Americas Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Lead Job at Gallagher, Rolling Meadows, IL

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  • Gallagher
  • Rolling Meadows, IL

Job Description



Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless pursuit of excellence. As part of our team, you'll be the architect of protection, safeguarding businesses and empowering their ambitions. Together, we'll build a legacy of trust and triumph in the dynamic world of risk management.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that you’re close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

Overview

As an Americas Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Lead at Arthur J. Gallagher, you would be responsible for driving and implementing the inclusion and diversity strategies across the Americas region and aligned with the Company’s overall vision. Your role would involve collaborating with various stakeholders to foster an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and promotes equity. Below is a potential job description for this position:

How you'll make an impact

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategy Development and Implementation:
    • Develop and execute the I&D strategy for the US & Americas region in alignment with global I&D objectives in partnership with the Global Director of Inclusion & Diversity
    • Identify and implement initiatives that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, aligned to Gallagher’s pillars of Culture, Talent, and Community
    • Continually review inclusion, diversity and employee experience emerging developments, trends and best practices, identifying strengths, gaps and opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Collaborate with senior leadership, HR, and business units to integrate I&D principles into business practices.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert and advisor on I&D matters to various stakeholders.
    • Partner with our Gallagher Connect Partner (GCP) team to align our division strategy to the GCP strategy and the Global Director of I&D in alignment with our Global I&D priorities
    • Represent GGB Americas in Global Governance Meetings to provide updates on progress against Divisional Goals and priorities
  • Program Management:
    • Design and manage programs and initiatives that support diversity recruitment, retention, Education, and advancement.
    • Oversee regional I&D committees and various diversity initiative groups throughout the Division.
  • Training and Development:
    • Partner with our Learning and Development team to deliver training programs to educate employees on I&D topics, including unconscious bias, cultural competency, and inclusive leadership in partnership with L&D and Global I&D Leadership
    • Facilitate workshops and discussions to promote awareness and understanding of I&D issues.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting:
    • Analyze diversity metrics and trends to assess the effectiveness of I&D initiatives.
    • Prepare and present reports on I&D progress and outcomes to leadership and stakeholders.
    • Work with the data and analytics team to build dashboards and leadership reports measuring I&D effectiveness.
  • External Partnerships:
    • Build and maintain relationships with external organizations and networks to enhance Gallagher's I&D efforts aligned with Corporate partnerships/sponsorships
    • Represent Gallagher at industry events and forums related to inclusion and diversity.
  • Compliance and Best Practices:
    • Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to diversity and inclusion.
    • Stay informed of industry best practices and emerging trends in I&D.
About You

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 7 years of related experience
  • Proven experience in leading inclusion and diversity initiatives within a large organization, preferably in a financial services industry.
  • Strong understanding of I&D principles, practices, and legal requirements.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Experience with data analysis and reporting related to I&D metrics.

Personal Attributes:

  • Passionate about fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
  • Collaborative and able to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Culturally aware and sensitive to diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

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Compensation and benefits

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. 

Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

  • Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
  • Life and accident insurance
  • 401(K) and Roth options
  • Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

  • Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
  • Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
  • Training programs
  • Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
  • Charitable matching gift program
  • And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

Click Here to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements and Pay Disclosure Statement

Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

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