Head of Diversity and Inclusion

This is an opportunity to shape how inclusion works across one of the UK’s oldest and largest housing associations – for our colleagues and for residents.

Peabody provides homes and services to a diverse range of people and communities. We want that diversity to be understood and reflected in the decisions we make, the services we provide and the experience of working here.

As our Head of Diversity and Inclusion, you’ll help us make that happen.

The role

You’ll lead the delivery of Peabody’s Inclusion Strategy, working closely with senior leaders and teams across the organisation to turn our commitments into action.

Your influence will reach well beyond our workplace. You’ll look at the experience of our colleagues and residents, using evidence and insight to understand where we are doing well, where outcomes differ and where we need to improve.

You’ll advise and challenge senior leaders, strengthen accountability and help teams build inclusion into the way they make decisions and deliver services.

You’ll also lead our specialist Diversity and Inclusion team and work closely with colleague networks, residents and external partners.

This is a senior role with the opportunity to shape thinking across Peabody and help us make demonstrable progress.

About you

You’ll have substantial experience of leading diversity, inclusion or equality work in a large or complex organisation, and a track record of turning strategy into practical change.

You’ll be comfortable working with senior leaders, providing constructive challenge and building support for action. You’ll understand how data and evidence can reveal different experiences and outcomes, and how to use that insight to decide where attention is needed.

You’ll also bring a strong understanding of equality legislation, governance and current practice.

Above all, you’ll be interested in how organisations work: how decisions are made, how services affect different people and what it takes to make lasting improvements.

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
• Two additional paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
• 4 x salary life assurance
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Professional development and opportunities to broaden your experience

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Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

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Peabody does not provide sponsorship as a licensed UK employer.

This advert will close on Monday 7th September 2026. However, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Our Assessment Process

Our fair, inclusive and transparent recruitment process includes an in-person Interview as well as a follow-on session of meeting the diversity network leads. This will be held at our Westminster Bridge Road office on Thursday 24th September 2026.

If you have any questions about this role, please email Talent Specialist, Ryan Loasby at ryan.loasby@peabody.org.uk