The Vacancy

Join Fieldfisher as an Inclusion Assistant!

The Inclusion Assistant sits within Fieldfisher's Inclusion Team, a team of four comprising the Head of Inclusion, two Senior Inclusion Executives, and an Inclusion Assistant. The team forms part of the wider Sustainability & ESG (SESG) Department, which brings together the firm's activities across:

• People - Inclusion
• Planet - Climate and Environment
• Purpose and Prosperity - Our legal services and Pro bono and Communities
• Governance and Sustainability Systems.

Role Overview

We are looking for a passionate and organised Inclusion Assistant to support our UK and European offices. Supporting the Inclusion Team, you will help implement the Inclusion strategy, action plans, communications, and awareness days. You will be part a four-member Inclusion Team split between London and Belfast. This role sits as part of the wider SESG team which is split across three of our UK offices, London, Manchester and Belfast. This role would be well suited for someone with a background in HR or Marketing & Communications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the inclusion calendar and promote awareness days, communicating with key stakeholders (e.g. European offices) and other departments (e.g. Marketing) to ensure collaboration across the firm.
• Create marketing and communications materials, including emails, newsletters, social media content and articles.
• Arrange meetings, organise agendas, and take minutes.
• Update and maintain inclusion webpages and intranet pages.
• Support with the monitoring and progress of business services inclusion action plans.
• Support with measuring and evaluating inclusion initiatives.
• Provide support during events.
• Manage the inclusion inbox and respond to queries.
• Provide administrative support to the Inclusion Executive and wider team.

Experience & Skills:

• Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Confident in drafting marketing communications for a range of channels and platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Team player with initiative.
• Willingness to learn.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher: Our ambition is for inclusion to be in our DNA and underpin our values which are at the heart of building a sustainable and resilient business for our people our clients and our communities.

Our key strategic pillars outline our aspirations. Each pillar has measurable goals to hold us accountable in measuring our impact and progress, they are:

1. Build an inclusive firm where everyone belongs
2. Aspire to create a diverse workforce that drives improved service delivery and fosters innovation, whilst reflecting the clients and communities we serve.
3. Level the playing field in our workplace and in our community.
4. Establish a framework to measure the impact of our inclusion efforts and improve accountability through transparent reporting and governance.

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We're a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
• Modern Office Space: Located at Adelaide Exchange, Belfast City Centre, with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher

At Fieldfisher, inclusion is central to how we work. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to succeed.

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or once you join us, we will work with you to put the right support in place. Examples include extra time for assessments, accessible document formats, alternative interview formats, quiet rooms, or physical and technological accessibility support.

For information about the accessibility features of our Belfast office, please visit Fieldfisher Belfast Office Accessibility Information

What to do next:

• Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 20-30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at Brianna.Hartridge@fieldfisher.com.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

The Firm

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London, we are spreading across Europe at pace. In addition to UK, China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and Spain.

With 1,800 people across 28 offices across 14 countries you might expect an impersonal office culture, but you will find a homely, family feel even in the largest offices.

Quality on both sides
Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market-leading practices in corporate/M&A, finance, real estate, energy and natural resources, technology and life sciences.

We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms, pharmaceutical and life sciences companies, energy suppliers, infrastructure companies, global banks and financial institutions.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Season ticket loans

Bike to work loans

Testimonial

Charlotte Round - Finance Partner, Manchester

"It is great being in a firm which "gets" cross-office working - to feel properly part of a national team and to work with colleagues in other specialisms who are unconstrained by geography."

Richard Dwight - DMS Team Leader at Fieldfisher

"I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

Rebecca Reardon - Executive Assistant

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."