Director of Belonging & Business Enablement
Director of Belonging & Business Enablement
- JR-157504
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Dallas
- General Management
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
Job Summary
The Director of Belonging & Business Enablement will lead the activation of belonging for all employees through a consultative approach grounded in The People Team (TPT) Functional Partner Team (FPT) model. This leader will collaborate across Community & Belonging (C&B) and TPT to foster an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace culture anchored in Equinix’s values. The role is responsible for embedding inclusive principles into policies and processes across Equinix, driving systemic change, and ensuring every employee feels seen, heard, and valued—reinforcing our north star of Belonging for All.
Responsibilities
People Leadership
Set functional and developmental priorities for team members
Model inclusive leadership by providing clarity during ambiguity, demonstrating empathy, and fostering collaboration across regions and functions
Coach teams using consultative tools and frameworks that simplify business engagement with C&B offerings
Belonging & Culture
Lead the development and execution of a multi-year strategy to embed Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility (DIBA) across the organization, aligned with core values and business priorities
Partner with FPT leads to integrate C&B principles into talent strategies and plans, ensuring cohesion, equity, and sustained impact
Champion initiatives that foster psychological safety, inclusive behaviors, and a deep sense of belonging across all levels
Support and amplify Equinix's Employee Resource Groups (EECN) and We Are Equinix (WRE) employee engagement networks to elevate employee voice and community building
Accessibility & Disparate Experiences
Ensure workplace policies, systems, environments, and experiences are inclusive and accessible to all employees, including those with disabilities
Collaborate with Facilities, IT, Legal, and cross-functional teams to maintain compliance and drive innovation in accessibility and inclusive design
Advise and consult business leaders on embedding accessibility and equity into processes and practices, ensuring systemic inclusion across the enterprise
Data & Insights
Use qualitative and quantitative data to identify gaps, highlight disparate employee experiences, and inform strategic decision-making
Continuously review dashboards to drive actions through the C&B Diagnostic Plan, integrated with enterprise talent strategy
Define, track, and report KPIs for engagement and belonging, presenting actionable insights and recommendations to leadership
Embed Belonging into Talent Strategy & People Priorities
Align the C&B Diagnostic Plan with functional Talent Strategies using the FPT model, ensuring belonging principles are embedded into core processes
Simplify adoption of C&B offerings by integrating equity and inclusion into People Team priorities—Job Architecture, ITS Modernization, Manager Effectiveness, and Digital University—to build future-ready teams
Stakeholder Management
Partner across C&B, TPT (especially People Solutions/COE), Sustainability, Corporate Real Estate, Business Operations, and other key functions to embed C&B principles into policies and processes
Build strong, collaborative relationships with global, regional, and local leaders, fostering trust and alignment across teams and maintaining strong peer partnerships
Actively participate in program governance to ensure alignment, drive synergies, and maximize impact across all C&B initiatives
Risk Management
Serve as the escalation point for complex issues and collaborate on councils as needed; encourage lateral thinking and thorough analysis to drive resolution
Refer and escalate issues outside the team as needed
Key Competencies
Collaborative leader with a passion for people and a demonstrated ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
Strategic and creative thinker with a growth mindset and a focus on measurable outcomes
Empathetic leader skilled in navigating ambiguity and providing clarity during change
Proficient in leveraging technology to enhance engagement and innovation
Results-driven with a proven ability to deliver impactful solutions
Qualifications
10+ years of relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on belonging, inclusion, employee engagement, strategic planning, belonging, and program delivery
Demonstrated experience with interacting and engagement of Employee Resource Groups or similar networks
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
Expertise in data-driven decision-making, stakeholder management, and communications strategy
This posting is a new position within our organization.
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 155,000 - 233,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 166,000 - 248,000 CAD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. Canada Core Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA). - Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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