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.