Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Research & Data Manager

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the country’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout the United States.

Akerman is seeking a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Research & Data Manager. Working under general supervision of the Chief Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Officer, this position supports the strategic development and implementation of policies, procedures, and measurements to achieve DEI goals. Responsible for providing statistical analysis, data mining, and reporting of DEI initiatives and programs throughout the firm. The DEI Research & Data Manager is central point of data and communication to ensure ongoing progress in meeting/exceeding DEI goals and objectives. This role works in close collaboration with our HR and marketing teams as well as key stakeholders to collect data, analyze information, report, and research measurable DEI outcomes. This role will leverage data, including various types of employee survey data, business performance and client metrics, along with external research to inform our DEI strategy and to measure progress against our DEI goals as well as measure the impact on our culture, and business. The manager will be instrumental in responding to client inquiries and reporting to internal stakeholders and external benchmarking organizations.  

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Identify, track, and produce DEI metrics/reports to show progress, historical trends, and breakdowns by initiatives and results that are industry and geography specific.  


• Serve as the primary contact for DE&I data reporting, as requested.


• Provide statistical and data for client requests and external surveys on diversity.


• Create, analyze, and assess data trends to provide insights and measure the effectiveness of the firm’s DE&I strategy.


• Maintain data on competitors and competitive trends in DEI.


• Research emerging DEI trends in law firms and leading issues that impact diversity, equity, and inclusion.


• Support the implementation of DEI-related initiatives through research and analysis of available workforce data, relevant articles, studies, and comparable examples in the public and private sectors for best practices for program implementation.


• Generate actionable insights, creating data visualizations, and drafting or presenting written and oral reports, DEI presentations and briefings to internal or external stakeholders.


• Collaborate with HR, marketing, and other key stakeholders to collect data, analyze information, and research measurable outcomes.


• Track and analyze award and survey results and other industry-wide benchmarking data.


• Perform special projects or other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Data analysis experience within human capital or DEI programs strongly preferred.


• Experience handling confidential/sensitive information.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Project management and program management experience.


• Ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously.


• Ability to work independently while also contributing to the success of the team. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in a related area of specialization. Master’s degree preferred.


• 5 to 7 years of relevant work experience.

Travel requirement:  On occasion 

Experience in a large law firm setting is desired. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Please submit your resume and salary requirements. EOE  

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