EMEA Director, Impact & Equity (DE&I)

EMEA Director, Impact & Equity (DE&I)

Role Summary

The Director, Impact & Equity (EMEA) is a strategic leader responsible for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) across the EMEA region in alignment with our global inclusion strategy. This role drives measurable impact by embedding inclusive practices into business operations, leveraging technology and AI to scale initiatives, and fostering cultural transformation. The Director partners with senior leadership, People & Talent teams, and community groups to ensure equity is integrated into organisational systems, leadership development, and decision-making processes.

· Proven DEI leadership experience within consulting, technology, or related sectors.

· Strong business acumen with ability to align DEI initiatives to organizational goals.

· Expertise in cultural intelligence and navigating complex, matrixed environments.

· Experience in talent management, change management, and leadership development.

· Skilled in using data and research to inform evidence-based DEI practices.

· Familiarity with AI and technology platforms for DEI program delivery.

· Exceptional communication and influencing skills; ability to engage senior stakeholders.

· Understanding of country-specific legislative requirements and regulations across EMEA related to DEI.

• An inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration.
• Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Flexibility to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family.
• Generous paid leave and holidays.
• Wellness program and employee assistance.

As part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hiring@publicis.sapient.com

Publicis Sapient is a digital transformation partner helping established organisations get to their future, digitally enabled state, both in the way they work and the way they serve their customers. We help unlock value through a start-up mindset and modern methods, fusing strategy, consulting, and customer experience with agile engineering and problem-solving creativity. United by our core values and our purpose of helping people thrive in the brave pursuit of next, our 20,000+ people in 53 offices around the world combine experience across technology, data sciences, consulting, and customer obsession to accelerate our clients’ businesses through designing the products and services their customers truly value.