Senior DEI Manager

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Manager of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) to lead and evolve our DEI strategy both internally and externally. This pivotal role will drive initiatives that promote inclusivity, equity, and representation across our workforce and marketplace, while maintaining a close connection to our partners at Etsy to align our efforts as a subsidiary with their broader social impact framework. 

Reporting to the VP of People, Culture & Impact, you will collaborate closely with leadership, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), and various departments to embed DEI principles into all aspects of our operations and culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a comprehensive DEI strategy aligned with Depop’s mission and Impact Goals, focusing on Employee DEI and DEI amongst our Marketplace, in alignment with Etsy’s social impact framework. Provide expert consultancy and input to programs across Depop to further embed inclusion into our evergreen work and business accelerators, as it relates to employee engagement, development, and retention.

• Internal Programs: Design and oversee programs aimed at increasing diverse representation, fostering an inclusive workplace and improving retention, development and progression for underrepresented communities (URC) at Depop, including initiatives to achieve targets in global headcount for underrepresented ethnicities and, underrepresented gender identities in our engineering and data teams by the end of 2028.

• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Support and expand ERGs, providing guidance, resources, and advocacy to empower these groups to self-govern and enhance employee engagement and belonging. Oversee the application, election, and training of ERG leads, while tracking and delivery of key projects that contribute to the programs’ success.

• Training and Development: Implement educational programs and workshops to raise awareness and equip employees and leadership with tools to foster an inclusive environment, in partnership with Depop’s learning and development strategy.

• Policy Development: Collaborate with the People team to review and recommend company policies and practices that promote equity and inclusion, and comply with relevant legislation.

• Marketplace DEI: Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Customer Experience and Legal teams to ensure Depop’s platform is a diverse and inclusive place to buy and sell, driving more equitable access to opportunities.

• Data Analysis and Reporting: Establish metrics to assess the effectiveness of DEI initiatives, regularly reporting progress to stakeholders and identifying areas for improvement

• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on DEI matters, providing expert advice and fostering a culture of accountability. Drive transparent and effective communication regarding program progress, flags and decisions, including collaborating with the PCI team on programmatic communications.

• External Partnerships: Build relationships with external organisations and communities to stay informed on best practices, and act as a spokesperson to actively position Depop as a leader in DEI within the industry, and support a diverse pipeline of talent into the organisation.

• Accessibility: Collaborate across teams to up-level Depop’s approach to accessibility, both internally and externally, supporting programs and building resources for Depop’s disabled and neurodiverse employees, sellers, and buyers.

About you:

• Experience: Proven track record of leading DEI initiatives, preferably within the tech or fashion industries, with a deep understanding of the UK and US contexts.

• Leadership: Strong ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive organizational change.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of facilitating sensitive conversations and delivering impactful presentations.

• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in data analysis to inform strategy and measure program effectiveness.

• Cultural Competency: Deep connection with diverse communities and a profound understanding of the experiences and challenges faced by underrepresented groups.

• Project Management: Proven experience in program management. Work independently to define and contain complex problems, prioritise effectively, and deliver quickly.

• Passion: A genuine commitment to Depop’s mission and values, with a passion for creating inclusive environments