Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and Wellbeing Advisor

About us

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. We have more than 4000 lawyers based in over 58 offices across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia.

The role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and Wellbeing Advisor to support the delivery of Norton Rose Fulbright Australia's DEI and Wellbeing strategy.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Coordinator or early-career Advisor from HR, employee experience, employee engagement, DEI or wellbeing to build a specialist career within a leading global law firm.

This is a permanent opportunity based in our Sydney office, reporting to the DEI & Wellbeing Manager in Melbourne. You will work closely with colleagues across Australia and internationally to deliver initiatives that support an inclusive, healthy and high-performing workplace.

As part of our People & Culture team, you will coordinate events, communications, employee networks and wellbeing programs across a range of DEI and wellbeing priorities, while gaining exposure to both local and global initiatives and leading practice approaches from across our international network.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the firm's DEI and Wellbeing strategy and annual program of initiatives.
• Coordinate campaigns and events aligned to key diversity and wellbeing dates, including International Women's Day, Pride Month, Wear It Purple, R U OK? Day and World Mental Health Month.
• Support the delivery of training sessions, workshops, panel discussions, awareness activities and related communications.
• Draft and coordinate internal communications, intranet content and promotional materials.
• Support employee networks, committees and working groups across the firm's Australian offices.
• Contribute to external accreditation, benchmarking and reporting activities, including AWEI, WGEA and Family Friendly Workplace submissions.
• Coordinate relationships with external DEI and wellbeing partners and assist with employee engagement surveys and reporting.
• Provide project coordination and administrative support across a range of DEI and wellbeing initiatives.

Requirements

• A genuine passion for diversity, inclusion, mental health and employee wellbeing.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: human resources, employee experience, employee engagement, DEI, wellbeing, learning and development, or a related field.
• Experience within professional services, legal, consulting or corporate environments will be highly regarded.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, Organisational Development or a related discipline.
• Strong coordination and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating events, programs, campaigns or employee engagement initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability.
• High attention to detail, organisation and a proactive approach.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the employee experience while gaining exposure to both local and global DEI and wellbeing initiatives within one of the world's leading law firms.

Why Norton Rose Fulbright?

Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment. We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace Equality Index. In 2025 we were re-accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

To apply online click the 'Apply' button below. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or if the application portal is inaccessible to you, please don't hesitate to contact Lottie Williams via (+61) 451 028 544 or lottie.williams@nortonrosefulbright.com for a confidential discussion.

If you are trans or gender diverse and would like a confidential discussion before applying, please contact Yvette Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330 8578.

Please be aware in the course of routine work some of our lawyers and teams can be exposed to details of trauma. The firm has controls in place including educational and psychological support. Our talent team can provide further details.