Chrissie Adams

• Act as the DEI subject matter expert, embedding inclusion into business strategy, operations and key initiatives.
• Lead the development and delivery of the DEI strategy driving organisational transformation and cultural change.
• Lead the end-to-end design and delivery of DEI programmes, including cultural change, policy and learning initiatives- embedding workplace equity through strategic initiatives.
• Implement DEI strategic priorities with a focus on stakeholder engagement and the development of data-driven metrics to monitor progress, evaluate outcomes, and inform continuous improvement.
• Provide central oversight of Employee Networks, ensuring impact, intersectionality and alignment to DEI strategy.
• Lead the design and implementation of an Anti-Racism Programme, informed by internal review findings, introducing inclusive recruitment frameworks, targeted staff training, and equitable Research & Development policy redesign.
• Conduct recruitment audits and develop measurable interventions to enhance transparency, fairness, and representation across all stages of the hiring process.
• Design and deliver DEI awareness and education programmes, including anti-racism training, neurodiversity support, Trans inclusion policy development, and initiatives promoting inclusive research environments.
• Partner with People teams on BAU priorities including compliance, employee experience and inclusive recruitment
• Provide expert leadership on organisational culture, advising senior leaders on embedding Trust values, inclusive leadership behaviours, and equitable workforce experiences; deliver constructive feedback to strengthen leadership accountability.
• Collaborate with Customer Experience and Accessibility teams to embed inclusion into customer-facing projects
• Organise and facilitate focus groups and listening events to capture lived experience data, shaping DEI strategy objectives and enhancing research culture.
• Prepare reports and impact summaries for Clinical Research Directors to support NHS funding reviews and demonstrate progress against strategic goals.

• Developed and delivered a comprehensive Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy for a social housing organisation, addressing both the internal workforce and the resident community to promote equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Authored, implemented, and evaluated DEI organisational policies, ensuring alignment with best practice, legal requirements, and strategic objectives.
• Conducted end-to-end recruitment audits, identifying barriers to equity and introducing targeted interventions to enhance fairness, transparency, and representation throughout the hiring process.
• Served as subject matter expert to senior leaders and key stakeholders, providing specialist guidance to inform strategic decision-making and policy development.
• Led Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs) for new and existing policies, procedures, and projects to ensure equitable outcomes across all organisational activities.
• Partnered with Employee Network Groups and executive sponsors to deliver impactful initiatives that foster inclusion, belonging, and community across the organisation.
• Collaborated with HR and Organisational Development (OD) colleagues to embed DEI as a strategic thread across all people functions, including Recruitment, Workforce Systems, Employee Relations, and Learning & Development.
• Developed and managed project plans, setting clear objectives and tracking progress to ensure delivery of high-quality, measurable outcomes.

Working Freelance for 2 clients as an DEI Consultant and Researcher.

• Designing and supporting the development and implementation of DEI strategy for corporate clients.

• Write, Implement, and Review DEI at organisational level policy.

• Provide professional advice, guidance and support on Diversity and Inclusion matters.

• Conducting research and sourcing data on Law, Public Policy, Equality Act 2010, Inclusion and Discrimination- relevant to work employment law and individuals' rights. Creating intranet content on the research for accessible use for HR and Workforce.

• Designing the People Survey for global roll out of DEI data collection.

• Auditing existing recruitment policies and process, job adverts, website content and inclusive language.

• Assist with benchmark surveys, demographic reporting and preparing reports for management and other business areas.

• Writing and researching Diversity and Inclusion communications -published on intranet.

• Presenting my findings to management in a coherent and concise manner.

• Promoting intersectional approaches to DEI

• Managing Strategic Accounts in London, delivering increased revenue and growth through a Consultative Sales led approach.
• Devised effective strategies in line with individual account goals.
• Conducted regular meetings with clients to discuss their needs, concerns and objectives.
• Handled difficult client situations professionally, always striving towards a win-win solution.
• Strengthened client loyalty through consistent high-quality service and prompt issue resolution.