MAIN PURPOSE

To lead the strategic and operational delivery of learning and development across Client, ensuring the workforce is equipped with the skills, capabilities, and behaviours needed to deliver high-quality services. The role will drive cultural transformation, leadership development, and inclusive workforce growth, supporting the Council's strategic priorities and organisational development agenda.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (MDR)

• Develop and implement a Council-wide Learning & Development strategy as part of the wider workforce plan aligned with corporate priorities, workforce planning, and transformation goals.
• Lead the design and delivery of programmes that enhance managerial skills and capabilities across all levels of management.
• Embed values, behaviours, and EDI principles into all learning initiatives.
• Conduct training needs analyses (TNA) to identify organisational, team, and individual development requirements.
• Commission and evaluate high-quality, cost-effective training solutions that support continuous improvement.
• Oversee the development and delivery of the annual corporate training programme, including statutory and mandatory training.
• Lead the implementation, continuous improvement, and oversight of the Council's Performance Development Review (PDR) and 1:1 framework, ensuring it supports effective performance management, employee engagement, and alignment with organisational goals.
• Lead the development and coordination of the Council's apprenticeship scheme, ensuring alignment with workforce planning and funding opportunities.
• Promote career pathways and early career development initiatives, working closely with HR Business Partners and Heads of Service to identify talent pipelines and support succession planning across the organisation.
• Manage the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring accurate training records and reporting, and support the effective use of iTrent for tracking and reporting learning and development activities.
• Use data and feedback to evaluate the impact of L&D initiatives and inform strategic decisions.
• Contribute to HR KPIs and workforce dashboards.
• Support the Head of Service in setting, monitoring, and maintaining the L&D budget, ensuring value for money and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Develop and manage contracts with external training providers
• Work closely with HR Business Partners, EDI leads, and internal communications to ensure L&D supports wider organisational goals.
• Represent the Council at internal and external meetings and networks related to learning and development.
• Deliver ad hoc training sessions where appropriate.
• Support the Head of Service - HR, Workforce Planning & OD as required, including deputising when appropriate.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role.

Qualifications & Knowledge

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent in Learning & Development or Organisational Development and/or 5 years' relevant experience
• Proven experience in designing and delivering strategic L&D programmes.
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and inclusive learning practices.
• Coaching or facilitation qualifications (e.g., ILM, EMCC)

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.