Jade Beckles Email & Phone Number

Nantwich, Gb

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

I play a pivotal role straddling both the Bid & Marketing and HR teams, ensuring GS leads in transformative D&I practices. My role involves strategic oversight and integration of Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) across all facets of the organisation, maximizing impact both internally and with our public sector clients. In close collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team, I spearhead ground breaking initiatives that promote disruptive thought leadership and innovation in D&I.My comprehensive strategy includes developing and implementing DEI programs that are tailored to drive significant cultural shifts within GS, enhancing our internal environment while influencing our extensive client network. Key projects have included creating and empowering our staff Affinity Groups, implementing training programs on unconscious bias, allyship, and inclusive practices, and organising major events for International Women’s Day, Pride Months, and Black History Month, which have greatly increased engagement and awareness.This strategic integration of D&I ensures that GS maintains its forefront position in driving impactful change.

Cheshire, England, United Kingdom

As the founder and owner of InspireNoir, I specialised in delivering Anti-Racism training and comprehensive DEI consultancy across the education sector, businesses, and public services. My consultancy focuses on assessing an organisation's current DEI posture, developing strategic improvement plans, and establishing accountability measures. This work includes crafting tailored initiatives that enhance diverse recruitment, elevate public confidence, and support sustained employee engagement and advancement within these organisations. My approach not only addresses immediate needs but also fosters long-term cultural change, ensuring that DEI principles are deeply integrated into the core practices of each client.

Crewe, England, United Kingdom

Here I specialised in handling sensitive cases of child abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual abuse, and neglect. My approach was centred on safeguarding children, providing them a secure pathway through the judicial process, and ensuring their voices were heard and respected with minimal further trauma. Additionally, during the pivotal response to the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020, I was integral in shaping the police's approach to community engagement and inclusion. This led to the creation of the forces dedicated DEI Team, a significant step in institutional reform.

Crewe, England, United Kingdom

As a Police Detective in the Criminal Investigations Dept (CID), I handled complex crime investigations, including fraud, murder, sexual assault, and high injury assaults. My role demanded rigorous investigative skills and a methodical approach to ensure thorough analysis and resolution of high-stakes cases, promoting justice and safety within the community. Concurrently, I spearheaded DEI initiatives, delivering comprehensive race awareness training to enhance cultural competency among Police Officers and staff. Working alongside Cheshire Constabularies Multicultural Network (CCMN), I utilised both my professional insights and personal experiences as a Black woman to drive significant change, fostering a greater understanding of DEI, and the importance of allyship within the force.

St Helens, England, United Kingdom

As Detective Constable in a Vulnerable Persons Unit (VPU), I diligently investigated cases involving domestic abuse, hate crimes, child protection, and child sexual exploitation. My role focused on conducting sensitive inquiries to safeguard and deliver justice to the most vulnerable members of society, managing complex and high risk cases, ensuring that perpetrators were held accountable while supporting victims through their recovery. This period underscored my commitment to equitable justice and fairness, principles that guided my approach to each case.Alongside my investigative duties, I provided expert DEI consultancy within the police force, developing and delivering targeted training on race awareness, unconscious bias, and micro-aggressions. This work aimed to enhance cultural competence and sensitivity across the force. Additionally, I managed critical incidents involving discriminatory practices, ensuring that these cases were handled with the utmost integrity and fairness, reinforcing a culture that upholds the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct. I also led DEI strategies and worked alongside various employee support networks across various demographics including race, gender, LGBTQ+, and faith-based groups. These networks and my broader DEI efforts involved consulting on policy reviews and fostering partnerships with entities like UCAS, Apple, and local charities to strengthen community trust and support for employee retention and leadership development.

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

As a newly trained Detective Constable in the Professional Standards Department (PSD), I investigated complex cases with precision, ensuring strict adherence to law and ethical principles. My role involved managing sensitive internal gross misconduct investigations, complaints and civil litigation, enforcing professional standards within the force. This position required robust decision-making skills and a commitment to integrity, enabling me to make tough, sometimes unpopular decisions and to challenge inappropriate behaviours, reinforcing accountability and professionalism in policing.Continuing my work with the Merseyside Black Police Association (MBPA), I played a key role in driving forward the association's diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. I provided expert DEI consultancy, significantly enhancing cultural competence within the force.

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

As a uniformed patrol officer, I swiftly responded to emergency 999 calls across Liverpool, actively addressing urgent community safety concerns. Concurrently, I served as an Executive member of the Merseyside Black Police Association (MBPA), initiating significant DEI initiatives. My role involved consulting on diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies, significantly contributing to cultivating a more inclusive and aware police culture, while ensuring responsive and equitable community policing.

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

As a Student Officer in Fazakerley, Croxteth, and Norris Green, I navigated gang turmoil, serving in a uniformed neighbourhood team. My role focused on community policing, crime prevention, and maintaining public safety during a critical period of local conflict.

Sutton, Surrey, Uk

As one of the inaugural Police Community Support Officers for the Met Police, i was based in Sutton, Surrey and played a pivotal role in this newly established position, serving as the 'eyes and ears' of the extended police family. My responsibilities included engaging closely with the community to enhance safety and security, providing early intervention, and fostering a strong relationship between the public and the police. This role enabled me to act as a vital link, facilitating effective communication and cooperation, thereby improving community trust and contributing to proactive policing efforts. My commitment to community service and public safety epitomised the core values of the police force in everyday interactions and duties.