Learning and Organisational Development Manager

About the Position

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Learning and Organisational Development. This role will largely centre around the programme management of Organisational Development initiatives with a heavy emphasis on capability. Evaluation of programme effectiveness and behavioural change will be key to measuring the success of these initiatives.

This role will involve proactive development of key stakeholder relationships to assess capability gaps, propose learning solutions and provide regular updates on Learning & Organisational Development and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver organisational development programmes to enable the company’s Strategy, including personal skills, management development programmes, academic and researcher development initiatives and bespoke programmes.
• Create organisational development programmes enabling managers to effectively lead their departments and colleagues to achieve their full potential.
• Manage initiatives to support successful implementation of organisational and cultural change.
• Own and deliver the Performance Management & Development Scheme for the company including all communications, training, monitoring and reporting.
• Work on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Conduct activities to analyse development and capability needs across the company from a range of stakeholders and data sources.
• Facilitate group sessions, particularly with a focus on Change Management and focus groups to support the company.
• Build collaborative relationships to influence and consult with senior leaders.
• Use innovative learning methodologies and new technologies, where appropriate.
• Develop an open knowledge-sharing environment and actively contribute to the L&OD and HR teams in a manner that builds knowledge, skills and capability.

Experience/Requirements

• A primary degree or equivalent in a related field is required
• A postgraduate qualification is desirable
• A minimum five years’ relevant experience, at managerial or specialist level, in Learning & Development or Human Resources.
• Experience in end-to-end programme management.
• Experience delivering L&D workshops in both face-to-face and virtual environments.
• An ability to diagnose development gaps, design innovative solutions and facilitate interventions.
• Ability to work autonomously with ownership of outcomes for key projects, including management of competing priorities.
• Experience in working with senior stakeholders and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
• Excellent IT skills and a curiosity for new and emerging Learning Technology.
• An excellent communicator, both verbal and written, with strong Presentation Skills.
• A high degree of flexibility.
• A practical understanding of current organisational development issues facing public sector organisations

Remuneration Package

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