Assistant Vice President, Global ERG Governance & Inclusion Operations

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Overview:

The Assistant Vice President, Global ERG Governance & Inclusion Operations will be a key member of the Diversity & Inclusion team, reporting directly to the Head of Diversity & Inclusion. This role will primarily focus on the operational management, governance, reporting, and execution of the firm’s global Employee Resource Group (ERG) ecosystem and related inclusion initiatives.

The AVP will serve as a highly organized program and project management lead responsible for driving consistency, accountability, and operational excellence across ERGs, and D&I initiatives globally. This individual will partner closely with ERG leaders, HR stakeholders, Talent teams, and business leaders to support scalable engagement strategies, governance frameworks, communications.

This role is ideal for a strong operator who excels in program management, stakeholder coordination, executive reporting, and process execution within a complex, fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities include the following:

• Lead the operational management and governance of the firm’s global ERG structure, including processes, leadership coordination, annual planning, and program oversight.
• Establish and maintain ERG governance frameworks, standards, policies, operating procedures, and engagement guidelines across regions and business areas.
• Manage ERG-related project plans, timelines, deliverables, budgets, communications, and stakeholder coordination to ensure consistent execution globally.
• Partner with ERG leaders to support annual goal setting, strategic planning, event coordination, leadership transitions, and engagement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain centralized reporting processes and dashboards to track ERG participation, engagement metrics, program effectiveness, and overall inclusion activity.
• Analyze workforce, engagement, and ERG-related data to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Prepare executive-ready presentations, summaries, and briefing materials for senior leadership, HR stakeholders, and governance meetings.
• Support enterprise-wide D&I reporting needs, including participation metrics, engagement trends, benchmarking, and leadership updates.
• Coordinate and facilitate global ERG leader meetings, and operational working sessions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to streamline processes, improve operational efficiency, and ensure alignment across inclusion initiatives.
• Manage communications and documentation related to ERG governance, policies, leadership resources, calendars, and program updates.
• Conduct external benchmarking and research on ERG and inclusion best practices to support continuous enhancement of programs and operations.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives led by the Head of Diversity & Inclusion.

Qualifications:

The individual we seek is highly organized, analytical, and execution-oriented, with demonstrated experience managing large-scale programs, stakeholder engagement, and operational processes within a complex organization. In addition to strong communication and project management skills, the successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 6+ years of experience in Diversity & Inclusion, Human Resources, Program Management, Employee Engagement, Talent Operations, or related fields

• Demonstrated experience building and leading enterprise-wide ERG programs, including strategy development and execution
• Demonstrated AI fluency, with experience integrating AI tools into day-to-day work to improve efficiency, decision-making, and execution
• Demonstrated experience to build and manage relationships with senior executives, with a clear track record of effectively influencing and partnering with senior leaders in a matrixed environment

• Strong project and program management skills with the experience to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously
• Experience developing reporting frameworks, dashboards, and executive-level presentations
• Strong analytical capabilities with experience interpreting workforce, engagement, or program-related data
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Proven experience to coordinate and influence stakeholders across functions and levels
• Strong organizational and operational management skills
• Experience to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and matrixed environment
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools preferred
• Experience working in global organizations and across multiple regions preferred

Ideal Profile:

• Strong operational and execution-focused mindset
• Experience managing global ERG programs or governance structures
• Skilled in project management, stakeholder coordination, and program administration
• Comfortable working with data, dashboards, reporting processes, and executive communications

• Demonstrates AI fluency and has integrated AI tools into day-to-day work

• Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail
• Experience to balance multiple initiatives and deadlines simultaneously
• Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
• Experience supporting senior leadership and preparing executive-facing materials
• Comfortable operating within highly matrixed organizations and global teams

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$125,000 - $150,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation and benefits offered in connection with the role consist of comprehensive health benefits, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits; paid time off; life insurance; 401(k) plan; and discretionary bonuses. Certain employees may also be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s sole discretion.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

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Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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