Emesa Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Senior Director Milano

Emesa Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Senior Director
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

Locations: London | München | Paris | Madrid | Milano

Who We Are BCG pioneered strategy consulting more than 50 years ago, and we continue to innovate and redefine the industry. We offer multiple career paths for the world's best talent to have a real impact on business and society. As part of our team, you will benefit from the breadth and diversity of what we are doing today and where we are headed next. We count on your authenticity, exceptional work, and strong integrity. In return we are committed to supporting you in discovering the most fulfilling career journey possible and unlocking your potential to advance the world. Our team called Global Services (GS) provides corporate support to business areas such as Finance, Legal, HR, Marketing, and IT. This diverse team of experts, operators, and specialists represent all levels from Partner to entry-level staff, operating across the globe in multiple countries. Global Services is in short, the backbone of BCG.

What You'll Do BCG's largest region, EMESA, spans 35+ countries in Europe, Middle East, Africa, and South America, organized in geographic Systems with more than 12, 000+ employees. We are seeking an EMESA Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Senior Director (EMESA DEI Sr. Director) responsible for the leadership and management of DEI in the EMESA region. Oversees the direction of DEI strategy, processes, and practices for EMESA, reporting into EMESA People Chair and EMESA CHRO. Leading the dialog with the Systems, supporting them in development and delivery of programs and efforts focused on the recruitment, development, and retention of diverse staff across all levels of seniority as well as running some programs on the regional level.

What You'll Bring A university degree or equivalent in social sciences, business, or a related field, as well as extensive experience across people topics including DEI. 8+ years of relevant work experience in DEI and/or People topics (ideally with 3+ years in DEI), including leadership in a professional services environment and a proven track record in a management position, leading cross-functional teams, and solving complex problems for business functions with significant business impact. Background in consulting roles as a plus. Fluency in English and ideally one more EMESA language with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Advanced communication skills: oral, written, and active listening (including senior leadership presentations/meetings). Familiarity with navigating across BCG's geographical structures, especially within EMESA, and experience working with various functions and with people at all organizational levels by setting up positive, productive, and lasting working relationships. Ideally, the candidate is proven to effectively manage MDPs (Managing Director and Partner) as major stakeholders and knows the challenges of our business. Empathy and inspiration in the leadership with experience in DEI, especially in the consulting team environment, but with a broader understanding of the needs of all ONE BCG groups. The candidate is known for trustworthiness and gravitas, can communicate at an equal level with senior leaders of the firm, and adapt leadership style to communicate also tough decisions. Highest level of integrity. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, knowing how and when to prioritize top-level concerns while remembering to plan for future issues. Strong analytical and conceptual skills, along with the ability to package complex topics. Balance in control and delegation; you are available and approachable. Proven power to build effective teams and processes and plan for future resource needs. Who You'll Work With BCG's HR team works to attract, develop, excite, deploy, and retain the best people in the market. Those in human resources jobs manage the life cycle of all BCG employees—from hiring top talent and developing their skills to rewarding their contributions and supporting career progression and mobility.

Additional info Additional locations in EMESA are subject to further approval.

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