Head of Talent Development

Bristol Permanent £60,000 - £75,000 per year View Job Description
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.
  • Shape the company wide learning and capability strategy.
  • Hybrid, flexible working

About Our Client

Professional Services

Job 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

The Successful Applicant

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

What's on 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.



Contact
Nikki Price
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7011935
Phone number
+44 117 906 5131

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Learning & Development
Sector
Business Services
Location
Bristol
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nikki Price
Consultant phone
+44 117 906 5131
Job reference
JN-052026-7011935