Head of Inclusion and Wellbeing

Apply for the Head of Inclusion and Wellbeing role at Clifford Chance . Job Description The Head of Inclusion and Wellbeing is a senior leadership role within HR, responsible for implementing the Active Inclusion framework and embedding the firm's global wellbeing strategy. This role influences alignment on global priorities and drives implementation across regions, operating effectively in a global matrix structure. The role You will be the subject matter expert on inclusion and wellbeing, providing guidance and direction to embed these principles across the firm. Working in close partnership with the Global Chief People Officer and HR leaders, you will drive inclusion and wellbeing priorities to enhance engagement and performance. Who you will work with You will report to the Global Chief People Officer and work closely with senior Partners, leadership, and affinity networks. You will also collaborate with global HR leadership, broader HR functions, and practice area teams to embed inclusive practices, wellbeing principles, and support mechanisms into the firm’s policies, talent lifecycle processes, and Our Code. What you will be responsible for Inclusion and Wellbeing Delivery Deliver the firm's Active Inclusion framework to embed equal access to opportunities into people processes firm‑wide. Embed and deliver initiatives to support the employee wellbeing strategy across jurisdictions and business functions. Act as an advisor, enabler and implementation lead, providing expert guidance to senior leaders, Partners, HR and other teams on inclusion and wellbeing issues. Ensure inclusion and wellbeing are embedded throughout the employee lifecycle, partnering with L&D to provide necessary training. Manage initiatives across the wellbeing strategy – mental, emotional, physical, financial, and social wellbeing. Lead response to high‑stress environments relevant to the firm and the legal industry. Work with affinity networks to ensure strategic alignment, regional relevance, compliance and best‑practice sharing. Manage external partnerships and represent the firm’s inclusion agenda in client and market‑facing forums as required. Data Insights and Reporting Oversee global tracking and reporting of key metrics, produce insights for leadership, and guide data‑driven decisions with HR analytics and platforms such as Workday. Define and embed a framework that drives real wellbeing outcomes aligned with the firm's Code. Use data insights and policy audits to ensure legal compliance, inclusive language and consistent global implementation. Engagement Lead and support the delivery of the firm's global People Survey, managing cross‑functional coordination, design, testing and execution. Analyse survey findings to develop and implement global and regional action plans. Act as an advisor to the firm's recognised global networks and encourage collaboration aligned with strategic goals. Navigate local, legal and cultural contexts for inclusion and wellbeing compliance. Ensure programs are locally relevant while maintaining global consistency. Manage partnerships with external advisors as needed. Collaborate across the firm globally to embed inclusion and wellbeing. Leadership and Collaboration Provide leadership and line management to the inclusion and wellbeing team. Work closely with global and regional leaders, HR Business Partners and practice area management. Act as a visible and authentic role model, demonstrating integrity and accountability. Qualifications Your experience Skills Lead firm‑wide cultural change with patience, persistence and measurable impact. Leverage data and key metrics to monitor progress, identify barriers and drive evidence‑based improvements. Communicate and present effectively, with strong influencing and leadership skills. Experience Strategic advisor and implementation leader with a track record of influencing senior stakeholders. Experience in inclusion, wellbeing or HR, ideally in a high‑performance, legal or professional services environment. Proven cross‑global team and partnership experience. Experience delivering global frameworks with sensitivity to local cultures and compliance. Knowledge Deep knowledge of global inclusion and wellbeing best practices, frameworks and emerging trends. Knowledge of employment law, compliance and risk management across jurisdictions. Knowledge of organisational psychology and wellbeing frameworks. Awareness of cultural differences and inclusive language frameworks. Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday) and data analytics tools. How we will support you From your first day, you will have varied opportunities to grow and develop through formal training, informal coaching and mentoring, technical training and on‑the‑job learning. Additional Information What we offer including our broad range of benefits and working environment We provide a broad range of benefits covering financial, wellbeing, lifestyle and family‑friendly aspects to support you across many facets of personal and professional life. Equal opportunities At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team, their families, the firm and society. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of gender identity, marital status, race, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. This applies to recruitment, selection, terms and conditions, pay, promotion, training, transfer and all other aspects of employment. We have a variety of flourishing employee networks that advocate for change. Our goal is to deliver equality of opportunity, aspiration and experience to everyone who works in our firm. Find out more about our inclusive culture here. Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Human Resources Legal Services Location Willebroek, Flemish Region, Belgium Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium #J-18808-Ljbffr