Consultant, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

If you’re passionate about becoming a Nationwide associate and believe you have the potential to be something great, let’s talk. At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This hybrid Columbus, Ohio based role is compensation grade G4.

Successful Candidates Will Have The Following

Prior formal DEI experience in a corporate environment (required)Project Management experience preferred.Ability to craft strong concise impact communications. Commitment to continuous learning individually (professional skills, but also around DEI related trends, data findings, research, and inclusive language/communications), but also from othersResilienceThrives in a fast-paced work environment. Travel Required (Estimated: 20% over the year with some evening and weekend commitments as well) Excellent written and oral communicationsStrong collaboration skills FlexibilityA tenacious, self-driven leader with strong project and time management skills Passionately neutral in their passion for DEI work (not overly passionate about one or few aspects of DEIB, but holds space and fairness for all)

Job Description Summary

Nationwide’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects who we are and how we do business. Are you ready to continue building a culture where every voice is heard and every voice matters? If you are committed to an inclusive workplace because it’s the right and smart way to be, we want to hear from you! We know that as the marketplace continues to evolve, our diversity will be essential in allowing us to understand our customers, attract and retain top talent and spark innovation.

As a Consultant, you'll ensure the incorporation and implementation of the DE&I strategies with alignment between business drivers and financial implications, value mapping and competitive edge and scenario planning and testing of strategies. You'll collect and present external DE&I industry data; providing research and analysis of practices with internal DE&I organizational results, to make recommendations for strategy planning.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Implements the DE&I corporate strategy, which includes all programming, sponsorships, events, awards and reputational survey submissions, learning plans, and advising on tools and resources needed to enhance capabilities and behaviors across the company Leads the design and implementation of programs that support DE&I communication and education initiatives.Maintains external strategic partnerships and associated relationships.Collects and presents program results and analysis, external industry data analyses to inform strategy planning and build execution plans.Leads invoice tracking and payment for financial forecasting, including registration of suppliers in the payment system.Builds, manages and improves partnerships internally with Human Resources and business units to provide consultation on strategies that support our corporate DE&I strategy and business objectives.Provides research and analyses of optimal practices and benchmarking.Serves as a subject matter professional on DE&I matters.Continuously participates in professional development opportunities to gain further understanding of DE&I to remain abreast of emerging trends/issues, ideas and standard methodologies.

May Perform Other Responsibilities As Assigned.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Associate Vice President, DE&I – Human Resources. This is an individual contributor role.

Typical Skills And Experiences

Education: Undergraduate degree in human resources, marketing, multicultural studies, business administration or related field.

License/Certification/Designation: Professional certifications like the Certified Professional - Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional – Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM-SCP) is a plus.

Experience: Typically, eight or more years demonstrated experience in human resources, community relations, project management, strategy, operations or marketing preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: The ability to function in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects at the same time. Prefer familiarity with corporate DE&I strategies. Excellent verbal and written communication skills for contact with upper management. Proven advanced analytical skills.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and HR Business Partner.

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Job Conditions

Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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