DEI Support Associate

As a DEI Support Associate, you will be reporting to the Managing Director, Human Resources helping to assist in developing, implementing and supporting programs to further Bridge’s DEI mission. The primary responsibilities include managing and coordinating a variety of department projects, activities, reports, schedules, and data management.

• You will collaborate with MD HR, DEI Committee, ERGs, and other vendors to enable meaningful connection, communications, and support for deliverables and a meaningful employee experience. 
• You will develop and manage a comprehensive portfolio of relationships among local, regional, and national external diversity-related organizations to develop strategic partnerships throughout the CRE industry.
• You will utilize benchmark and research of DEI best practices and metrics to monitor and evaluate Bridge's DEI progress against goals.
• You will collaborate with HR/talent acquisition to recruit diverse talent at universities and colleges on campus.
• You will sit in on ERG leader meetings as needed and share context with the broader ERG support team.

• You should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience plus one to three years of related experience supporting DEI initiatives.
• You should have strong oral and written communication skills are necessary to interact diplomatically with diverse groups of people, exchange information, and produce written correspondence.
• You should have a foundational knowledge about cultural competency across multiple communities, racial and gender justice issues, and inclusion concepts like intersectionality is required.
• You should be well-organized, detail-oriented, goal-driven, and confirmed ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with a positive attitude, meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.
• You should be able to effectively use various computer programs, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Project, and other applications, including web-based tools.

As a DEI Support Associate, you will be working alongside the Managing Director, Human Resources to develop and manage a DEI action plan and aid in executing the DEI strategy. You should be passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion programs. You will be joining a team that is looking for someone to come in and collaborate with to help bring Bridge’s DEI mission to life, a role where you will continuously grow and learn.  

• Highly competitive base salary and bonus program
• Full benefits suite including 401K, above average PTO, Parental Leave and Medical, Dental, Vision
• Access to benefits concierge service
• Access to Mental Health & Wellbeing service
• Be part of a culture that is truly open door, with access to mentorship, leadership training, career advancement and innovation
• Opportunities to join employee resources groups and participate in events hosted by the Bridge Women’s Network, Black Inclusion Group, BIG Pride, Allies for AAPI, Unidos Latino and Hispanic Group, Bridge of Honor Veterans and Advocates for Accessibility
• Opportunity to be involved in community outreach and charity events

Bridge is a leading, vertically integrated real estate investment manager, diversified across specialized asset classes, with approximately $38.8 billion of assets under management as of March 31, 2022. Bridge combines its nationwide operating platform with dedicated teams of investment professionals focused on select U.S. real estate verticals: residential rental, office, development, logistics properties, net lease and real estate-backed credit. Bridge is well-regarded for its high integrity and collaborative leadership culture that rewards both individual thinking and team decision-making. Our leadership are seasoned professionals who bring their vast experience and high standards of excellence to their work.

Our leaders’ value career development and take seriously the role they play in developing next generation leaders. Bridge professionals embody accountability and seek to deliver high-quality results through creativity and innovation. 

Bridge Investment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members have the opportunity to achieve their highest potential.