Principal Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
What You'll Do
The role will be accountable for working with business and HR leaders to ensure that Discover increases, develops and leverages an inclusive workforce, sustaining an environment of where everyone can reach their full potential, and generates positive business results in the markets we serve. The role will work under the guidance of the sr. manager in order to help ensure we attract and develop our all employees in order to drive preference as an employer of choice and have a positive business impact. The role will also be responsible for tracking and reporting on related statistics/data/metrics, serving as a liaison and expert to various internal and external partners and managing/participating in projects. This role will provide strategic guidance, direction and oversight to People Leaders, Employee Advocacy Groups (Employee Resource Groups, Affinity Groups, etc.), HR Business Partners, and internal councils ensuring they are working effectively and contributing to and supporting Discover's strategies and goals, including monitoring primary activities and corresponding budgets.
How You'll Do It

• Track, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of programs and initiatives. Report on milestone progress toward strategic priorities. Measure impact of new initiatives against key performance indicators and metrics.
• Provide strategic guidance, direction and oversight to People Leaders, Employee Advocacy Groups (including but not limited to Employee Resource Groups, Affinity Groups), HR Business Partners, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion councils ensuring they are working effectively and contributing to and supporting Discover's strategies and goals. This includes monitoring primary activities and corresponding budgets.
• Partner with external consultants and experts, HR business partners and Centers of Excellence (COE) leaders, and senior business leaders to help assess current state programs, diagnose issues, and develop and embed diverse and inclusive thought to existing practices.
• Partner with Corporate Communications in ensuring Discover's DE&I "brand" is accurately and positively reflected in appropriate internal and external communications.
• Support programs that strengthen strategies around Diversity & Inclusion related to recruiting, performance and engagement processes that align with business objectives.
• Drive, direct, and implement strategic objectives in multiple formats including programs, self-service tools, in-person development activities, training facilitation, presentations and specific consultation based on business need.

Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

• Bachelors Human Resources, Business Administration and Management or related
• 6+ years Human Resources, DE&I, or related
• In lieu of education, 8+ years Program or Project Management, Human Resources, DE&I, Communications, People Management, Chief of Staff, or related

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

• Primarily remain in a stationary position.
• Occasionally move about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
• Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
• Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Masters Human Resources. Business Administration and Management or related
• 2+ years Human Resources, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Communications, People Management, Chief of Staff experience
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion professional certification

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Mar-01-2025. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $91,000.00 to $153,400.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurances
• Recognition Program
• Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Support Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected] . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.
At Discover, we are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace through our Fair Chance Hiring practices. Fair Chance Hiring means that we base our hiring decisions on an applicant's qualifications rather than their criminal record. All our positions are subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Our applicants go through a background check, and we follow all applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance ( LA County Fair Chance ).
Applicants must be 18 or older at the time of hire.