EDI Programming Manager

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Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm and was voted one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2024. Our firm’s 950 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London and Johannesburg and an office in the professional and retail district known as Taza (/ Ta-Zah /) on Tsuut’ina lands. Our clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals. Our clients' interests are paramount, and we take pride in supporting our communities. We are a place where bright, talented, and collegial people want to work together, and we work hard together to achieve our goals in a collaborative and efficient way.

Achieve excellence doing work that’s challenging and rewarding, with people you’ll like working with, in an environment that’s welcoming, supportive, entrepreneurial and innovative, where you’re a valued contributor, not just an employee. For additional information about the firm or this position, please visit our website at www.fasken.com.

EDI Programming Manager (EDI Department) – Canada

Job Summary

The EDI Programming Manager will lead the programming and governance efforts to ensure Affinity Groups and Business Resource Groups (BRGs) are structured, aligned, and impactful across the firm. This role fosters internal community, visibility, and support for equity-deserving professionals while aligning programming with firmwide talent and culture objectives. The manager will also work with the Reconciliation Implementation Committee to advance the firm’s reconciliation commitments. The candidate will be strong, collaborative, professional, adaptable, positive and interested in their work.

Work Environment

As part of the Firm’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team, this role can be located in any Canadian city where Fasken has offices (Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Calgary, Tsuut’ina Nations, Vancouver, Surrey). Hybrid remote work arrangements are available with requirements as per business needs for onsite office support. The successful candidate must live in or around their regional office and be able to commute to the office as often as required. For Indigenous candidates interested in employment on-reserve, there may be an opportunity at Fasken to do so at our Alberta office on Tsuut’ina Nation; candidates are encouraged to speak with Human Resources during the interview process for additional information.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary
• Flexible medical and dental benefits, including telemedicine services
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Short and long term disability insurance
• Employee and family assistance program (EFAP)
• Group retirement savings plan with matching contributions
• Paid vacation and sick days
• Personal days
• Wellness Subsidy and educational reimbursement
• Maternity / parental leave top up
• Employee referral program
• Opportunities to give back to your community through Firm initiatives

Primary Responsibilities

• Expand and manage the firm’s Affinity Group and BRG framework, including governance, leadership support, and planning tools.
• Collaborate with group leads to co-create annual goals and impact reporting.
• Develop and execute internal programming and initiatives that support connection, visibility, and professional development for equity-deserving professionals.
• Partner with the Reconciliation Implementation Committee to support the development of reconciliation initiatives and ensure progress is tracked and communicated.
• Coordinate regional EDI networks and ensure programming aligns with local talent and engagement goals.
• Monitor network engagement and impact of EDI initiatives and share insights to key stakeholders to inform continuous improvement.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal group leaders and a connector across business functions to further support EDI practices.

Required Knowledge And Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is considered an asset; however, an equivalent combination of education, lived experience, and professional expertise will also be considered.
• Minimum of four (4) years of hands-on experience in EDI, HR, program coordination, or community engagement.
• Prior experience with employee resource groups, networks, or similar structures.
• Strong facilitation, stakeholder engagement, project management and planning skills.
• Experience engaging with Indigenous communities, organizations, or knowledge keepers to embed reconciliation principles into programs and education.
• Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment is considered an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to structure and clarity.
• Bilingual (French and English) fluency is an asset.

Required Skills And Competencies

• Ability to hold self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of needs and different audiences.
• Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Anticipates and balances the needs of various stakeholders.
• Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Handles conflicts and difficult situations effectively and constructively.
• Adaptability to developing new approaches to align to shifting demands of the business.

Candidates who do not meet all the listed requirements

are still encouraged to apply, as diverse experiences and perspectives are valued.

Reporting Structure

• This role reports to the Chief Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Officer.

What We Offer (continued)

Additional information about compensation and benefits is provided above.

Additional Information

Background checks may be required; reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities. No agencies please.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through our candidate applicant portal on www.fasken.com.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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