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 delivery

Learning Management System (LMS)

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

Capability 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 solutions

Leadership & 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 team

Profile

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 environments

Job 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.