Manager, Diversity & Inclusion (D&I)

About Davies

Davies is a top-tier Canadian law firm focused on high-stakes matters. With offices in Montréal, Toronto and New York, we are consistently at the centre of the most challenging deals and cases in Canada and abroad.

A position at Davies is more than just a job. When you join the firm, you will be welcomed by a team that places as much emphasis on supporting its people as it does on serving its prestigious clients. As such, we have created a collaborative environment where team members of all backgrounds feel appreciated and are encouraged to share their ideas while working alongside some of the brightest legal and business professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and experience.

About the Position

We are currently seeking a Manager, Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), in Toronto, Ontario (with ability to travel and work periodically in Montréal, Quebec).

Reporting to the Chair of the Diversity & Inclusion Council, the Manager will be a D&I leader who is driven by a passion for change management and continuous improvement in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented individual who inspires firm members to support diversity in their day-to-day activities, building a thriving, inclusive culture.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning process for D&I at the firm, considering current data and best management practices to develop focused initiatives that support and enhance diversity in recruiting, retention and advancement
• Lead the implementation and management of D&I initiatives across the firm's offices in Toronto, Montréal and New York, ensuring alignment with the firm's broader organizational goals and objectives, including developing and implementing strategies to embed D&I principles into the firm's talent acquisition, retention and development practices
• Encourage continual growth of the People Networks (Employee Resource Groups), managing their overall strategic direction, facilitating high-impact meetings, advising on annual proposals and overseeing the execution of key projects to support D&I goals
• Design and deliver firm wide education and training strategies to raise firm members' awareness of, and engagement with, underrepresented groups
• Refresh bias reduction education and strategies among firm leadership and employees
• Partner with the firm's communications team to develop content for internal and external D&I communications, ensuring consistent messaging across multiple channels, including website and social media
• Oversee the firm's participation in external D&I programming and events, identifying key opportunities for partnerships and ensuring strong engagement
• Champion the biannual Diversity & Engagement survey, leveraging data-driven insights to support D&I strategic planning and guide firm leadership in making informed decisions; Lead efforts to integrate survey results into organizational initiatives and employee engagement practices
• Lead efforts to track and analyze D&I metrics, ensuring effective reporting against strategic goals and recommending adjustments to maintain momentum
• Actively participate in the Avenue Black and Indigenous Undergraduate Law Internship Program, including contributing to the curriculum committee to enhance program quality and structure
• Provide D&I input in responding to client ESG inquiries and developing requests for proposals (RFPs) and pitches, as needed
• Perform other leadership duties as required to further strengthen D&I initiatives and firmwide objectives
• Manage and oversee the full-time D&I Coordinator based in Montréal, providing guidance and support to ensure successful implementation of D&I initiatives across the firm

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (advanced degree in Organizational Development, Human Resources or related field is a plus)
• A minimum of three years of experience managing D&I initiatives at a mid-senior level, including developing and executing complex D&I strategies
• Understanding of D&I in corporate environments (knowledge of the legal sector is an asset)
• Proven track record of influencing and driving change, with a strong understanding of D&I best practices, frameworks and trends
• Experience developing and delivering D&I training programs and workshops Strong project management expertise, with a demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in an evolving environment
• Experience in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to translate D&I metrics into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
• Excellent strategic, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions
• Strong leadership abilities, including experience in coaching, mentoring and motivating internal teams to achieve D&I goals
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with diverse teams at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Fluency in French is preferred

To Apply

For more information or to submit your application, please email recruitment@dwpv.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Davies is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace for candidates and firm members with disabilities. Please let us know of any accommodations you may require at any time during the recruitment process.