Head of Talent Development

I'm delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing organisation in Bristol to recruit a Head of Talent Development, who will lead and shape the organisation's learning and capability strategy.

Client Details

Professional Services

Description

This an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head of Talent Development to lead and shape a company wide approach to learning, capability and early careers.

This is a strategic leadership role with real scope to influence how talent is developed across a growing and evolving organisation. You'll own the end-to-end talent development agenda - from apprenticeships and early careers through to company wide capability building and learning strategy.

Apprenticeships & Early Careers

Oversee a large-scale programme
Lead delivery from induction through to completion
Ensure compliance with ESFA funding rules and regulatory requirements
Partner with Finance on levy utilisation, forecasting and audit readiness
Lead and develop teams responsible for programme deliveryLearning Management System (LMS)

Own and evolve the learning platform
Ensure strong governance, reporting and user experience
Integrate learning with wider HR, performance and talent processesCapability Development

Design and deliver the organisation's learning and capability strategy
Partner with leaders to identify future skills needs
Build a culture of continuous learning and development
Commission and manage internal and external learning solutionsLeadership & Impact

Own budgets across talent development and learning activity
Manage suppliers and ensure value for money
Provide insight and reporting to senior stakeholders
Lead and develop a high-performing talent development teamProfile

A successful Head of Talent Development should have:

Significant experience in learning, talent or organisational development leadership
Proven track record of delivering capability and talent strategies
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Experience leading teams, managing budgets and external suppliers
Familiarity with learning management systems
Experience with apprenticeships, ESFA funding or employer-provider models
Knowledge of safeguarding and regulated learning environmentsJob Offer

Salary £60,000 - £75,000 (dependant on experience)
Permanent role based in Bristol, hybrid working 2-3 days in the office.
A supportive and professional work environment in the professional services industry.
Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
Opportunities to lead innovative learning initiatives and make an impact