Diversity & Inclusion - D&I Manager
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list. Likely if it's SOC 1136
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 3571 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 46% sure that is the right code. Whitbread is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 3571 (Human resources and industrial relations officers) · 46% match
- Likely 1136 (Human resource managers and directors) · 33% match
- Likely 2439 (Business, research and administrative professionals not elsewhere classified) · 12% match
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3571 Human resources and industrial relations officers Most likely code | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
1136 Human resource managers and directors Also possible | £37,100 | £42,300 | £47,600 | £52,900 |
2439 Business, research and administrative professionals not elsewhere classified Also possible | £39,600 | £45,300 | £50,900 | £56,600 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Shape the Future of Inclusion at Whitbread
Are you passionate about creating inclusive workplaces where everyone can thrive? We're looking for a Diversity & Inclusion Manager to lead and evolve our D&I agenda, ensuring we continue to be the UK's most inclusive hospitality business.
Working closely with the Director of Talent, Development & Inclusion and the wider People Leadership Team, you'll drive the delivery of our annual D&I programme and key strategic change initiatives. From championing our inclusion commitments and amplifying colleague networks, to leading high-profile events, external benchmark submissions, and award-winning D&I initiatives, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping both colleague and guest experiences.
This is a unique opportunity to influence meaningful change, build on our strong foundations, and ensure our D&I strategy remains aligned to best practice, emerging trends, and our ambitions for world-class performance and business growth.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead and deliver key Diversity & Inclusion programmes and projects, managing initiatives aligned to our People Plan and D&I commitments, with a particular focus on inclusion calendar events, network gold events, colleague development and community engagement activities.
- Act as a trusted inclusion advisor, partnering with People teams, leaders and business stakeholders to ensure policies, projects and initiatives are developed with the needs of under-represented groups in mind.
- Own external D&I reporting, benchmarking and award submissions, leading high-quality submissions to frameworks such as Stonewall Workplace Equality Index, Disability Confident and Investing in Ethnicity, while producing annual reports including Gender Pay Gap and D&I reporting.
Bonus Potential up to 20%
Healthcare for you and your family
Matched contribution pension up to 10%
What You'll Need To Bring
- Strong Diversity & Inclusion expertise, with a deep understanding of the lived experiences of under-represented groups, inclusive practices, and the key concepts that drive meaningful D&I outcomes, including bias, privilege and social mobility.
- A passion for staying ahead of emerging trends and best practice, using the latest research, external insights and industry developments to continually evolve and strengthen our D&I approach.
- Outstanding communication and influencing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports and submissions, present complex ideas clearly, and build credibility with senior stakeholders across the business.
- Proven project management experience, successfully leading complex, high-profile initiatives from concept through to delivery, balancing multiple priorities, stakeholders, budgets and deadlines.
- Experience of leading a D&I agenda within a large, multi-site organisation, combined with a strong understanding of People processes across the employee lifecycle and the ability to translate external best practice into practical business solutions.
Under-represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities & members of the LGBTQIA+ community (those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans and non-binary or those who use a different LGBTQIA+ term), are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.
Job ref:
Advertised: 23 Sep 2026
Application closed: 08 Oct 2026
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Where this offer sits in the market
Human resources and industrial relations officers (SOC 3571) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~137k in sample- Middle half £28,912–42,432
- Median £33,904
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Whitbread holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 3571 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.