Do you have a passion for driving wellbeing and inclusion and creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported? Can you lead the development and delivery of impactful wellbeing and inclusion initiatives that turn strategy into meaningful action? If so, we would love to hear from you.The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) plays a vital role in keeping Britain's roads safe and efficient. Our HR Department at DVLA has a fantastic opportunity for a Wellbeing & Inclusion Lead to join our team. As lead, you will be the centre focal point for all HR wellbeing and inclusion activities aligned to Civil Service, Department for Transport (DfT) and DVLA's wellbeing and inclusion strategies. This role offers variety, with no two days being the same, and is an extremely rewarding role that puts people at the heart of everything we do within DVLA. You will analyse and translate key information, communicate it clearly and concisely to stakeholders, and influence ways of promoting wellbeing and inclusion in the workplace. You will be a role model for treating people fairly and have a positive attitude towards promoting an inclusive culture within the business and externally with customers and local community groups. This role involves building relationships, breaking down barriers, and getting people on board with the business strategic direction to make a difference to the way individuals work and live. Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

Read more in the Benefits section below! Role Overview You will lead the delivery of our wellbeing and inclusion strategy, ensuring alignment with the wider Civil Service, DfT and DVLA priorities. You will develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, staff networks and support groups, representing the Agency in departmental and cross-government forums. Using your expertise in equality legislation and policy, you will translate complex requirements into practical actions, ensuring DVLA meets its statutory obligations. The role involves analysing data to identify trends, developing new policies, and leading initiatives that build awareness, capability and cultural change across the organisation. You will provide professional advice and guidance to senior leaders and colleagues, supporting the creation of an inclusive and healthy workplace where everyone can thrive. Responsibilities

Networking and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders, customers and support groups on the development of wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, including representing the Agency in Civil Service, departmental and external forums when necessary. Being responsible for the development, maintenance and delivery of progress on actions for the Agency's wellbeing and inclusion strategy, ensuring these directly relate to the wider Civil Service and DfT agenda and regularly reviewing actions to ensure timely execution. Translating complex equality legislation into practice to ensure DVLA meets its statutory requirements. Analysing D&I Management Information (MI) to identify emerging gaps and trends, implementing actions to continuously improve business objectives and staff compliance. Providing leadership for the development, implementation and communication of wellbeing and inclusion initiatives, raising awareness of the agenda and ensuring key messages are conveyed to both internal and external audiences. Encouraging staff to take responsibility in creating an inclusive culture in the workplace and for our customers. Equipping and supporting line managers to develop the skills they need to create inclusive teams where people can flourish, feel valued and deliver excellent outcomes for the public.

Additional Responsibilities & Qualifications

Providing leadership for the development, implementation and communication of wellbeing and inclusion initiatives to create an inclusive culture in the workplace. Being responsible for the development, maintenance and delivery of a business wellbeing and inclusion action plan in line with statutory obligations. Analysing management information sources to identify emerging gaps and trends for continuous improvement. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities while delivering to multiple deadlines. Willingness to work towards CIPD Level 5 within the role if not already held.

Working Hours, Office Attendance and Travel Requirements Full-time roles consist of 37 hours per week. While we welcome applications for part-time work, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. The current expectation is a minimum of 60% of your working time a month will be spent at an agreed workplace or, when required, at another office/work location or visiting stakeholders. Your designated workplace will be your contractual place of work. There may be occasions where you are required to attend above the minimum expectation. Visa Sponsorship We do not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker Licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship. Candidates must ensure they have the appropriate rights to work in the UK before applying. Behaviours

Leadership Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Delivering at Pace

The Selection Process for This Role Will Be Stage 1: Sift – Review of CV and personal statement (unlimited word count). Stage 2: Interview – Assessment against behaviours and experience (see success profile). Stage 1 will take place from Friday 14th November 2025. Stage 2 will take place week commencing Monday 1st December 2025. The interview will be conducted in person at our Swansea office. AI Tools and Platforms Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism is identified, applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Reasonable Adjustments As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. Compensation and Pension Alongside your salary of £44,241, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £12,816 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Benefits & Development Opportunities

Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days). 8 bank holidays plus an additional privilege day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. Joining a diverse and inclusive workforce with a range of staff communities to support all colleagues. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

Eligibility A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government. If your application is successful but you have been dismissed from the Civil Service within the last 12 months, your application could be removed at the pre‑employment checking stage. Security Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check. People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard checks. Nationality Requirements

UK nationals Nationals of the Republic of Ireland Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS). Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the EUSS. Individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020. Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service.

Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We run a Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. #J-18808-Ljbffr