

Disclaimer

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Shell/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.